VTI vs VWO: Which is better?

Quick Takeaway: VTI has a lower expense ratio (0.03%) than VWO (0.08%), making it more cost-effective for long-term buy-and-hold investors.

Comparison Matrix

Metric VTI (Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF) VWO (Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF)
Asset Class US Total Market Emerging International Equities
Expense Ratio 0.03% 0.08%
Dividend Yield 1.50% 3.35%
AUM $350B $75B
Benchmark CRSP US Total Market Index FTSE Emerging Markets All Cap China A Inclusion Index

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