Vanguard Energy Index Fund Admiral Shares

Frequently Asked Questions About VENAX

What does VENAX invest in?

This cost-effective index fund grants investors access to the U.S. equity market's energy industry, focusing on companies involved in the discovery and production of energy resources such as crude oil and natural gas. Its primary risk stems from this concentrated scope, as it exclusively holds stocks within the energy sector. Investors should anticipate substantial price volatility, making it most suitable as a minor allocation within an already well-diversified investment portfolio.

What is the expense ratio of VENAX?

Vanguard Energy Index Fund Admiral Shares (VENAX) charges an expense ratio of 0.09%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

How big is VENAX?

Vanguard Energy Index Fund Admiral Shares (VENAX) manages $12.70B 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 VENAX actively managed or an index fund?

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

When was VENAX launched?

Vanguard Energy Index Fund Admiral Shares (VENAX) launched in October 2004 and is managed by Vanguard.

How has VENAX performed?

VENAX'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.