SPY vs VOO: The Difference That Decides Which ETF Wins in 2026

In this video, I break down the difference between SPY and VOO to help you decide which S&P 500 ETF is right for your portfolio.

Everyone tells you to buy the S&P 500… but when you go to invest, you realize you have two main choices: SPY and VOO. They track the same index — so what’s the real difference, and which one is better for you?

What you’ll learn:
• Why SPY is better for traders, but VOO is better for long‑term investors
• The hidden cost differences (expense ratios) explained simply
• Which fund actually puts more money in your pocket over 10 years

Not financial advice. Always DYOR. Past performance ≠ future results.

Timestamps:
0:00 – The $10k S&P 500 showdown (SPY vs VOO)
0:45 – Why these 4 ETFs dominate (SPY, VOO, IVV, SPLG)
2:00 – Expense ratio battle: who’s cheapest?
3:30 – Liquidity & trading costs
5:00 – Tracking error: how closely they follow the S&P 500
6:30 – Dividend yield & tax efficiency
8:00 – $10k invested: 5‑year & 10‑year projections
9:30 – Hidden risks most people miss
10:30 – The clear winner for 2026
11:30 – Your action plan

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► Vanguard (VOO home): https://investor.vanguard.com
► Free ETF comparison tool: https://www.etf.com/etfanalytics

Sources: StockAnalysis.com, TradingView.com, NerdWallet.com, ETFdb.com, Morningstar.com, MarketWatch.com, MarketBeat.com, ETFcentral.com, Tickeron.com, BestETF.net

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