Vanguard Global Wellesley Income Fund Investor Shares

Frequently Asked Questions About VGWIX

What does VGWIX invest in?

This income-focused balanced fund strategically diversifies investments across U.S. and international stocks as well as high-quality bonds. Uniquely, for a balanced portfolio, it allocates a significant portion—roughly two-thirds—to bonds, with the remaining one-third invested in equities. Given its global reach, investors should be aware of potential currency and country-specific risks. The fund's equity strategy centers on companies that have historically paid above-average dividends or are expected to increase their payouts. This specific approach aims to generate a more substantial quarterly income distribution compared to balanced funds without such an income emphasis. It is particularly well-suited for long-term investors seeking a steady income stream who are also comfortable with modest fluctuations in share price.

What is the expense ratio of VGWIX?

Vanguard Global Wellesley Income Fund Investor Shares (VGWIX) charges an expense ratio of 0.43%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

What is VGWIX's dividend yield?

VGWIX's trailing-twelve-month yield is 3.80%, calculated from the sum of dividends over the past year divided by the current price.

How big is VGWIX?

Vanguard Global Wellesley Income Fund Investor Shares (VGWIX) manages $741.2M 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 VGWIX actively managed or an index fund?

VGWIX is actively managed: the manager selects holdings rather than tracking an index. Active funds typically charge higher expense ratios than index funds (VGWIX's is 0.43%) in exchange for the discretion to over- or under-weight positions.

When was VGWIX launched?

Vanguard Global Wellesley Income Fund Investor Shares (VGWIX) launched in November 2017 and is managed by Vanguard.