Vanguard’s Russell 1000 Growth ETF Outperforms with 118% Total Returns in Five Years
Vanguard's Russell 1000 Growth Index Fund (VONG) has delivered a 118% total return over the past five years, outpacing the broader market's 106% gain. The ETF's heavy weighting in U.S. tech stocks—accounting for 60% of its portfolio—has driven this outperformance. Top holdings include megacap growth names, though the fund's low fees and diversified approach make it a compelling long-term holding.
Disciplined investors don't need complex stock-picking strategies to generate wealth. ETFs like VONG demonstrate how broad market exposure, combined with patience, can compound returns over decades. Vanguard's structural advantages—rock-bottom expense ratios and passive management—further enhance its appeal for growth-oriented portfolios.