How can I invest in VGT ETF?

Open a brokerage account, search for VGT, decide how many shares to buy, and place your order.

Where can I buy Vanguard Information Technology ETF?

VGT can be purchased through most major online brokerages that offer U.S.-listed ETFs.

Is VGT a good investment?

VGT may suit investors seeking low-cost, large-cap-focused exposure to the U.S. technology sector.

What is the minimum investment for the Vanguard Information Technology Index Fund?

There is no minimum for investing in VGT is the price of a single share, or less if your brokerage offers fractional trading.

How to Buy Vanguard Information Technology Index Fund ETF (VGT)

How to Invest in Vanguard Information Technology Index Fund ETF (VGT)

By Tony Dong – Updated Feb 25, 2026 at 5:22 PM EST | Fact-checked by Frank Bass

Key Points

Vanguard Information Technology ETF is a cost-effective, liquid investment option.
Despite its name, the ETF may not cover all expected tech sectors.
Backed by a credible provider, it has a proven performance history.

If your goal is to bet on the tech titans driving stock market returns, then the Vanguard Information Technology ETF (VGT +0.28%) is one of the most economical options. It is cheap, highly liquid, has a strong track record, and is backed by a reputable provider.

However, investors should not take the ETF’s name at face value, since it's not as complete as one might expect from a technology ETF. Here’s what you need to know before investing.

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Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF)

An exchange-traded fund, or ETF, allows investors to buy many stocks or bonds at once.

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How to invest

Open your brokerage account: Log in to your brokerage account where you handle your investments. If you don't have one yet, take a look at our favorite brokers and trading platforms to find the right one for you.
Search for the ETF: Enter the ticker "VGT" into the search bar to bring up the ETF's trading page.
Decide how many shares to buy: Consider your investment goals and how much of your portfolio you want to allocate to this ETF.
Select order type: Choose between a market order to buy at the current price or a limit order to specify the maximum price you're willing to pay.
Submit your order: Confirm the details and submit your buy order.
Review your purchase: Check your portfolio to ensure your order was filled as expected and adjust your investment strategy accordingly.

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Holdings

Despite holding more than 300 stocks, many of which are small- and mid-caps, Vanguard Information Technology Index Fund ETF is market cap-weighted, so the portfolio is dominated by the largest technology stocks.

It’s also missing some notable names. Amazon (AMZN -0.89%), Netflix (NFLX -3.01%), and Tesla (TSLA -6.16%) are in the consumer discretionary sector, while Alphabet (GOOGL -1.11%) and Meta Platforms (META +0.01%) are classified under communications. This means the fund is not a complete representation of the broader tech industry.

The portfolio has a strong growth tilt. On average, Vanguard Information Technology Index Fund ETF's holdings have a 40.5% return on equity and 30.3% earnings growth, but they trade at rich valuations of 39.1 times forward earnings and 7.7 times book value.

Top holdings as of August 2025:

Nvidia (NVDA +2.10%): 16.74%
Microsoft (MSFT -1.50%): 14.89%
Apple (AAPL -2.49%): 13.03%
Broadcom (AVGO +0.05%): 4.57%
Oracle (ORCL +2.86%): 2.05%
Palantir Technologies (PLTR -3.56%): 1.64%
Cisco Systems (CSCO +0.82%): 1.58%
IBM (IBM -0.52%): 1.56%
Salesforce (CRM -1.70%): 1.47%
Advanced Micro Devices (AMD +2.70%): 1.31%

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Should you invest in the Vanguard Information Technology Index Fund ETF?

Vanguard Information Technology Index Fund ETF may appeal to investors who want straightforward exposure to the U.S. technology sector as it is formally defined by the Global Industry Classification Standard (GICS).

If your priority is owning the largest, most established tech companies alongside a broad base of smaller names, and you value Vanguard’s low costs and long track record, this ETF offers that in a single, liquid vehicle.

The portfolio’s heavy weighting toward mega-cap leaders like Nvidia, Microsoft, and Apple means your returns will closely follow the performance of these companies, which have historically driven much of the sector’s gains.

On the other hand, this fund may not suit investors who want a more expansive or thematic approach to technology. It excludes high-profile companies such as Amazon, Alphabet, Meta Platforms, Netflix, and Tesla because they are classified under other sectors, even though they are heavily involved in technology-driven businesses.

Vanguard Information Technology Index Fund ETF may also be less appealing to those seeking a more balanced allocation, as its market cap weighting tilts heavily toward the top holdings, leaving smaller and mid-sized innovators with less influence on overall performance.

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Dividends

This Vanguard ETF currently pays a quarterly dividend amounting to a 0.42% 30-day SEC yield. This is normal for technology-focused ETFs that prioritize capital appreciation more than high income.

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Expense ratio

This Vanguard ETF charges a 0.09% expense ratio, or around $9 per $10,000 invested per year. This is highly competitive for a sector-specific ETF and typical of Vanguard funds.

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Expense Ratio

A percentage of mutual fund or ETF assets deducted annually to cover management, operational, and administrative costs.

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Historical performance

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VGT Annualized Total Returns as of July 31, 2025.
	1-yr	3-yr	5-yr	10-yr
Net Asset Value	22.16%	23.98%	19.37%	21.58%
Market Price	22.19%	23.98%	19.38%	21.58%

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The bottom line

Vanguard Information Technology Index Fund ETF delivers low-cost, efficient access to the U.S. technology sector with a strong track record and the backing of Vanguard’s index management expertise. Its strengths lie in simplicity, liquidity, and coverage of the dominant tech leaders that have driven much of the market’s growth.

The trade-offs are narrower exposure that omits certain high-profile, tech-adjacent companies and a top-heavy structure where a few holdings account for a large share of assets. For most investors, this makes Vanguard Information Technology Index Fund ETF better suited as a tactical tool to overweight technology rather than as a standalone core holding.

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Investing in Vanguard Information Technology ETF (VGT) FAQ

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Tony Dong has positions in Alphabet, Amazon, and Microsoft. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Advanced Micro Devices, Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Cisco Systems, International Business Machines, Meta Platforms, Microsoft, Netflix, Nvidia, Oracle, Palantir Technologies, Salesforce, and Tesla. The Motley Fool recommends Broadcom. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

How to Invest in Vanguard Information Technology Index Fund ETF (VGT)

Key Points

Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF)

How to invest

Holdings

Should you invest in the Vanguard Information Technology Index Fund ETF?

Dividends

Expense ratio

Expense Ratio

Historical performance

The bottom line

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Investing in Vanguard Information Technology ETF (VGT) FAQ

How can I invest in VGT ETF?

Where can I buy Vanguard Information Technology ETF?

Is VGT a good investment?

What is the minimum investment for the Vanguard Information Technology Index Fund?

What is Vanguard Information Technology ETF?

How to invest

Should you invest in the Vanguard Information Technology Index Fund ETF?

Dividends

Expense ratio

Historical performance

The bottom line

Related investing topics

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