- What are the top holdings of VGHCX?
- A machine-readable holdings disclosure for Vanguard Health Care Fund Investor Shares (VGHCX) is not available from our data sources — fund families sometimes register portfolio filings under a sibling share class or outside the SEC's structured datasets. Rather than estimate, we leave the section blank; the issuer's website carries the authoritative portfolio list.
- What sectors does VGHCX invest in?
- Vanguard Health Care Fund Investor Shares (VGHCX) allocates across the sectors shown above. The largest exposure tops the list; the rest follow in descending weight order.
- What sector is VGHCX most exposed to?
- VGHCX's full sector breakdown is on the Sectors tab. The largest sector weight is shown there along with the rest of the allocation.
- Is VGHCX a US-only fund?
- The country allocation card on this page shows VGHCX's geographic exposure. Funds with > 95% US weight are effectively US-only; international or global funds will show meaningful weights across multiple countries.
- What does VGHCX invest in?
- For over a quarter-century, this actively managed fund has provided investors with an economical way to access a diverse range of companies operating within the global healthcare industry. Its holdings span various segments, including pharmaceutical developers, medical equipment manufacturers, and groundbreaking research institutions. Compared to other healthcare-focused funds, it generally boasts broader international exposure and tends to have a more stable portfolio with less frequent trading. However, a key consideration for investors is its specialized concentration, as all investments are exclusively confined to the healthcare sector. Given that yearly performance can fluctuate considerably, this fund is best suited as a supplementary component within a broader, well-rounded investment portfolio, especially for those with a long-term outlook.
