If You'd Invested $5,000 in the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO) a Decade Ago, Here's What You'd Have Today

A $5,000 investment in the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO) a decade ago would have grown to nearly $21,000, representing 15.4% average annual returns. However, the article cautions that historical S&P 500 returns average around 10% annually, and investors should not expect similar performance going forward. Despite potential market corrections, long-term investors who maintain their positions for 5-10+ years have historically seen the market recover and reach new highs.