Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund Institutional Plus Shares

Frequently Asked Questions About VTPSX

What does VTPSX invest in?

This fund presents an economical pathway for investors to gain exposure to equity markets across both established and developing international economies. It tracks global stock markets, deliberately omitting those within the United States, by allocating its investments solely to non-U.S. shares, encompassing both developed and emerging regions. Given its focus on foreign equities, this offering may demonstrate higher price fluctuations when compared to a domestic-only fund. It stands as a suitable choice for long-term investors aiming to diversify their portfolios with a comprehensive international stock allocation.

What is the expense ratio of VTPSX?

Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund Institutional Plus Shares (VTPSX) charges an expense ratio of 0.05%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

How big is VTPSX?

Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund Institutional Plus Shares (VTPSX) manages $651.00B 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 VTPSX actively managed or an index fund?

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

When was VTPSX launched?

Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund Institutional Plus Shares (VTPSX) launched in November 2010 and is managed by Vanguard.

How has VTPSX performed?

VTPSX'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.