A side-by-side comparison of Vanguard US Total Market (VUN) and Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ) to help Canadian investors make an informed decision.
1-Year Performance
Normalised to 100 at the start — shows relative return over the trailing 12 months.
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Metric | VUN | QQQ |
|---|---|---|
| YTD Return | +14.67%✓ | -0.88% |
| 1-Day Change | -0.22%✓ | -1.42% |
| 1-Week Change | +0.78% | +1.54%✓ |
| 1-Month Change | -0.55% | -3.30%✓ |
| Current Price | $143.80 | $715.34 |
| AUM | $20.51B | $482.97B✓ |
| MER (Expense Ratio) | — | 0.17% |
| Dividend Yield | 0.75%✓ | 0.42% |
| Distribution Frequency | Quarterly | Quarterly |
| Inception Date | 2013-08-02 | 1999-03-10 |
| Holdings Count | 1 | 101 |
| MorningStar Rating | — | — |
| Category | US Equity | US Equity |
| Beta | 1.03 | 1.26 |
| 52-Week High | $148.36 | $762.86 |
| 52-Week Low | $117.08 | $554.41 |
| 50-Day MA | $143.78 | $725.42 |
| 200-Day MA | $135.43 | $678.72 |
✓ marks the better value for return/yield/AUM metrics. Lower ✓ for MER.
Annualised Returns
| Period | VUN | QQQ |
|---|---|---|
| YTD | +14.67%✓ | -0.88% |
| 1 Year | +13.70% | +16.04%✓ |
| 3 Year | +24.17% | +27.86%✓ |
| 5 Year | +13.70% | +15.02%✓ |
| 10 Year | +15.62% | +20.78%✓ |
| 1Y Volatility | 11.63% | 21.91% |
| Sharpe Ratio (3Y) | 1.59 | 1.21 |
Past performance is not a guarantee of future results.
Top 10 Holdings
| 1 | VTI | Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund ETF Shares | 100.00% |
| 1 | NVDA | NVIDIA Corporation | 7.85% |
| 2 | AAPL | Apple Inc. | 7.64% |
| 3 | MSFT | Microsoft Corporation | 6.31% |
| 4 | MU | Micron Technology Inc | 4.42% |
| 5 | AMZN | Amazon.com Inc | 4.43% |
| 6 | AMD | Advanced Micro Devices Inc | 4.01% |
| 7 | TSLA | Tesla Inc | 3.40% |
| 8 | GOOGL | Alphabet Inc Class A | 2.86% |
| 9 | META | Meta Platforms Inc. | 2.87% |
| 10 | SPCX | Space Exploration Technologies Corp. Class A Common Stock | 2.67% |
Sector Weights
| Sector | VUN | QQQ |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Materials | 1.88% | 1.00% |
| Communication Services | 8.79% | 11.49% |
| Consumer Cyclicals | 8.81% | 10.40% |
| Consumer Defensive | 4.10% | 6.78% |
| Energy | 3.61% | 0.51% |
| Financial Services | 11.84% | 0.21% |
| Healthcare | 9.88% | 4.40% |
| Industrials | 9.13% | 5.51% |
| Real Estate | 2.22% | 0.00% |
| Technology | 36.53% | 60.25% |
| Utilities | 1.89% | 1.15% |
About VUN
Vanguard U.S. Total Market Index ETF seeks to track, to the extent reasonably possible and before fees and expenses, the performance of a broad U.S. equity index that measures the investment returns of primarily large-capitalization U.S. stocks. Currently, this Vanguard ETF seeks to track the CRSP US Total Market Index (or any successor thereto). It invests directly or indirectly primarily in stocks of U.S. companies.
About QQQ
To maintain the correspondence between the composition and weights of the securities in the trust (the securities) and the stocks in the NASDAQ-100 Index®, the adviser adjusts the securities from time to time to conform to periodic changes in the identity and/or relative weights of index securities. The composition and weighting of the securities portion of a portfolio deposit are also adjusted to conform to changes in the index.
Which ETF is Right for You?
Both VUN and QQQ are listed on Canadian exchanges and accessible through most Canadian brokerages including Questrade, Wealthsimple Trade, TD Direct, and Interactive Brokers.
Based on the available data, VUN scores higher across our tracked metrics including YTD performance, dividend yield, and AUM — though both ETFs warrant individual research before investing.
- Consider your account type (TFSA, RRSP, non-registered) as it can affect dividend taxation.
- Compare management expense ratios (MER) directly on each provider's website.
- Look at average daily trading volume to assess liquidity.
- Review the fund's underlying index and holdings to ensure the exposure matches your goals.
This is not financial advice. Always do your own research or consult a licensed financial advisor before investing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between VUN and QQQ?
VUN (Vanguard US Total Market) and QQQ (Invesco QQQ Trust) are both Canadian-listed ETFs. Key differences include their AUM ($20.51B vs $482.97B), dividend yield (0.75% vs 0.42%), and year-to-date performance (+14.67% vs -0.88%).
Is VUN better than QQQ?
There is no single "better" ETF — it depends on your investment goals. If you prioritise recent performance, VUN has outperformed year-to-date. Always review the fund's prospectus and consider your tax situation.
Can I buy VUN and QQQ on Wealthsimple?
Most Canadian-listed ETFs are available on Wealthsimple Trade commission-free. Both VUN and QQQ should be accessible. Check Wealthsimple's supported tickers list to confirm availability.
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