Why the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF return does not match S&P returns?

Hi Monkeys,

I might be asking a rookie question, but why the share price change of Vanguard S&P 500 ETF denomianted in GBP does not match S&P 500 price change?

I understand that there could be some tracking error over time, but looking at L6M, the two seem to differ quite a bit.

Understand that there are 3 other issues at play, (1) ETF has different time of tradining within the day compared to S&P (NYSE opens at 14:30 UK), (2) There could be some effects due to FX, although I would assume Vanugard hedges for that, (3) ETF price will differ from its NAV due to demand/supply for ETF shares, but overall it should be insignificant from my understanding.

Would apprieciate your help on this, as I am new to personal finances and investing.

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