The S&P 500 Is Soaring: 3 No-Brainer Vanguard ETFs to Buy Right Now
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The S&P 500 (^GSPC 0. 83%) reached a new all-time high in late June, soaring by more than 26% from its low point in April, as of this writing. Many...
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The S&P 500 (^GSPC 0. 83%) reached a new all-time high in late June, soaring by more than 26% from its low point in April, as of this writing
Many investors are optimistic that the market will continue climbing, making right now a fantastic opportunity to load up on quality stocks
ETFs are a simple way to build wealth with little effort, but the right investments are key to maximizing your earnings
With the market reaching new heights, these three Vanguard exchange-traded funds (ETFs) could be poised for significant growth
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Vanguard S&P 500 ETF A staple in many investors' portfolios, the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO 0. 84%) is a rock-solid option both when the market is thriving and during slumps
The S&P 500 ETF includes all the stocks listed in the S&P 500 index itself
From behemoths Apple and Nvidia to century-old brands Coca-Cola and cter & Gamble, the companies within the S&P 500 are among the largest and strongest in the world -- making them more recession-of than many smaller stocks
In an S&P 500 ETF is also an easy way to build a diversified portfolio with next to no effort
Because this fund contains hundreds of stocks across all sectors of the market, you're more tected if one or two stocks (or an entire industry) get hit hard during a downturn
Despite its relative safety, though, this ETF can still generate life-changing wealth
The market itself has historically earned an average rate of return of around 10% per year
At that rate, just $200 per month could add up to nearly a quarter of a million dollars after 25 years
Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF If you're looking for the safety of an S&P 500 ETF but with a little more power, the Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF (VOOG 1. 07%) is a fantastic choice
This fund also tracks the S&P 500, but it only includes the companies with the most potential for growth
This ETF s many advantages with the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF, in that all the companies within the fund are among the largest and most powerful in the world -- helping to reduce risk
With 212 stocks across all sectors of the market, it also offers ample diversification
However, because it focuses more on growth rather than simply ing the market, it's also more ly to earn above-average returns
In fact, over the past 10 years, this ETF has earned an average rate of return of nearly 16% per year
At that rate, $200 per month for 25 years could add up to around $598,000
Just keep in mind that growth ETFs tend to thrive when the market is surging, but they're often hit harder than S&P 500 ETFs during downturns
The key to success with this type of investment is to hold your investment for several years, at least, to take full advantage of the upswings
Vanguard Information nology ETF For those looking to add a powerhouse performer to their portfolio, the Vanguard Information nology ETF (VGT 1. 39%) is a strong investment
This ETF contains 319 stocks exclusively from the sector
Industry-specific ETFs can be a smart way to gain exposure to a particular sector of the market, with less effort than buying individual stocks
Also, when you invest in hundreds of stocks at once, you gain more diversification than you would by in just one or two stocks from each industry
The Vanguard Information nology ETF has a long history of earning above-average returns
Over the past decade, it's earned an average return of more than 21% per year
If it were to continue earning those types of returns, $200 per month would amount to more than $1. 3 million after 25 years
Again, though, keep in mind that stocks tend to face more severe downturns during periods of volatility
If the market takes a turn for the worse, be prepared to hold your investment until the recovery period
This ETF has a long history of surviving downturns, but maintaining a long-term outlook is key
In ETFs can help you build life-changing wealth with less effort than buying individual stocks, and right now may be a fantastic time to invest as the market soars
By loading up on quality funds and holding them for the long haul, you could earn more than you might think
Katie Brockman has positions in Vanguard Admiral Funds-Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF, Vanguard Information nology ETF, and Vanguard S&P 500 ETF
The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Apple, Nvidia, and Vanguard S&P 500 ETF
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