Low-cost ETFs remain one of the easiest ways for investors to build long-term wealth—but not all funds offer the same upside. Using TipRanks’ Vanguard ETFs tool, we looked at three low-cost options—Vanguard Growth ETF (VUG), Vanguard Value ETF (VTV), and Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO) that could deliver 14%+ upside in 2026. All three ETFs have an expense ratio of 0.03%.
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Let’s look at these ETFs in detail.
Vanguard Growth ETF (VUG)
The Vanguard Growth ETF (VUG) invests in large U.S. growth stocks across sectors like technology, healthcare, and consumer discretionary. Its holdings lean toward faster-growing companies, but the fund still offers broader diversification than tech-heavy ETFs. Its top 3 holdings are Nvidia (NVDA), Apple (AAPL), and Microsoft (MSFT).
Overall, VUG has 156 stocks with assets worth $224.04 billion.
However, with a beta of 1.25, VUG tends to move more sharply than the broader market — which means it can deliver bigger gains during rallies but also face steeper drops during pullbacks.
Vanguard Value ETF (VTV)
The Vanguard Value ETF (VTV) focuses on large-cap U.S. companies trading at lower valuations relative to earnings and book value. It leans toward sectors like financials, healthcare, energy, and industrials, making it a solid choice for investors seeking steady dividend income and potentially lower volatility than growth-focused ETFs. With a beta of 0.70, VTV tends to move more slowly than the broader market, offering smoother performance during swings.
The fund holds 314 stocks totaling $173.87 billion in assets, with its top three holdings being Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.B), JPMorgan Chase (JPM), and Exxon Mobil (XOM).
Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO)
The Vanguard S&P 500 ETF is a popular option for investors looking to gain exposure to large U.S. companies. It tracks the S&P 500 Index (SPX), which is widely seen as a key measure of the overall U.S. stock market and the broader economy.
In terms of holdings, VOO ETF is heavily weighted toward technology but also includes major exposure to financials, healthcare, consumer, and industrial stocks, giving investors broad, large-cap diversification. VOO holds 507 stocks with total assets worth $947.15 billion. Its top three holdings are NVDA, AAPL, and MSFT.