Vanguard Information Technology Index Fund Admiral Shares

Frequently Asked Questions About VITAX

What does VITAX invest in?

This affordably priced index fund offers targeted access to the American technology sector. It primarily focuses on companies supporting the electronics and computer industries, or those developing products rooted in advanced scientific applications. The principal risk of this fund lies in its concentrated nature, as it invests exclusively in information technology stocks. Investors should, therefore, anticipate significant price volatility. It is best considered as a small, supplementary component within an already well-diversified overall investment portfolio.

What is the expense ratio of VITAX?

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

How big is VITAX?

Vanguard Information Technology Index Fund Admiral Shares (VITAX) manages $169.20B 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 VITAX actively managed or an index fund?

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

When was VITAX launched?

Vanguard Information Technology Index Fund Admiral Shares (VITAX) launched in March 2004 and is managed by Vanguard.

How has VITAX performed?

VITAX'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.