The Motley Fool
20 Jun 2026, 03:18 UTC · 3h ago
Which Is the Better Small-Cap ETF, Vanguard's VB or the iShares ISCB?
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20 Jun 2026, 03:18 UTC · 3h ago
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The iShares Morningstar Small-Cap ETF (ISCB) has demonstrated stronger one-year performance compared to the Vanguard Small-Cap ETF (VB). — Better relative performance in a specific asset class can attract capital rotation from one fund to another.
+0.20Vanguard's Small-Cap ETF (VB) maintains a lower expense ratio of 0.03% compared to 0.04% for the iShares fund (ISCB). — Lower fees are a long-term positive for investor returns, though a 1 basis point difference is marginally impactful.
+0.10The iShares Morningstar Small-Cap ETF (ISCB) offers broader diversification with 1,544 holdings compared to the 1,357 holdings in the Vanguard Small-Cap ETF (VB). — Increased diversification reduces idiosyncratic risk, which is a minor positive for risk-averse investors.
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Highlighted as a high-growth company and top holding with significant recent gains.
Noted for stronger one-year performance, broader diversification, and a higher dividend yield.
Mentioned as a low-cost, liquid option for small-cap exposure with a cost advantage.
Listed as a top holding in the iShares Small-Cap ETF with positive price movement.
Listed as a top holding in the Vanguard Small-Cap ETF with positive price movement.
Listed as a top holding in the Vanguard Small-Cap ETF with positive price movement.
Listed as a top holding in the iShares Small-Cap ETF with a slight positive price movement.
Listed as a top holding in the iShares Small-Cap ETF with positive price movement.
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