Overview
Tracks the FTSE High Dividend Yield Index of approximately 550 US stocks that pay above-average dividends. Value-tilted with broad diversification.
Top Holdings
| Ticker | Holding | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| JPM | JPMorgan Chase | 3.8% |
| XOM | ExxonMobil Corp. | 3.6% |
| JNJ | Johnson & Johnson | 3.4% |
| PG | Procter & Gamble | 3.2% |
| BRK.B | Berkshire Hathaway | 3.1% |
| HD | Home Depot | 2.9% |
| ABBV | AbbVie Inc. | 2.7% |
| MRK | Merck & Co. | 2.6% |
| CVX | Chevron Corp. | 2.4% |
| KO | Coca-Cola | 2.3% |
Fund Details
Investment Thesis
VYM delivers higher current yield than SCHD or VIG through broader, yield-focused stock selection. The wider portfolio reduces concentration risk while maintaining Vanguard's signature low cost structure.
Who It's For
Income-focused investors and retirees who prioritize current yield and broad dividend diversification over dividend growth rates. VYM pairs well with SCHD for investors who want to cover both high-quality dividend growth and high-yield income in their equity allocation. Suitable for taxable accounts seeking qualified dividend income and investors building a spending portfolio for retirement income generation.
10-Year History
| Year | Close | % Chg |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | $78.42 | -- |
| 2017 | $86.58 | +10.4% |
| 2018 | $80.18 | -7.4% |
| 2019 | $91.82 | +14.5% |
| 2020 | $96.48 | +5.1% |
| 2021 | $112.82 | +16.9% |
| 2022 | $108.62 | -3.7% |
| 2023 | $118.42 | +9.0% |
| 2024 | $128.82 | +8.8% |
| 2025 | $132.18 | +2.6% |
| Year | Yield |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 3.08% |
| 2017 | 2.82% |
| 2018 | 3.12% |
| 2019 | 2.88% |
| 2020 | 2.72% |
| 2021 | 2.48% |
| 2022 | 3.02% |
| 2023 | 2.78% |
| 2024 | 2.68% |
| 2025 | 2.72% |
| Year | AUM | % Chg |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | $16B | -- |
| 2017 | $20B | +25.0% |
| 2018 | $22B | +10.0% |
| 2019 | $28B | +27.3% |
| 2020 | $38B | +35.7% |
| 2021 | $52B | +36.8% |
| 2022 | $48B | -7.7% |
| 2023 | $55B | +14.6% |
| 2024 | $64B | +16.4% |
| 2025 | $68B | +6.2% |
Historical figures are ETFHub estimates modelled from asset-class return patterns and may differ from official fund records. Data as of August 2026.
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