When discussing "VIG" in the US Equity channel, it is generally understood to refer to the Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF (ARCA:VIG), an exchange-traded fund focused on investing in companies that have a history of increasing their dividends. Fintel's platform provides a wealth of data to analyze such an instrument, rather than attempting to predict its future performance.
Key data points for VIG include:
- Dividend Profile: As of August 6, 2025, VIG had a dividend yield of 2.53%.1 Its dividend growth rates over recent periods show a 0.56% increase over one year and a 0.69% increase over two years. The three-year dividend growth was reported as 0.00%.1 These metrics are crucial for investors focused on dividend growth strategies.
- Institutional Ownership: VIG shows significant institutional interest, with 2,347 institutional owners holding a total of 213,330,536 shares (excluding 13D/G filings).2 This represents a 2.38% increase in institutional shares held over the most recent quarter.2 While the average portfolio allocation to VIG by these institutions was 0.9754%, it saw a -5.33% change quarter-over-quarter.2 This indicates a broad base of institutional support, but with some recent rebalancing.
- Short Interest: The short interest for VIG was 115,153 shares, with a very low Days to Cover ratio of 0.18 days.3 This suggests minimal short-selling pressure on the ETF.
Analyzing these data points can provide a comprehensive understanding of VIG's current state and how it aligns with its dividend appreciation objective. For real-time data, detailed holdings, and more in-depth institutional ownership analysis, the Fintel VIG page is an invaluable resource.
