5 Best Vanguard Funds to Buy for Retirees

3. Vanguard 500 Index Fund ETF (NYSE:VOO)

5-Year Performance as of September 14: 54.80%

The Vanguard 500 Index Fund ETF (NYSE:VOO) mirrors the S&P 500 index’s performance, making it a prime choice for diversifying your investment portfolio and pursuing long-term investment goals. This ETF grants access to 500 of the leading US companies, including Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL), Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT), NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA), Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:META), Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM), and Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG).