Growth investors are always on the hunt for low-cost funds that give them maximum exposure to the biggest technology winners. One standout option is the Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF (VOOG), which has an incredible **55% of its portfolio concentrated in the so-called “Ten Titans” — mega-cap companies driving the U.S. stock market higher.
This ETF has already outperformed the broader market in 2025, and for investors who want a simple way to capture the strength of companies like Nvidia, Alphabet, Meta Platforms, Tesla, and Netflix, it’s becoming one of the most compelling choices.
What Are the Ten Titans?
The “Magnificent Seven” — a term coined by Bank of America analyst Michael Hartnett — includes Nvidia, Microsoft, Apple, Amazon, Alphabet, Meta Platforms, and Tesla. These stocks have dominated headlines for their market-leading growth.
The “Ten Titans” expands that list by adding Broadcom, Oracle, and Netflix, creating a group that represents nearly 40% of the S&P 500. But in the Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF, exposure is even higher — more than half the fund is invested in these ten names.
This concentration gives investors amplified exposure to the companies leading artificial intelligence, cloud computing, e-commerce, and digital entertainment.
Vanguard’s Growth-Focused ETFs Compared
Vanguard offers several low-cost ETFs, but their focus varies:
- Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO): A broad-market fund with an ultra-low 0.03% expense ratio.
- Vanguard Growth ETF (VUG): A growth-oriented fund that filters out value stocks and allocates more to fast-growing companies.
- Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF (VOOG): Similar to VUG, but with distinct weightings that put more emphasis on certain Ten Titans.
VOOG’s expense ratio is just 0.07% — still extremely affordable — but its allocations skew more heavily toward growth leaders like Nvidia and Alphabet.
How VOOG Allocates to the Titans
Here’s a breakdown of how VOOG stacks up against Vanguard’s other ETFs when it comes to the Ten Titans (market caps as of August 2025):
- Nvidia ($4.44T): 14.9% weighting in VOOG, higher than both VOO and VUG.
- Microsoft ($3.84T): 7.1% in VOOG, compared to 12.2% in VUG.
- Apple ($3.43T): 4.9% in VOOG, far less than 9.5% in VUG.
- Amazon ($2.47T): 4.4% in VOOG, smaller than 6.7% in VUG.
- Alphabet ($2.29T): 6.9% in VOOG, above both VOO and VUG.
- Meta Platforms ($1.66T): 5.8% in VOOG, higher than its weighting in VOO.
- Broadcom ($1.43T): 4.7% in VOOG, significant exposure compared to other Vanguard ETFs.
- Tesla ($1.08T): 3.0% in VOOG.
- Oracle ($699B): 1.4% in VOOG (excluded from VUG).
- Netflix ($529B): 1.7% in VOOG, higher than both VOO and VUG.
Altogether, the Ten Titans make up nearly 55% of VOOG’s holdings, compared to about 38% in the standard S&P 500 ETF.
Why Investors Might Prefer VOOG
The Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF offers investors a smart way to lean into companies that are fueling today’s market growth. While VUG has the highest overall weighting in the Ten Titans, VOOG provides:
- Heavier exposure to Nvidia, Alphabet, Meta, Broadcom, Tesla, and Netflix
- Less concentration in Apple and Amazon, which some analysts see as slower-growth names compared to their peers
- A balanced mix of high-growth and value-oriented Titans, such as Alphabet and Oracle
This mix may appeal to investors who believe companies like Nvidia and Broadcom will continue to benefit most from AI and cloud computing, while Alphabet and Meta Platforms offer strong valuations relative to growth potential.
Performance and Outlook
So far in 2025, VOOG is up 13.9% year-to-date, outpacing the S&P 500’s 9.7% gain. Its strong showing is a testament to the influence of the Ten Titans, many of which have seen explosive earnings growth tied to artificial intelligence, cloud services, and digital media demand.
Looking ahead, VOOG may be especially attractive for investors who want growth exposure without being overly concentrated in Apple or Amazon, while still capturing the upside of AI-driven leaders.
Bottom Line
For investors who want an easy, low-cost way to gain amplified exposure to today’s most powerful growth companies, the Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF stands out. With 55% invested in the Ten Titans, it provides a strong growth tilt while remaining diversified across the S&P 500.
Choosing between VOOG, VUG, or VOO will depend on your current portfolio and investment goals, but for those who want to ride the momentum of Nvidia, Alphabet, Netflix, and other market leaders, VOOG is a compelling pick.
