ATLASVanguard U.S. Multifactor ETF (VFMF): outlook, holdings and fees
Vanguard U.S. Multifactor ETF (VFMF) is an exchange-traded fund and is managed by Vanguard. The expense ratio is 0.17% and the yield is 1.45%. The ten largest holdings are 9% of the fund.
Fund data as of Oct 14, 2026 · Price Nov 2, 2026
ATLAS view on VFMF
| Last price | $188.93 (+0.6%) |
|---|---|
| ATLAS chance of a higher price in 1 month | 57% |
| Likely 1-month range (50%) | $185.86 – $194.05 |
| Normal 1-day range (±1σ) | ±0.7% |
| Distribution yield | 1.45% |
ATLAS probabilities use the same calibrated model as every stock page. A fair value is shown for companies, not funds; the holdings below link to the fair value of each company.
VFMF fund facts
| Issuer | Vanguard |
|---|---|
| Theme | US large caps |
| Assets under management | $1.0B |
| Expense ratio | 0.17% |
| Number of holdings | 50 |
| Portfolio turnover | 38% |
| Inception | Feb 13, 2018 |
| Exchange | CBOE |
The fund invests primarily in U.S. common stocks with the potential to generate higher returns relative to the broad U.S. equity market by investing in stocks with relatively strong recent performance, strong fundamentals, and low prices relative to fundamentals as determined by the advisor. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its assets will be invested in securities issued by U.S. companies.
VFMF top holdings
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Micron Technology Inc MU | Technology | 1.31% |
| Bristol-Myers Squibb Company BMY | Healthcare | 0.88% |
| Newmont Goldcorp Corp NEM | Basic Materials | 0.88% |
| The Travelers Companies Inc TRV | Financial Services | 0.86% |
| Altria Group MO | Consumer Defensive | 0.86% |
| The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation BK | Financial Services | 0.81% |
| ConocoPhillips COP | Energy | 0.78% |
| Merck & Company Inc MRK | Healthcare | 0.81% |
| EOG Resources Inc EOG | Energy | 0.81% |
| AbbVie Inc ABBV | Healthcare | 0.80% |
Holdings with an ATLAS page link to their probability range, fair value and earnings calendar.
VFMF sector breakdown
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Financial Services | 25.1% |
| Technology | 14.5% |
| Healthcare | 14.5% |
| Consumer Cyclicals | 11.8% |
| Energy | 10.6% |
| Industrials | 8.2% |
| Consumer Defensive | 7.3% |
| Communication Services | 4.5% |
| Basic Materials | 3.4% |
| Real Estate | 0.2% |
By region: North America 98.0%, Latin America 1.2%, Asia Emerging 0.3%, Europe Developed 0.2%, United Kingdom 0.2%.
VFMF returns and risk
| Year to date | +23.7% |
|---|---|
| 1 year | +33.1% |
| 3 years (annualised) | +24.4% |
| 5 years (annualised) | +14.2% |
| 10 years (annualised) | 0.0% |
| Volatility (3 years) | 14.0% |
| Sharpe ratio (3 years) | 1.14 |
Past returns do not guarantee future results.
VFMF: frequently asked questions
What does VFMF invest in?
Vanguard U.S. Multifactor ETF invests in a portfolio of securities. Its largest holdings are Micron Technology Inc (1.3%), Bristol-Myers Squibb Company (0.9%), Newmont Goldcorp Corp (0.9%), The Travelers Companies Inc (0.9%), Altria Group (0.9%).
What is the VFMF expense ratio?
0.17% a year: about $17.00 for every $10,000 invested.
What is the VFMF dividend yield?
1.45%. ATLAS does not hold the exact distribution dates for ETFs.
Will VFMF go up?
Nobody can know. The ATLAS model puts the chance of a higher price in one month at 57%, with a likely range (50%) of $185.86 to $194.05 from $188.93 today. It is a probability, not a prediction.
How has VFMF performed?
Year to date +23.7%, one year +33.1%, three years +24.4% a year, five years +14.2% a year. Past returns do not guarantee future results.
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