VNQ vs VWO: Which is better?

Quick Takeaway: VWO has a lower expense ratio (0.08%) than VNQ (0.12%), making it more cost-effective for long-term buy-and-hold investors.

Comparison Matrix

Metric VNQ (Vanguard Real Estate ETF) VWO (Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF)
Asset Class US Real Estate REITs Emerging International Equities
Expense Ratio 0.12% 0.08%
Dividend Yield 4.10% 3.35%
AUM $33B $75B
Benchmark MSCI US Investable Market Real Estate 25/50 Index FTSE Emerging Markets All Cap China A Inclusion Index

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