ATLASVanguard U.S. Minimum Volatility ETF (VFMV): outlook, holdings and fees
Vanguard U.S. Minimum Volatility ETF (VFMV) is an exchange-traded fund and is managed by Vanguard. The expense ratio is 0.13% and the yield is 1.66%. The ten largest holdings are 15% of the fund.
Fund data as of Oct 14, 2026 · Price Nov 2, 2026
ATLAS view on VFMV
| Last price | $148.80 (+0.4%) |
|---|---|
| ATLAS chance of a higher price in 1 month | 59% |
| Likely 1-month range (50%) | $147.27 – $152.01 |
| Normal 1-day range (±1σ) | ±0.5% |
| Distribution yield | 1.66% |
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.
VFMV fund facts
| Issuer | Vanguard |
|---|---|
| Theme | Volatility |
| Assets under management | $481M |
| Expense ratio | 0.13% |
| Number of holdings | 50 |
| Portfolio turnover | 25% |
| Inception | Feb 13, 2018 |
| Exchange | CBOE |
The fund invests primarily in a group of U.S. common stocks that together are deemed by the advisor to have the potential to generate lower volatility relative to the broad U.S. equity market. The portfolio will include a diverse mix of companies representing many different market sectors and industry groups. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund's assets will be invested in securities issued by U.S. companies.
VFMV top holdings
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Johnson & Johnson JNJ | Healthcare | 1.65% |
| Cisco Systems Inc CSCO | Technology | 1.57% |
| Texas Instruments Incorporated TXN | Technology | 1.54% |
| Roper Technologies Inc ROP | Technology | 1.54% |
| Analog Devices Inc ADI | Technology | 1.59% |
| The Coca-Cola Company KO | Consumer Defensive | 1.49% |
| Apple Inc. AAPL | Technology | 1.49% |
| Exxon Mobil Corp XOM | Energy | 1.46% |
| Costco Wholesale Corp COST | Consumer Defensive | 1.46% |
| Loews Corp L | Financial Services | 1.49% |
Holdings with an ATLAS page link to their probability range, fair value and earnings calendar.
VFMV sector breakdown
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Technology | 30.4% |
| Healthcare | 10.4% |
| Communication Services | 10.1% |
| Consumer Defensive | 9.2% |
| Financial Services | 8.6% |
| Industrials | 7.1% |
| Utilities | 6.9% |
| Energy | 6.0% |
| Real Estate | 5.7% |
| Consumer Cyclicals | 5.7% |
By region: North America 98.7%, Europe Developed 1.3%.
VFMV returns and risk
| Year to date | +12.1% |
|---|---|
| 1 year | +16.3% |
| 3 years (annualised) | +15.6% |
| 5 years (annualised) | +10.4% |
| 10 years (annualised) | 0.0% |
| Volatility (3 years) | 9.2% |
| Sharpe ratio (3 years) | 1.09 |
Past returns do not guarantee future results.
VFMV: frequently asked questions
What does VFMV invest in?
Vanguard U.S. Minimum Volatility ETF invests in a portfolio of securities. Its largest holdings are Johnson & Johnson (1.6%), Cisco Systems Inc (1.6%), Texas Instruments Incorporated (1.5%), Roper Technologies Inc (1.5%), Analog Devices Inc (1.6%).
What is the VFMV expense ratio?
0.13% a year: about $13.00 for every $10,000 invested.
What is the VFMV dividend yield?
1.66%. ATLAS does not hold the exact distribution dates for ETFs.
Will VFMV go up?
Nobody can know. The ATLAS model puts the chance of a higher price in one month at 59%, with a likely range (50%) of $147.27 to $152.01 from $148.80 today. It is a probability, not a prediction.
How has VFMV performed?
Year to date +12.1%, one year +16.3%, three years +15.6% a year, five years +10.4% a year. Past returns do not guarantee future results.
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