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Vanguard US Momentum Factor ETF

VFMO

Market cap $1.92B

227.31 USD

-0.02

0.01%

At close Updated Sep 18, 4:00 PM EDT

1 day

-0.01%

5 days

1.03%

1 month

-3.46%

3 months

-6.12%

6 months

15.4%

Year to date

16.77%

1 year

19%

5 years

78.24%

10 years

193.68%

News

Positive

Neutral

Negative

Sentiment 3-Months

Positive 75%

Neutral 25%

Negative 0%

VFMO: Chasing Winners Too Late (Downgrade)

Vanguard U.S. Momentum Factor ETF (VFMO) is downgraded from Buy to Hold due to lagging performance and late momentum capture. VFMO's diversified small- and mid-cap exposure is a distinct strength versus large-cap heavy peers, potentially positioning it for future outperformance. Recent top holdings like Sandisk, Valero, and Marathon Petroleum were added after substantial rallies, limiting upside if catalysts fade.

VFMO: Chasing Winners Too Late (Downgrade)

The Motley Fool

If You Invest $10,000 in the Vanguard U.S. Momentum Factor ETF (VFMO) Today, Here's What History Says You Could Have in 20 Years

The Vanguard U.S. Momentum Factor ETF invests in stocks that are already going up. It encompasses around 700 of them.

If You Invest $10,000 in the Vanguard U.S. Momentum Factor ETF (VFMO) Today, Here's What History Says You Could Have in 20 Years

The Motley Fool

2 Vanguard ETFs Beating the S&P 500 With a Momentum-Driven Strategy

Vanguard has long been well-known for its lineup of broad-based, ultra-low-cost index funds and ETFs. It has an underrated lineup too: The Vanguard U.S. Momentum Factor ETF and Vanguard U.S. Multifactor ETF.

2 Vanguard ETFs Beating the S&P 500 With a Momentum-Driven Strategy

VFMO Is Outshining Broader Indices By More Than 100%, But Still Lagging In Peers

Vanguard US Momentum Factor ETF is upgraded to buy, poised for its highest annual return in 2026 amid strong multi-cap momentum. VFMO's diversified exposure across large, mid, and small caps, combined with a quantitative momentum strategy, supports robust performance and downside mitigation. VFMO trades at lower valuations (25x earnings, 3.8x book) versus benchmarks, with a low 0.13% expense ratio and strong liquidity.

VFMO Is Outshining Broader Indices By More Than 100%, But Still Lagging In Peers

VFMO: Leading Among Momentum ETFs, Most Signs Are Bullish

Vanguard US Momentum Factor ETF continues to outperform peers and the S&P 500, delivering a 13% YTD return. I reiterate a "Buy" rating on VFMO, citing attractive valuation (P/E < 20x, PEG 1.36x), robust momentum, and strong technicals. VFMO offers diversified exposure across market caps and sectors, with a modified equal-weight approach limiting concentration risk.

VFMO: Leading Among Momentum ETFs, Most Signs Are Bullish

The Motley Fool

The Smartest Vanguard ETF to Buy With $1,000 Right Now

The Vanguard U.S. Momentum Factor ETF is actively managed. It looks for the best performing stocks over recent time periods.

The Smartest Vanguard ETF to Buy With $1,000 Right Now

VFMO: Reasonably Valued And Very Diversified Momentum ETF

Vanguard U.S. Momentum Factor ETF offers broad diversification across 627 companies of all sizes, emphasizing technology and maintaining low company-specific risk. VFMO has greatly outperformed a mid-cap benchmark and the S&P 500 over the past year, but its long-term performance is average among momentum peers. VFMO stands out for its low top-10 concentration and reasonable valuation relative to the S&P 500.

VFMO: Reasonably Valued And Very Diversified Momentum ETF

The Motley Fool

2 Vanguard ETFs to Buy Hand Over Fist and 1 to Avoid

The Vanguard S&P 500 ETF is a helpful starting point for investors. The Vanguard Growth ETF and Vanguard Value ETF provide better alignment for investment objectives.

2 Vanguard ETFs to Buy Hand Over Fist and 1 to Avoid

VFMO: An Useful Complement To The Russell 3000

Vanguard U.S. Momentum Factor ETF offers active momentum exposure and is best used as a complement to a core Russell 3000 ETF, like IWV. VFMO provides diversification benefits through lower tech concentration, higher exposure to Industrials and small/mid-caps, and a distinct sector allocation versus IWV. Despite similar long-term returns and lower Sharpe ratios, VFMO's active management reduces drawdown risk and correlation during market stress, enhancing risk-adjusted performance.

VFMO: An Useful Complement To The Russell 3000

VFMO: Outperforming Other Momentum Strategies After The April Decline

Vanguard U.S. Momentum Factor ETF continues to outperform peers, with strong returns and a diversified portfolio across market caps and sectors. VFMO maintains a buy rating, supported by positive technical signals, robust momentum, and a favorable seasonal period ahead. Despite a recent market drop, VFMO shows resilience, reasonable valuation, and attractive long-term growth prospects with limited single-stock risk.

VFMO: Outperforming Other Momentum Strategies After The April Decline

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