Clarius Group LLC Increases Stake in Vanguard Small-Cap ETF

Clarius Group LLC has recently increased its stake in Vanguard Small-Cap ETF (NYSEARCA:VB) by a significant 37.2% during the third quarter, according to a report from Holdings Channel.com. After acquiring an additional 402 shares, Clarius Group now holds a total of 1,482 shares of the ETF. These shares are valued at approximately $352,000 based on the latest SEC filings.

Several other institutional investors have also adjusted their positions in the Vanguard Small-Cap ETF. Triad Wealth Partners LLC purchased a new stake in VB during the second quarter for about $27,000. Tucker Asset Management LLC also entered the market in the fourth quarter with an investment valued at around $33,000. Similarly, Turtle Creek Wealth Advisors LLC acquired a new position during the second quarter, worth around $36,000. ORG Partners LLC and Hantz Financial Services Inc. also bought new stakes in the fund during the same quarter, each valued at about $41,000.

Vanguard Small-Cap ETF Performance Overview

As for the stock performance, Vanguard Small-Cap ETF shares opened at $239.01 on the latest trading day. The ETF has experienced a 1-year low of $174.84 and a 1-year high of $239.09. With a market capitalization of $59.20 billion and a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 14.11, the ETF shows a beta of 1.17, indicating a moderate level of volatility compared to the overall market. The ETF's 50-day simple moving average is $229.70, while the 200-day simple moving average stands at $224.28.

About Vanguard Small-Cap ETF

The Vanguard Small-Cap ETF (VB) is designed to track the CRSP US Small Cap Index, capturing the performance of the bottom 2-15% of the investable U.S. stock market. Launched on January 26, 2004, the ETF is managed by Vanguard, a well-known investment management company.

This increase in holdings by Clarius Group LLC and the adjustments made by other institutional investors highlight ongoing interest in the Vanguard Small-Cap ETF.

For further insights into hedge fund activities regarding VB investments, consider checking the latest 13F filings and insider trades.

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