(VYM) Vanguard High Dividend - Ratings and Ratios

Exchange: NYSE ARCA • Country: USA • Currency: USD • Type: Etf • ISIN: US9219464065 • Large Value

VYM: High Dividend, Stocks, ETF Shares

The Vanguard High Dividend Yield Index Fund ETF (NYSE ARCA: VYM) employs a passive investment strategy, tracking the performance of an index composed of high-dividend-paying U.S. equities. The fund seeks to replicate its target index by holding stocks in proportions that align with their index weights, ensuring a diversified portfolio of dividend-paying companies. The ETF is designed for investors seeking exposure to large-cap value stocks with above-average dividend yields, offering a low-cost way to access a broad range of established, income-generating equities.

As of the latest data, VYM has an average daily trading volume of 1.63 million shares, with a last price of $120.84. The funds short-term technical outlook is neutral, with its price below the 20-day SMA of $124.03 but above the 50-day SMA of $128.07. The 200-day SMA stands at $126.25, indicating a potential resistance level. The Average True Range (ATR) of 2.99 suggests moderate volatility. With assets under management (AUM) of $56.315 billion, VYM is one of the largest ETFs in its category, reflecting its popularity among income-focused investors.

3-month forecast: - Price range: $118.00 to $123.50 (based on ATR and SMA levels). - Resistance levels: $124.03 (20-day SMA), $126.25 (200-day SMA). - Support level: $115.00 (recent low). - AUM: $56.315 billion. - Sector allocation: Heavyweight in Utilities, Financials, and Consumer Staples. - Top holdings: Include Johnson & Johnson, Procter & Gamble, and Coca-Cola.

Additional Sources for VYM ETF

VYM ETF Overview

Market Cap in USD 56,315m
Category Large Value
TER 0.06%
IPO / Inception 2006-11-10

VYM ETF Ratings

Growth Rating 78.4
Fundamental -
Dividend Rating 55.7
Rel. Strength 0.93
Analysts -
Fair Price Momentum 119.02 USD
Fair Price DCF -

VYM Dividends

Dividend Yield 12m 2.96%
Yield on Cost 5y 5.53%
Annual Growth 5y 3.76%
Payout Consistency 93.3%

VYM Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m -84.3%
Growth Correlation 12m 71.9%
Growth Correlation 5y 91.6%
CAGR 5y 13.04%
CAGR/Max DD 5y 0.82
Sharpe Ratio 12m 0.21
Alpha -1.31
Beta 0.776
Volatility 28.30%
Current Volume 756.6k
Average Volume 20d 1586.8k
What is the price of VYM stocks?
As of April 26, 2025, the stock is trading at USD 123.30 with a total of 756,646 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by +3.88%, over one month by -4.55%, over three months by -6.49% and over the past year by +7.98%.
Is Vanguard High Dividend a good stock to buy?
Yes. Based on ValueRay Analyses, Vanguard High Dividend (NYSE ARCA:VYM) is currently (April 2025) a good stock to buy. It has a ValueRay Growth Rating of 78.44 and therefor a clear technical positive rating according to historical growth.
Based on ValueRays Analyses, Dividends and Discounted-Cash-Flow, the Fair Value of VYM as of April 2025 is 119.02. This means that VYM is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of -3.47%.
Is VYM a buy, sell or hold?
Vanguard High Dividend has no consensus analysts rating.
What are the forecast for VYM stock price target?
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, VYM Vanguard High Dividend will be worth about 133.6 in April 2026. The stock is currently trading at 123.30. This means that the stock has a potential upside of +8.39%.
Issuer Forecast Upside
Wallstreet Target Price - -
Analysts Target Price - -
ValueRay Target Price 133.6 8.4%