Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund Admiral Shares

Frequently Asked Questions About VTIAX

What does VTIAX invest in?

This fund provides investors with an economical way to achieve broad stock market exposure across established and developing international economies. Its objective is to mirror the performance of equity markets worldwide, specifically excluding those in the United States. Given its exclusive focus on non-U.S. stocks, which span both developed and emerging regions, the fund may exhibit greater price fluctuations than a fund concentrated solely on the domestic market. It serves as an appealing option for long-term investors seeking to incorporate a comprehensive and diversified international equity allocation into their portfolio.

What is the expense ratio of VTIAX?

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

How big is VTIAX?

Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund Admiral Shares (VTIAX) manages $646.20B 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 VTIAX actively managed or an index fund?

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

When was VTIAX launched?

Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund Admiral Shares (VTIAX) launched in November 2010 and is managed by Vanguard.

How has VTIAX performed?

VTIAX'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.