Vanguard Total World Stock Index Fund Institutional Shares

Frequently Asked Questions About VTWIX

What does VTWIX invest in?

The Vanguard Total World Stock Index Fund (VTWIX) offers investors an economical pathway to participate in equity markets across the entire globe. This includes companies based in the United States, established international economies, and developing emerging markets. While providing broad diversification, the fund is subject to the usual fluctuations of stock market investing, as well as the potential impact of currency exchange rate shifts and country-specific risks. This fund is ideal for long-term investors seeking comprehensive global stock exposure who are comfortable with the inherent ups and downs of international equity markets.

What is the expense ratio of VTWIX?

Vanguard Total World Stock Index Fund Institutional Shares (VTWIX) charges an expense ratio of 0.07%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

How big is VTWIX?

Vanguard Total World Stock Index Fund Institutional Shares (VTWIX) manages $97.00B 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 VTWIX actively managed or an index fund?

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

When was VTWIX launched?

Vanguard Total World Stock Index Fund Institutional Shares (VTWIX) launched in October 2008 and is managed by Vanguard.

How has VTWIX performed?

VTWIX'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.