This Vanguard ETF Has Weathered Every Recession in Its History

The Vanguard Consumer Staples ETF (VDC) has outperformed major market indexes and other Vanguard ETFs during all recessions and bear markets since its launch in January 2004, including the Great Recession, COVID-19 recession, and 2022 bear market. The ETF offers downside protection for investors concerned about economic downturns.