While all ETFs are different, there are two Vanguard funds I personally own and plan to continue buying for decades. An S&P 500 ETF tracks the S&P 500 ( ^GSPC 1.00%), meaning it includes all the stocks within the index. These stocks come from 500 of the largest companies in the U.S. across all corners of the market.

In this piece, we’ll check in on some of the more underrated exchange-traded fund (ETF) products that may be worth looking into as the great bull market runs for another year. Undoubtedly, it can pay dividends to go beyond index funds,

Investors have been speculating about which stocks might perform the best in a second Trump administration since the November election, and even before then. Which Vanguard ETF is most likely to soar during Trump's first year back in office?

Tech stocks and growth stocks don't usually correspond with passive income. Companies that are growing their earnings can afford to boost their payouts. This ETF's focus on dividend quality over quantity can be a winning strategy.

Leadership from the top The Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF has just 71 holdings compared to 504 in the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (NYSEMKT: VOO), which mirrors the performance of the S&P 500. A greater concentration in the largest growth stocks by market cap results in far higher weightings in Magnificent Seven stocks.

Bond market conditions look challenging, but these ETFs offer a combination of healthy yield, upside potential and managed risk.

Creating a well-diversified portfolio through individual stock selection requires extensive research, constant monitoring, and significant time commitment. Low-cost exchange-traded funds (ETFs) offer a simpler path to diversification and staying invested for the long term.