Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO) ETF Analysis — Cost, Holdings & Performance
Vanguard · S&P 500
Is Vanguard S&P 500 ETF a good ETF to buy?
Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO) is a S&P 500 ETF. with competitive fees (0.03%). currently in line with NAV. with a 1.19% dividend yield.
How has Vanguard S&P 500 ETF performed?
| Period | Return |
|---|---|
| YTD | -4.34% |
| 3-Year Avg | 21.44% |
| 5-Year Avg | 12.79% |
Past performance does not guarantee future results. Returns shown are annualized averages.
Is VOO's expense ratio competitive?
What's inside VOO?
Of the top 10 holdings, 10 are in our coverage with an average moat rating of 3.2/5 and average Z-Score of 18.1.
| Holding | Weight | Moat | Z-Score | Div Grade | Valuation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NVDA NVIDIA Corporation | 7.58% | 3.7/5 | 64.5 | A | Watch Zone |
| AAPL Apple Inc. | 6.67% | 3.7/5 | 10.7 | A | Fairly Valued |
| MSFT Microsoft Corporation | 4.92% | 3.4/5 | 8.8 | A | Overvalued |
| AMZN Amazon.com, Inc. | 3.64% | 3.7/5 | 5.8 | — | Fairly Valued |
| GOOGL Alphabet Inc. | 3% | 3.7/5 | 16.2 | C | Fairly Valued |
| AVGO Broadcom Inc. | 2.63% | 3.4/5 | 14.4 | A | Overvalued |
| GOOG Alphabet Inc. | 2.4% | 3.7/5 | 16.1 | C | Fairly Valued |
| META Meta Platforms, Inc. | 2.24% | 3.7/5 | 8.9 | C | Overvalued |
| TSLA Tesla, Inc. | 1.87% | 3.1/5 | 17.4 | — | Overvalued |
| BRK-B Berkshire Hathaway Inc. | 1.57% | 0.0/5 | N/A | — | Buy Zone |
Does VOO pay dividends?
Dividend History
| Year | Annual Dividend |
|---|---|
| 2026 | $1.87 |
| 2025 | $7.07 |
| 2024 | $6.71 |
| 2023 | $6.36 |
| 2022 | $5.95 |
| 2021 | $5.44 |
| 2020 | $5.30 |
| 2019 | $5.57 |
| 2018 | $4.74 |
| 2017 | $4.37 |
US dividend withholding tax of 30% applies to non-US tax residents. This rate may be reduced under a tax treaty between the US and your country of residence. The adjusted yield shown assumes the default 30% rate. For informational purposes only — consult a qualified tax advisor.
VOO sector breakdown
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| technology | 33.62% |
| financial_services | 12.21% |
| communication_services | 10.5% |
| consumer_cyclical | 10.02% |
| healthcare | 9.48% |
| industrials | 8.48% |
| consumer_defensive | 5.26% |
| energy | 4.02% |
| utilities | 2.55% |
| realestate | 1.95% |
| basic_materials | 1.91% |
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Common questions about Vanguard S&P 500 ETF
What is Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO) and what does it track?
Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO) is a sp500 ETF managed by Vanguard. It is classified as a Sp500 fund with $1,421,127,057,408 in total assets under management.
What is VOO's expense ratio?
VOO's expense ratio is 0.03%, which receives a A cost grade from FairValueLabs. Over 30 years on a $100,000 investment, this fee costs approximately $900.
Does VOO pay dividends?
Yes. VOO currently yields 1.19% annually. Non-US investors should note that US dividend withholding tax of up to 30% may apply, reducing the effective yield.
How has VOO performed?
VOO's annualized returns: YTD -4.34%, 3-year average 21.44%, 5-year average 12.79%. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Is VOO trading at a premium or discount to NAV?
Trading in line with NAV. The ETF is priced at fair value relative to its holdings.
What is the quality of VOO's top holdings?
Of the top 10 holdings, 10 are in our coverage with an average moat rating of 3.2/5 and average Z-Score of 18.1.
How does VOO compare to SPY and IVV?
All VOO and SPY and IVV track similar benchmarks. Compare them on our ETF analysis pages to see differences in expense ratio, tracking error, and dividend yield. The best choice depends on your brokerage, tax situation, and whether you prioritize lowest fees or highest liquidity.
Do non-US investors pay withholding tax on VOO dividends?
Yes. The US imposes a 30% withholding tax on dividends paid to non-US investors. This rate may be reduced under a tax treaty (e.g., 10% for China and Japan, 15% for South Korea). Check your country's treaty rate with the US. This applies to all US-domiciled ETFs including VOO.
FairValueLabs Disclaimer
All analysis on this page is produced by the FairValueLabs ETF analysis system. It does not represent professional investment advice. ETF analysis is for educational and research purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Last updated: Apr 23, 2026. Data sources: Yahoo Finance (market data, fund holdings).