Vanguard PRIMECAP Inv (VPMCX)
| Fund Assets | 91.99B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.35% |
| Min. Investment | $3,000 |
| Turnover | 11.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 29.21 |
| Dividend Yield | 12.66% |
| Dividend Growth | 174.53% |
| Payout Frequency | Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 17, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 232.97 |
| YTD Return | 26.94% |
| 1-Year Return | 54.34% |
| 5-Year Return | 110.41% |
| 52-Week Low | 168.06 |
| 52-Week High | 232.97 |
| Beta (5Y) | 1.04 |
| Holdings | 170 |
| Inception Date | Nov 1, 1984 |
About VPMCX
This growth-oriented fund primarily invests in large and mid-sized companies, operating with a long-term outlook, exceptionally low portfolio turnover, and a time-tested investment approach. Established in 1984, PRIMECAP Management Company, the fund's advisor, employs a unique strategy where several portfolio managers independently oversee distinct segments of the portfolio. This multi-manager structure is designed to promote a variety of investment viewpoints. A key risk factor is the fund's potential for significant concentration in a handful of sectors, most notably technology and health care. This sectoral focus can lead to considerable short-term performance fluctuations, particularly when these industries experience strong rallies or downturns. Investors seeking to enhance an already diversified portfolio, and who possess a long-term investment horizon, may find this fund suitable as a supplementary holding.
Performance
VPMCX had a total return of 54.34% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 15.25%.
Equivalent Funds
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Other Share Classes
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| Symbol | Share Class | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|
| VPMAX | Admiral Shares | 0.27% |
Top 10 Holdings
36.23% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Eli Lilly and Company | LLY | 6.92% |
| Micron Technology, Inc. | MU | 5.94% |
| Alphabet Inc. | GOOGL | 3.79% |
| AstraZeneca PLC | AZN | 3.27% |
| KLA Corporation | KLAC | 3.02% |
| Intel Corporation | INTC | 2.85% |
| NVIDIA Corporation | NVDA | 2.71% |
| Amgen Inc. | AMGN | 2.68% |
| FedEx Corporation | FDX | 2.64% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | AMZN | 2.40% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 17, 2025 | $29.20652 | Dec 18, 2025 |
| Dec 18, 2024 | $10.63887 | Dec 19, 2024 |
| Dec 19, 2023 | $10.80759 | Dec 20, 2023 |
| Dec 19, 2022 | $12.43852 | Dec 20, 2022 |
| Dec 20, 2021 | $16.4863 | Dec 21, 2021 |
| Dec 21, 2020 | $14.4569 | Dec 22, 2020 |