Fund info

Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF is an exchange-traded fund that primarily focuses on tracking the performance of the consumer discretionary sector within the U.S. stock market. This fund aims to reflect the results of the MSCI US Investable Market Consumer Discretionary 25/50 Index, which comprises companies whose goods and services fall under the consumer discretionary classification. These include sectors such as retail, automotive, leisure, and hospitality. Notable features of the Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF include broad exposure to large-cap to small-cap companies that are pivotal in the consumer discretionary sector, including well-known industry leaders. As a passively managed fund, it strives to maintain a low expense ratio, making it attractive for cost-conscious investors. It plays a pivotal role in providing investors with access to companies poised to grow with increasing consumer spending and trends that shape consumer preferences. As an integral part of diversified portfolio strategies, it signifies market confidence in economic cycles and discretionary spending. This ETF allows investors to navigate through economic variations by capitalizing on shifts in consumer behavior and spending power, contributing significantly to market dynamics.