Vanguard Emerging Markets Stock Index Fund Institutional Plus Shares

Frequently Asked Questions About VEMRX

What does VEMRX invest in?

This fund provides an affordable avenue for investors to gain exposure to equity markets in developing economies. While shares from emerging nations typically exhibit more pronounced volatility compared to those in established markets, this characteristic often accompanies the possibility of greater long-term gains. Nevertheless, such investments carry intrinsic risks, notably those tied to foreign exchange rates and geopolitical shifts. This fund is a strong consideration for patient investors with a higher risk tolerance aiming to broaden their international holdings. Regarding 75% of its overall assets, the fund operates under particular investment limitations: it cannot purchase over ten percent of the voting shares of any one company, nor can it allocate more than five percent of its total assets to any single issuer's securities as a result of a purchase, unless such action is required to closely mirror the composition of its benchmark index. However, these stipulations do not extend to debt instruments issued by the U.S. government or its associated entities.

What is the expense ratio of VEMRX?

Vanguard Emerging Markets Stock Index Fund Institutional Plus Shares (VEMRX) charges an expense ratio of 0.05%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

How big is VEMRX?

Vanguard Emerging Markets Stock Index Fund Institutional Plus Shares (VEMRX) manages $168.50B 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 VEMRX actively managed or an index fund?

VEMRX's management style is described in the fund's prospectus. See the description on the Summary tab for the published strategy.

When was VEMRX launched?

Vanguard Emerging Markets Stock Index Fund Institutional Plus Shares (VEMRX) launched in December 2010 and is managed by Vanguard.

How has VEMRX performed?

VEMRX'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.