Best Performing Index Funds YTD 2024

Here’s an updated list of some of the best-performing index funds in 2024, along with their Year-to-Date (YTD) returns as of October 2024.

Index funds are a great way to get started investing.

1. Vanguard 500 Index Fund (VFIAX)

• Tracks: S&P 500
• Expense Ratio: 0.04%
• YTD Return (2024): ~12.3%
• Minimum Investment: $3,000
  This fund closely tracks the S&P 500, reflecting the performance of large-cap U.S. companies.

2. Schwab S&P 500 Index Fund (SWPPX)

• Tracks: S&P 500
• Expense Ratio: 0.02%
• YTD Return (2024): ~12.4%
• Minimum Investment: None
  With a low expense ratio, this fund provides excellent exposure to the S&P 500 with no minimum investment requirement.

3. Fidelity ZERO Large Cap Index Fund (FNILX)

• Tracks: Fidelity U.S. Large Cap Index (similar to S&P 500)
• Expense Ratio: 0.00%
• YTD Return (2024): ~12.5%
• Minimum Investment: None
  This fund has no expense ratio and tracks a similar index to the S&P 500, making it attractive for cost-conscious investors.

4. Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund (VTSAX)

• Tracks: CRSP U.S. Total Market Index
• Expense Ratio: 0.04%
• YTD Return (2024): ~11.7%
• Minimum Investment: $3,000
  This fund offers exposure to the entire U.S. stock market, including sma