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VO's 200% Ten-Year Return Benefits Roth IRA Holders

Vanguard's Mid-Cap ETF (VO) achieved a ten-year return of 200.7%, suggesting that a $500,000 investment could grow to $1.5 million, exempt from capital gains taxes in a Roth IRA. The fund has a projected 2025 dividend of $4.42 per share, which incurs taxes if held outside of a Roth. VO closed at approximately $81 on July 6, 2026, reflecting a 14.1% increase over the past year and a 35.9% rise in five years. This information is significant for investors as it illustrates the tax advantages of holding VO in a Roth IRA versus a taxable account.