VOO vs. SPY: Which Popular S&P 500 ETF Is the Better Buy?
Expense differences and fund structure can impact long-term returns for investors choosing between these two S&P 500 giants.
Overview
The choice between the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (NYSEMKT:VOO) and the State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSEMKT:SPY) often comes down to cost for long-term investors.
Both funds serve as foundational building blocks, providing exposure to the 500 largest U.S. companies. While they track the same underlying index, structural differences and expense ratios can influence total returns for those holding these ETFs over several decades.
Details
Beta measures price volatility relative to the S&P 500; beta is calculated from five-year monthly returns. The 1-year return represents total return over the trailing 12 months. Dividend yield is the trailing-12-month distribution yield.
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Originally published at www.fool.com.