There are benefits to investing in stocks that have reasonable multiples and aren’t dependent on future earnings growth enough to justify their valuations.
of S&P500 Although it is still rising this year, it retreated in April. Investors concerned about further downward momentum are in the right place. Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) can be a great way to gain diversification and peace of mind in the event of a downturn, knowing you have exposure to multiple different industries and themes.
Here’s why: Vanguard Value ETF (VTV -0.06%) It is suitable for long-term investment and is resistant to stock market declines.
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Lower risk, lower potential reward
The Vanguard Value ETF is huge, with over $170 billion in net assets, 340 holdings, and an expense ratio of just 0.04%.
The fund primarily targets large-cap value stocks, as each stock has a median market capitalization of $126.8 billion. The ETF stocks have an average price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 19.3x and a price-to-book ratio (P/B) of 2.8x. In contrast, the average P/E ratio is 26.1x and P/B is 2.8x. 4.5 Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO 1.00%). Additionally, the Vanguard Value ETF has a much better yield of 2.4% compared to the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF’s 1.3%.
Looking at each fund’s sector breakdown, it’s easy to see why the Vanguard Value ETF has a higher yield and lower multiple than the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF.
|
sector |
Vanguard Value ETF |
Vanguard S&P 500 ETF |
|---|---|---|
|
finance |
19.9% |
13.1% |
|
health care |
16.9% |
12.4% |
|
industrial |
15.3% |
8.8% |
|
technology and communication |
13.2% |
38.5% |
|
Daily necessities |
9.4% |
6% |
|
Consumer voluntary |
8.1% |
10.3% |
|
energy |
7.2% |
Four% |
|
public works |
5.1% |
2.2% |
|
real estate |
3% |
2.3% |
|
basic materials |
1.9% |
2.4% |
Data source: Vanguard.
Value ETFs have a heavy weight in financials, healthcare, industrial products, consumer staples, energy, utilities, and real estate. These sectors exclude many flashy growth stocks, including all of the “Magnificent Seven.”
Every investment decision involves some degree of compromise. With the Vanguard Value ETF, investors are giving up a ton of growth potential in exchange for higher income and better valuation based on subsequent returns. In other words, these companies have a proven track record and their value is based on what they are doing now rather than what they will do in the future.This level of certainty means that the market is sold and investors proven Winner from afar potential winner.
continue on autopilot
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When it comes to investing, it’s easy to say that stocks that are rising can rise even higher, or ride the wave of a rising bull market. But it’s much more difficult to maintain your position against the raging torrent of a bear market, let alone make calm decisions when stock prices are plummeting.
One of the easiest ways to avoid trouble when selling stocks is to create a list of companies and funds that you believe strongly in and can trust over the long term. It’s unlikely that investing thesis will change just because stocks are selling, so putting money into these ideas is a good long-term move, even if stocks continue to fall in the short term. You can be sure there is.
A balanced choice for patient investors
The Vanguard Value ETF is a great option if you’re looking to go on autopilot and are looking for a passive and effective option that you can plug and play even when your screen is flashing red. Packed with industry-leading blue-chip stocks. However, investors need to understand that even value stocks can fall sharply. However, they are usually not as strong as growth stocks.
Taking a long-term view and investing through periods of volatility provides a path to compounding wealth over time. However, if you already own a lot of growth stocks or just feel like you want to invest your new money in something safer, the Vanguard Value ETF is a great option. Because it allows you to raise funds while increasing your participation in the market. You can earn passive income without selling stocks.
Daniel Felber has no position in any stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Apple, Vanguard Index Funds-Vanguard Value ETF, and Vanguard S&P 500 ETF. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.
