This exchange-traded fund primarily invests in the equity of Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs). These are entities that acquire, own, and manage a diverse portfolio of income-producing real estate, including commercial properties like office buildings and hotels. The fund's main objective is to closely replicate the investment performance of the MSCI US Investable Market Real Estate 25/50 Index. While offering substantial potential for investment income and some capital appreciation, its share price tends to exhibit greater volatility compared to funds concentrated in bonds. It serves as a valuable tool for investors seeking to broaden their portfolio's asset allocation and potentially reduce overall risk by adding exposure beyond traditional stocks and bonds.

Welltower Inc.

Prologis, Inc.

Equinix, Inc.

American Tower Corporation

Simon Property Group, Inc.

Digital Realty Trust, Inc.

Realty Income Corporation

Public Storage

Ventas, Inc.

CBRE Group, Inc.

Real Estate

Cash & Others

Communication Services

Energy

Industrials

Consumer Cyclical

Vanguard Real Estate Index Fund ETF Shares

VNQ Holdings & Sector Breakdown