Vanguard S&P 500 Growth Index Fund ETF vs State Street PDR S&P Retail ETF — how do they compare? Vanguard S&P 500 Growth Index Fund ETF trades at $85.26, while State Street PDR S&P Retail ETF trades at $89.65. The key difference: Vanguard S&P 500 Growth Index Fund ETF is trading nearer its 52-week high, State Street PDR S&P Retail ETF nearer its low. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| VOOG | XRT | |
|---|---|---|
Sector | Broad Market / Factor | Broad Market / Factor |
52-Week High | $85.42 | $92.35 |
52-Week Low | $65.32 | $77.28 |
Trailing returns across standard periods
VOOG is an index-based ETF that tracks the S&P 500 Growth Index, composed of the growth-oriented companies within the S&P 500. It selects constituents based on three key metrics—sales growth, the ratio of earnings change to price, and momentum—offering a highly liquid and low-cost way to capture the high-performing 'growth slice' of the broader U.S. large-cap market.
Read more on VOOG →XRT is an equal-weighted ETF that tracks the U.S. retail sector. It provides diversified exposure to apparel, automotive, and online retailers, including well-known names like Amazon, Target, and Costco.
Read more on XRT →