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Per the graph above, the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF has generated a total return of 647% since its inception in 2010. This equates to 14.5% annually. Assuming these returns keep up, a $200 monthly ...

One ETF that can give you exposure to some of the best growth stocks in the world and possibly enable you to turn a $50,000 ...

The economy is struggling between maintaining stable prices and ensuring high employment. The Federal Reserve is under ...

Index Fund ETF invests exclusively in small-cap U.S. stocks comprising the Russell 2000 Index. Read why I confirm my buy ...

While VYM's yield is below treasuries, its dividend growth and stability provide buoy against market volatility for long-term ...

The Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF (ASX: VGS) is one of the most appealing ASX ETFs. Here’s why I like ...

The Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (ASX: VAS) is the most popular ASX ETF. Investors need to know these things about it ...

With European markets consistently outperforming their US counterparts, investors are eyeing funds tracking foreign companies ...

The five core dividend ETFs - SCHD, VYM, VIG, DGRO, and HDV - continue to provide excellent foundations for income-oriented portfolios in 2025. They’ve stood the test of time with low fees, strong ...

Over the past 15 years, growth stocks have significantly outperformed both value stocks and the broader U.S. stock market. A backtest comparing the Vanguard Growth ETF (ticker: ...