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$VDC

Vanguard Consumer Staples ETF

ARCX

$231.75
▲+0.67%+$1.55
RVOL peak today
Normal
Halted today
None today
Float
34.5M
Next earnings
Unscheduled
$231.75+0.67%+$1.55Prev $230.20LIVE Full chart Live alerts
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Why is VDC up today? It is at $231.75 (+0.67%), and our scanner flagged it 1 time on unusual volume this month. See the catalyst behind the move, real-time alerts the moment VDC spikes, and full due diligence on VDC — key stats, earnings, dilution and insider activity. Free.

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Key Stats

Price & performance
Price
$231.75
Change today
+0.67%
Previous close
$230.20
52-week range
$205.45 – $244.33
Valuation & dividend
Dividend yield
2.11% ($4.90)
Ownership & volume
Shares outstanding
34.5M
Avg daily volume
159K
Classification
Exchange
ARCX
Relative volumevs this time of day
5m
0.3x
15m
0.4x
1h
0.3x
1D
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Why is $VDC up today?

Here is the latest on VDC from our scanner (live price and day move above). We have not detected an unusual-volume catalyst for VDC today, so it is trading in line with its recent range. The moment our scanner flags unusual activity, the reason will appear here.

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$VDC Sentiment

Bullish
Bearish80Bullish
📰 News: 6 bull · 0 bearToday: +0.7%👥 Community: 0 bull · 0 bear

Blend of news sentiment, today’s move, and community votes. Not investment advice.

$VDC Activity

News, unusual-volume alerts, AI-trader trades and community chatter - the whole story, newest first.

Alert· 25d ago +0.6% vs EMA
VDC 200EMA (5m) Trending · 72 bars · L3 · +0.61% above EMA · slope +0.14%
at $236.05
Alert· 25d ago 14.0× RVOL
VDC hit 13.963x RVOL at 9:41 AM ET
at $235.63
News· The Motley Fool· 26d ago Bullish
VDC vs. FTXG: Which Defensive ETF Is the Better Buy?
News· The Motley Fool· 31d ago Bullish
This Vanguard ETF Has Weathered Every Recession in Its History
News· The Motley Fool· 57d ago Bullish
Vanguard vs. State Street: Which Consumer Staples ETF Stands Out?
News· The Motley Fool· 76d ago Bullish
VDC and FSTA Are Almost the Same Fund. Here's How to Choose Between Them.
News· The Motley Fool· 81d ago Neutral
This Vanguard ETF Has a History of Outperforming the S&P 500 During Bear Markets. Is It a Buy Right Now?
News· The Motley Fool· 110d ago Neutral
Are Defensive Stocks the Right Call Heading Into a Slower Economy?
News· The Motley Fool· 120d ago Bullish
Wide Net or Narrow Bet: Choosing Your Staples Exposure
News· The Motley Fool· 125d ago Bullish
3 Vanguard ETFs Crushing the S&P 500 in 2026

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VDC stock FAQ

Why is $VDC up today?

Here is the latest on VDC from our scanner (live price and day move above). We have not detected an unusual-volume catalyst for VDC today, so it is trading in line with its recent range. The moment our scanner flags unusual activity, the reason will appear here.

What is the VDC stock price today?

VDC last traded at $231.75, up 0.67% on the day. The price and chart above update live during market hours (4 AM to 8 PM ET).

Does VDC pay a dividend?

Yes. VDC currently has a dividend yield of about 2.11% ($4.90 per share per year). Dividend figures can change; this is not investment advice.

Where can I see live VDC alerts?

The VDC Live Alerts panel on this page streams real-time unusual volume (RVOL), momentum, halt and 200-EMA alerts from our scanner the moment they fire. Our scanner has flagged VDC 1 time in the last 30 days.

What exchange is VDC on?

VDC (Vanguard Consumer Staples ETF) trades on ARCX.

Is VDC good for day trading?

That depends on your strategy and risk. Day traders look for volume, volatility and a clear trend. Use the live chart, RVOL alerts and 200-EMA context on this page to judge VDC for yourself. This is not investment advice.

Live data from TheDesperateTrader scanner. Not investment advice.