Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO) Historical Performance and Returns

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The Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO) offers investors exposure to over 500 large-cap U.S. stocks, which historically have shown resilience during downturns. An analysis from Capital Group indicates a 33% chance of negative returns if held for one year, yet no 10-year period has ended negatively in the S&P 500’s 82-year history. Since January 2000, the index has increased by 721%, suggesting a $1,000 investment would grow to over $8,200 today. This historical performance makes VOO a popular choice for long-term investors seeking growth.