Vanguard Real Estate ETF (NYSEARCA:VNQ) is a fund that primarily invests in the public equity markets of the United States, focusing on companies within the REITs (real estate investment trusts) sector. It pursues a strategy of investing in both growth and value stocks across diverse market capitalizations. Launched on May 13, 1996, Vanguard Real Estate ETF aims to achieve a high level of income and moderate long-term capital appreciation. VNQ has a modest dividend yield of 4.3%.