- What does VGELX invest in?
- This actively managed, low-cost fund offers investors a way to participate in the energy sector, both domestically and internationally. It focuses on companies primarily engaged in various energy-related operations, including the production and transmission of energy or fuels, the manufacturing of necessary components, energy research, and initiatives for energy conservation or pollution control. The fund maintains the option to allocate up to 100% of its assets to foreign securities, which tend to exhibit greater price fluctuations than U.S. holdings. Given the inherent volatility of the sector, annual returns may differ substantially. Consequently, this fund is best viewed as a supplementary component within a broader, diversified portfolio, particularly for those with a long-term investment outlook. Please note that effective May 12, 2026, the fund's name will transition from the Vanguard Energy Fund to the Vanguard Energy Opportunities Fund; however, its investment objectives, strategies, and policies will remain unchanged.
- What is the expense ratio of VGELX?
- Vanguard Energy Fund Admiral Shares (VGELX) charges an expense ratio of 0.37%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.
- How big is VGELX?
- Vanguard Energy Fund Admiral Shares (VGELX) manages $7.30B 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 VGELX actively managed or an index fund?
- VGELX is actively managed — the manager selects holdings rather than tracking an index. Active funds typically charge higher expense ratios than index funds (VGELX's is 0.37%) in exchange for the discretion to over- or under-weight positions.
- When was VGELX launched?
- Vanguard Energy Fund Admiral Shares (VGELX) launched in November 2001 and is managed by Vanguard.
- How has VGELX performed?
- VGELX'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.
