About VFWPX
Vanguard FTSE All-World ex-US Index Fund Institutional Plus Shares is a passively managed mutual fund designed to provide comprehensive exposure to equity markets outside the United States. The fund seeks to replicate the performance of the FTSE All-World ex US Index, encompassing a broad universe of both developed and emerging market stocks. Employing a full-replication strategy, the portfolio includes thousands of mid- and large-cap companies across various sectors, with leading holdings in industries such as technology, healthcare, consumer goods, and financial services. Notably, its largest positions typically represent less than 3% of the portfolio each, supporting strong diversification. The fund is characterized by a low expense ratio and a relatively high allocation to emerging markets compared to its peers, enhancing its representation of global equity returns. By maintaining a market-cap-weighted approach, the fund continuously adjusts its holdings to reflect global market dynamics, making it a vital vehicle for institutional investors seeking diversified, low-cost international equity exposure.
Fund Family Vanguard
Category Foreign Large Blend
Performance Rating Above Average
Risk Rating Below Average
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol VFWPX
Share Class Institutional Plus Shares
Index FTSE All World ex USA TR
VFWPX had a total return of 34.81% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's
inception, the average annual return has been 9.88%.
