Vanguard Growth Index Fund ETF vs Williams-Sonoma, Inc. — how do they compare? Vanguard Growth Index Fund ETF trades at $89.73, while Williams-Sonoma, Inc. trades at $240.47 (market cap $28.87B). The key difference: Williams-Sonoma, Inc. pays a 1.24% dividend while Vanguard Growth Index Fund ETF pays none, and Vanguard Growth Index Fund ETF is trading nearer its 52-week high, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. nearer its low. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| VUG | WSM | |
|---|---|---|
Sector | Sector/Thematic | Consumer Cyclical |
52-Week High | $90.29 | $251.81 |
52-Week Low | $70.00 | $168.64 |
Market Cap | — | $28.87B |
Enterprise Value | — | $29.71B |
Dividend Yield | — | 1.24% |
Trailing returns across standard periods
VUG is an index-based ETF that tracks the CRSP US Large Cap Growth Index, providing concentrated exposure to the largest and fastest-growing companies in the United States. It focuses on stocks with high growth potential across tech, communication, and consumer sectors, serving as a low-cost, high-conviction core holding for long-term capital appreciation.
Read more on VUG →With a wide retail and direct-to-consumer presence, Williams-Sonoma is a leader in the $300 billion domestic home category, focused on expanding its exposure in the B2B, marketplace, and franchise areas. Namesake Williams-Sonoma (175 stores) offers high-end cooking essentials, while Pottery Barn (189) provides casual home accessories. Brand extensions include Pottery Barn Kids (52) and PBteen. West Elm (121) is an emerging concept for young professionals, and Rejuvenation (9) offers lighting and house parts. Williams-Sonoma also has a business-to-business team that supports projects that range from residential to large-scale commercial.
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