About VVILX
Vulcan Value Partners Fund Institutional Class is an actively managed mutual fund focused on achieving long-term capital appreciation by investing predominantly in publicly traded equities considered both undervalued and possessing sustainable competitive advantages. The fund primarily targets large-cap companies, seeking opportunities across various industries and sectors, though it retains the flexibility to invest in small-cap companies as well. Portfolio construction is typically concentrated, with around 33 holdings as of the latest reporting, and a core position averaging 5% of the portfolio, enabling meaningful exposure to each investment.
Vulcan Value Partners Fund emphasizes a disciplined, value-oriented approach—only acquiring businesses trading below the fund’s internal estimates of fair value. This strategy aims to build a diversified, yet focused collection of quality companies with strong fundamentals and resilient business models. With an inception date in late 2009, the fund uses the Russell 1000 Value Index as its primary benchmark, highlighting its alignment with large-cap value investing. The fund’s notable holdings span healthcare, technology, financials, and consumer sectors, and its characteristics include a high active share and moderate portfolio turnover, signaling a commitment to differentiated stock selection and long-term investment horizons.
Fund Family Vulcan Value Partners
Category Large Blend
Performance Rating Low
Risk Rating High
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol VVILX
Share Class Institutional Class Shares
Index Russell 1000 Value TR
VVILX had a total return of -2.85% in the past year, including dividends.
Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 7.67%.
