- What does VSCGX invest in?
- Vanguard's LifeStrategy funds offer a series of diverse and economical investment vehicles, each employing a consistent, index-based asset allocation strategy. These funds are designed to potentially serve as a comprehensive portfolio solution on their own, with four distinct options catering to various risk profiles. Specifically, the Vanguard LifeStrategy Conservative Growth Fund aims to generate a steady stream of income alongside modest capital appreciation. Its portfolio maintains a 60% allocation to fixed-income securities, which includes a segment dedicated to international bonds, and a 40% allocation to equities, also incorporating global stocks. This fund is well-suited for investors with an extended time horizon who can comfortably accept slight fluctuations in its value and are prepared for the inherent market volatility associated with both equity and fixed-income assets. Important Note: Like all investments of this nature, the LifeStrategy funds are subject to the risks of their constituent holdings. Please be aware of a forthcoming name change: As of May 12, 2026, the fund will be rebranded as the "Vanguard LifeStrategy 40/60 Fund." This alteration is purely administrative, and the fund's investment objective, strategies, and core policies will remain unchanged.
- What is the expense ratio of VSCGX?
- Vanguard LifeStrategy Conservative Growth Fund (VSCGX) charges an expense ratio of 0.10%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.
- What is VSCGX's dividend yield?
- VSCGX's trailing-twelve-month yield is 5.32%, calculated from the sum of dividends over the past year divided by the current price.
- How big is VSCGX?
- Vanguard LifeStrategy Conservative Growth Fund (VSCGX) manages $11.30B 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 VSCGX actively managed or an index fund?
- VSCGX's management style is described in the fund's prospectus. See the description on the Summary tab for the published strategy.
- When was VSCGX launched?
- Vanguard LifeStrategy Conservative Growth Fund (VSCGX) launched in September 1994 and is managed by Vanguard.
