Vanguard Tax-Managed Capital Appreciation Fund Admiral Shares

Frequently Asked Questions About VTCLX

What does VTCLX invest in?

This offering from Vanguard's suite of tax-optimized funds provides investors with exposure to U.S. equities, specifically targeting mid- and large-capitalization companies. It employs an index-replication strategy, striving to mirror its benchmark while actively seeking to suppress taxable capital gains and dividend payouts by selectively acquiring lower-dividend-paying stocks within the index. A notable risk for investors is the fund's allocation to mid-cap stocks, a segment typically prone to higher volatility than large-capitalization securities. This fund is generally suited for sophisticated investors in elevated tax brackets who possess a long-term investment horizon of at least five years and a robust appetite for risk, serving as a potential enhancement to a diversified investment strategy. However, it is crucial to recognize that the fund might not always achieve its intended tax-efficiency objective. Furthermore, specific investment limitations apply to three-quarters of its assets: it cannot acquire over 10% of any single issuer's outstanding voting shares, nor can more than 5% of the fund's total assets be allocated to one issuer's securities. These restrictions are waived if necessary to accurately track its target index and do not apply to investments in U.S. government debt instruments.

What is the expense ratio of VTCLX?

Vanguard Tax-Managed Capital Appreciation Fund Admiral Shares (VTCLX) charges an expense ratio of 0.05%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

How big is VTCLX?

Vanguard Tax-Managed Capital Appreciation Fund Admiral Shares (VTCLX) manages $30.20B 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 VTCLX actively managed or an index fund?

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

When was VTCLX launched?

Vanguard Tax-Managed Capital Appreciation Fund Admiral Shares (VTCLX) launched in September 1994 and is managed by Vanguard.

How has VTCLX performed?

VTCLX'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.