Prediction: This Spectacular Vanguard ETF Will Beat the S&P 500 (Again) in 2026

Core Insights - The S&P 500 index increased by 17% in 2025, surpassing its long-term average annual return of 10.6% since its inception in 1957 [1] - The S&P 500 Growth index, which includes 216 high-performing growth stocks, achieved a return of 21% last year, outperforming the regular S&P 500 [2][8] - The Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF has consistently outperformed the S&P 500 since its inception and is expected to continue this trend in 2026 [3][8] Sector Analysis - The Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF has a higher allocation to technology and tech-adjacent sectors compared to the S&P 500, with weightings of 41.4% in information technology and 16.8% in communication services [5] - The information technology sector, which includes major companies like Nvidia, Apple, and Microsoft, has delivered a remarkable 332% return over the past decade, significantly contributing to the overall performance of the S&P 500 [6][7]