Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF Sees Positive Fund Flows

Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF ( $VTI ) has risen by 1.76% in the past week. It has experienced a 5-day net inflow of $831.99 million.
This is due, in part, to market sentiment on some of the ETF’s largest holdings. For example:

• Nvidia Corporation has been at the center of investor attention due to its significant role in the AI sector, with its stock soaring over 1000% in the past three years. Despite this impressive growth, investor Michael Burry has expressed skepticism, comparing the current AI enthusiasm to the late 1990s tech bubble. Burry has raised concerns about Nvidia’s stock-based compensation and accounting practices, and has taken a substantial position against the company through put options, suggesting he believes the stock is overvalued. Nvidia has defended its practices, stating they align with industry standards, and Wall Street analysts remain largely optimistic, with a majority rating the stock as a ‘Buy’. This ongoing debate underscores the tension between those who view Nvidia as a leader in a long-term technological shift and those who fear the current market hype may not be sustainable.
• Apple Inc is making headlines with potential new partnerships and legal challenges. The company is reportedly in talks with Intel to manufacture its low-end M processors, aligning with the ‘Made in USA’ policy and potentially boosting Intel’s foundry business. Meanwhile, Apple is facing a legal battle in India over a new rule by the Competition Commission of India that could lead to a hefty $38 billion fine. Despite these challenges, Apple’s business in India is booming, with record iPhone shipments and a growing supply chain presence. Analysts remain optimistic about Apple’s stock, with a Moderate Buy consensus and a slight upside potential, as the company navigates these developments.
• Microsoft is under regulatory scrutiny in Europe as the EU investigates its cloud computing practices. Google has withdrawn its antitrust complaint against Microsoft, but the EU’s investigation continues, focusing on whether Microsoft’s cloud licensing and software bundling unfairly restrict competition. This regulatory pressure comes as Microsoft remains a key player in the global cloud market, with the investigation potentially impacting its growth and pricing strategies. Despite these challenges, Microsoft’s stock remains strong, buoyed by its strategic focus on AI-powered cloud services and enterprise tools, as it competes with rivals like Google and Amazon in the rapidly evolving cloud sector.