- What does VIHAX invest in?
- This Vanguard offering provides an economical avenue for investors to gain exposure to global corporations projected to deliver superior dividend payouts. Its objective is to mirror a market capitalization-weighted index composed of equities from both developed and emerging nations located beyond the United States. Given its investment in foreign stocks, this fund typically experiences greater price volatility than a domestic counterpart. Moreover, its inclination towards mature, higher-yielding companies with slower growth potential may result in less robust total returns during periods of significant market upswings. Therefore, this income-centric fund is well-suited for individuals with a long-term investment horizon who are comfortable with potential stock market fluctuations.
- What is the expense ratio of VIHAX?
- Vanguard International High Dividend Yield Index Fund Admiral Shares (VIHAX) charges an expense ratio of 0.16%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.
- What is VIHAX's dividend yield?
- VIHAX's trailing-twelve-month yield is 3.50%, calculated from the sum of dividends over the past year divided by the current price.
- How big is VIHAX?
- Vanguard International High Dividend Yield Index Fund Admiral Shares (VIHAX) manages $20.40B 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 VIHAX actively managed or an index fund?
- VIHAX's management style is described in the fund's prospectus. See the description on the Summary tab for the published strategy.
- When was VIHAX launched?
- Vanguard International High Dividend Yield Index Fund Admiral Shares (VIHAX) launched in March 2016 and is managed by Vanguard.
