- What does VDEQX invest in?
- The Vanguard Diversified Equity Fund allocates its capital across six distinct Vanguard equity portfolios, providing broad and thorough access to the U.S. stock market. Each of these underlying components is actively managed and follows a unique investment strategy. Together, they aim to cover the entire range of investment styles and company sizes, from growth to value approaches, and encompassing small, mid, and large-capitalization companies. Although this varied collection of investment approaches offers diversification benefits, it inherently carries risks. A principal risk factor is the fund's direct and full exposure to the stock market itself. Therefore, individuals considering this investment should be prepared for a long-term commitment, as it can experience significant fluctuations and instability over shorter periods.
- What is the expense ratio of VDEQX?
- Vanguard Diversified Equity Fund (VDEQX) charges an expense ratio of 0.35%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.
- How big is VDEQX?
- Vanguard Diversified Equity Fund (VDEQX) manages $2.60B in total assets. AUM determines bid-ask liquidity and the fund's vulnerability to closure — funds below ~$50M are at higher risk of liquidation.
- Is VDEQX actively managed or an index fund?
- VDEQX is actively managed — the manager selects holdings rather than tracking an index. Active funds typically charge higher expense ratios than index funds (VDEQX's is 0.35%) in exchange for the discretion to over- or under-weight positions.
- When was VDEQX launched?
- Vanguard Diversified Equity Fund (VDEQX) launched in June 2005 and is managed by Vanguard.
- How has VDEQX performed?
- VDEQX's total return — price change plus reinvested distributions — is charted at the top of this page. Switch the price chart to Total Return and pick a 1-year, 3-year, 5-year, or 10-year window to read the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over each horizon.
