Better Energy Sector ETF: Vanguard's VDE Targeting Traditional Oil and Gas Giants vs. Invesco's Solar-Focused TAN
Vanguard's VDE energy ETF significantly outperforms Invesco's TAN solar ETF with a 46.8% one-year return versus 6.7%, while offering lower fees (0.09% vs 0.7%), higher dividend yield (2.3%), and lower volatility. VDE is recommended for long-term investors seeking broad energy exposure, while TAN appeals to those betting on renewable energy growth driven by AI demand for clean electricity.