VTSAX – Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund Covering the Entire U.S. Equity Market for Long-Term Growth
Apr 20, 2026
Vanguard’s Total Stock Market Index Fund Admiral Shares (VTSAX) is trading near $170.66 per share (as of April 17, 2026), up 1.28% on the day, with analysts highlighting its broad diversification across 3,484 U.S. stocks and ultra‑low expense ratio of 0.04%.
📰 Latest VTSAX News & Updates
Performance Snapshot (April 2026):
- Price: $170.66
- YTD Return: –3.97%
- 1-Year Return: +18.18%
- 3-Year Return: +17.84%
- Expense Ratio: 0.04%
- Yield (TTM): 1.07%
- Assets: ~$424.6B
- Holdings: ~3,505 stocks, turnover ratio 3% Yahoo Finance Seeking Alpha
Comparison with VOO (S&P 500 ETF):
- VTSAX offers broader exposure (large-, mid-, and small-cap stocks) vs. VOO’s focus on large-cap S&P 500.
- Minimum investment: $3,000 for VTSAX; none for VOO beyond one share.
- Trading: VTSAX trades once daily at NAV; VOO trades intraday like a stock.
- Fees: VTSAX 0.04% vs. VOO 0.03%. The Globe and Mail
Market Context:
- Analysts note strong tech weighting in both funds (Nvidia, Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, Alphabet).
- VTSAX top 10 holdings = ~34.6% of portfolio vs. VOO’s ~36.3%. The Globe and Mail
📊 VTSAX News Table
| Metric | VTSAX | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Current Price | $170.66 | As of April 17, 2026 |
| YTD Return | –3.97% | Slightly lagging broader market |
| 1-Year Return | +18.18% | Strong rebound |
| 3-Year Return | +17.84% | Consistent growth |
| Expense Ratio | 0.04% | Ultra-low cost |
| Yield (TTM) | 1.07% | Dividend yield |
| Assets | $424.6B | One of the largest mutual funds |
| Holdings | 3,505 stocks | Tracks CRSP US Total Market Index |
| Minimum Investment | $3,000 | Direct through Vanguard |
| Trading | Once per day at NAV | Long-term investors only |
⚠️ Risks & Considerations
- Liquidity: Unlike ETFs, VTSAX cannot be traded intraday.
- Minimum investment barrier: $3,000 may deter small investors.
- Market exposure: Heavy tilt toward tech stocks means performance is sensitive to sector swings.
- Alternative: VOO offers similar exposure with more flexibility for active traders.
.jpeg)