- What does VEIGX invest in?
- This actively managed fund is designed to strategically invest in a focused collection of mid-to-large-capitalization companies from around the globe. It prioritizes businesses demonstrating both strong financial efficiency and exceptional environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards. The fund's advisor utilizes unique, in-house investment and ESG research to meticulously construct a concentrated portfolio, typically holding between 35 and 45 stocks, which are intended for extended ownership. Additionally, the advisor actively engages with corporate leadership and participates in proxy voting to influence company practices. This offering is ideal for investors seeking exposure to companies identified by Wellington as leaders in ESG performance.
- What is the expense ratio of VEIGX?
- Vanguard Global ESG Select Stock Fund Investor Shares (VEIGX) charges an expense ratio of 0.54%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.
- How big is VEIGX?
- Vanguard Global ESG Select Stock Fund Investor Shares (VEIGX) manages $1.60B 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 VEIGX actively managed or an index fund?
- VEIGX is actively managed — the manager selects holdings rather than tracking an index. Active funds typically charge higher expense ratios than index funds (VEIGX's is 0.54%) in exchange for the discretion to over- or under-weight positions.
- When was VEIGX launched?
- Vanguard Global ESG Select Stock Fund Investor Shares (VEIGX) launched in June 2019 and is managed by Vanguard.
- How has VEIGX performed?
- VEIGX'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.
