Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF
VCR

$337.17

2.28%

Market Cap: $6.06B

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Funds holding %

of 6,710 funds

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Analysts bullish %

Fund manager confidence

Based on 2024 Q2 SEC filings by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

774% more call options, than puts

Call options by funds: $3.28M | Put options by funds: $375K

50% more first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 48 | Existing positions closed: 32

4% more funds holding

Funds holding: 428 [Q1] → 444 (+16) [Q2]

0% more funds holding in top 10

Funds holding in top 10: 9 [Q1] → 9 (+0) [Q2]

1.3% less ownership

Funds ownership: 43.56% [Q1] → 42.26% (-1.3%) [Q2]

8% less capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $2.5B [Q1] → $2.28B (-$212M) [Q2]

33% less repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 110 | Existing positions reduced: 163

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Research analyst outlook

We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for VCR.

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Financial journalist opinion

Zacks Investment Research

Should You Invest in the Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF (VCR)?

Launched on 01/26/2004, the Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF (VCR) is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to provide a broad exposure to the Consumer Discretionary - Broad segment of the equity market.

Should You Invest in the Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF (VCR)?

VCR: Why The Consumer Discretionary Stocks Decline Could Be An Opportunity

VCR offers a well-constructed and highly competitive solution among U.S. consumer discretionary-themed ETFs, with performance and an expense ratio in line with the sector. Recent economic data seems to rule out a U.S. recession, even though a Fed rate cut in September appears to be a foregone conclusion. Consumer discretionary stocks historically show greater sensitivity to monetary policy easing compared to the SPY itself.

VCR: Why The Consumer Discretionary Stocks Decline Could Be An Opportunity

The Motley Fool

Even Though It's the Only Vanguard Sector ETF That Is Down in 2024, I Have High Hopes for This Fund Over the Next 5 Years

Consumer discretionary has been the worst-performing sector year to date. Economic indicators provide insight into why the sector is lagging the broader market.

Even Though It's the Only Vanguard Sector ETF That Is Down in 2024, I Have High Hopes for This Fund Over the Next 5 Years

U.S. Retail Earnings Update - August 13, 2024

To date, 145 of the 199 companies in our Retail/Restaurant Index have reported their EPS results for Q2 2024, representing 73% of the index. The blended revenue growth estimate for the 199 companies in this index is 3.5% for Q2 2024. Home Depot reported better-than-expected Q2 earnings and revenue.

U.S. Retail Earnings Update - August 13, 2024

Zacks Investment Research

Navigate 2024 Tax Plans With Strategic ETF Investments

With both presidential candidates, Donald Trump and Joe Biden, proposing distinct tax plans, look at areas to navigate the landscape strategically.

Navigate 2024 Tax Plans With Strategic ETF Investments

Zacks Investment Research

Closing the Chapter on Inflation? ETFs to Watch

With inflation showcasing a favorable trend recently and the price levels for June decreasing from the previous month, expectations of inflation finally coming down to the Fed's benchmark level rises. Look at ETFs to capitalize.

Closing the Chapter on Inflation? ETFs to Watch

VCR: Consumer Discretionary Sector Dashboard For July

Monthly article series provides a dashboard with aggregate subsector metrics in Consumer Discretionary. Consumer services are the most attractive subsector based on value and quality scores, while the auto and components industry is below its baseline regarding both scores. Vanguard Consumer Discretionary Index Fund ETF Shares is an alternative to XLY.

VCR: Consumer Discretionary Sector Dashboard For July

Zacks Investment Research

Consumer Discretionary ETF (VCR) Hits New 52-Week High

For investors seeking momentum, Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF VCR is probably on the radar. The fund just hit a 52-week high and is up about 32% from its 52-week low price of $247.52/share.

Consumer Discretionary ETF (VCR) Hits New 52-Week High

Zacks Investment Research

Should You Invest in the Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF (VCR)?

If you're interested in broad exposure to the Consumer Discretionary - Broad segment of the equity market, look no further than the Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF (VCR), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on 01/26/2004.

Should You Invest in the Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF (VCR)?

Zacks Investment Research

ETFs in Focus Post Disappointing Retail Sales Data

After disappointing retail sales data in May, look into ETFs to navigate the uncertain landscape better.

ETFs in Focus Post Disappointing Retail Sales Data

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