Vanguard International Explorer Fund Investor Shares (VINEX)
| Fund Assets | 1.59B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.46% |
| Min. Investment | $3,000 |
| Turnover | 92.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.84 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.89% |
| Dividend Growth | 23.34% |
| Payout Frequency | Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 17, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 21.69 |
| YTD Return | 9.05% |
| 1-Year Return | 15.92% |
| 5-Year Return | 16.31% |
| 52-Week Low | 19.42 |
| 52-Week High | 22.42 |
| Beta (5Y) | 0.93 |
| Holdings | 333 |
| Inception Date | Nov 4, 1996 |
About VINEX
This fund aims to identify rapidly growing small-capitalization companies expected to surpass overall market performance. It primarily allocates capital to developed European and Pacific economies, with a smaller portion directed toward emerging markets. The portfolio demonstrates substantial diversification, encompassing more than 300 individual stocks across over two dozen nations. Investors should be aware that, in addition to the standard risks inherent in stock markets, investment strategies, and management, the fund also faces challenges related to currency exchange rates and country-specific factors. Moreover, its emphasis on smaller companies suggests a potential for increased price volatility, as these firms typically exhibit greater instability compared to larger corporations. This investment option may be particularly suitable for long-term investors looking to enhance an already diversified global portfolio.
Performance
VINEX had a total return of 15.92% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 8.25%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIQJX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Intl Sm Cap Opps Z | 0.88% |
| FSTSX | Fidelity | Fidelity Series International Small Cap Fund | 0.01% |
| FOPTX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Intl Sm Cap Opps M | 1.51% |
| FOPCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Intl Sm Cap Opps C | 2.01% |
| FOPAX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Intl Sm Cap Opps A | 1.26% |
Top 10 Holdings
12.47% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Vanguard Cmt Funds-Vanguard Market Liquidity Fund - Vanguard Market Liquidity Fund | n/a | 2.56% |
| Vanguard Cmt Funds-Vanguard Market Liquidity Fund - Vanguard Market Liquidity Fund | n/a | 1.80% |
| Arcadis NV | ARCAD | 1.45% |
| iShares MSCI EAFE Small-Cap ETF | SCZ | 1.30% |
| BAWAG Group AG | BG | 1.04% |
| Chroma ATE Inc. | 2360 | 0.99% |
| MISUMI Group Inc. | 9962 | 0.95% |
| Mebuki Financial Group,Inc. | 7167 | 0.83% |
| Unimicron Technology Corp. | 3037 | 0.77% |
| Kokusai Electric Corporation | 6525 | 0.77% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 17, 2025 | $0.8428 | Dec 18, 2025 |
| Dec 18, 2024 | $0.6833 | Dec 19, 2024 |
| Dec 15, 2023 | $0.4209 | Dec 18, 2023 |
| Dec 19, 2022 | $0.264 | Dec 20, 2022 |
| Dec 20, 2021 | $1.0216 | Dec 21, 2021 |
| Dec 21, 2020 | $0.2161 | Dec 22, 2020 |