About Vanguard Materials Index Fund ETF Shares (VAW)

The Vanguard Materials Index Fund ETF Shares (VAW) is an exchange-traded fund that aims to track the performance of the MSCI US Investable Market Materials 25/50 Index. This index is designed to represent the performance of the materials sector of the U.S. equity market. The fund seeks to provide investors with exposure to a wide range of materials-related companies, including those involved in chemicals, metals, construction materials, and packaging.

The VAW ETF has a long history of providing investors with solid returns. Over the past five years, the fund has achieved an average annual return of around 11%. This makes it an attractive option for those looking to invest in the materials sector.