Contrarian Take: Vanguard's 3 Worst-Performing Equity ETFs in 2026 Are All Buys in March

2026-03-09 09:20:00 ET

What a difference a calendar year can make. Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) with outsize exposure to growth stocks crushed the S&P 500 over the past few years. But so far this year, it's the sectors with heavy assets -- such as energy and materials -- that are producing the best gains .

Mutual fund giant Vanguard offers 65 low-cost equity-focused ETFs. The three worst-performing year to date are the Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF (NYSEMKT: MGK) , the Vanguard Growth ETF (NYSEMKT: VUG) , and the Vanguard Financials ETF (NYSEMKT: VFH).

Here's why all three ETFs are falling, and why they are excellent buys in March.

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