- What does VWICX invest in?
- This actively managed fund provides comprehensive exposure to companies operating in both established and developing international markets, outside of the United States. Its holdings are strategically diversified across a broad spectrum of industries. The fund's professional managers seek to build a balanced portfolio by combining growth-oriented and value-oriented investment styles, positioning it as a foundational component for investors building a globally diversified allocation. Due to its concentration in non-U.S. equities, this investment vehicle may experience greater price fluctuations compared to a fund focused solely on domestic stocks. It offers an appealing solution for investors who desire a single, expertly managed fund to gain broad access to international developed and emerging stock markets.
- What is the expense ratio of VWICX?
- Vanguard International Core Stock Fund Investor Shares (VWICX) charges an expense ratio of 0.47%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.
- How big is VWICX?
- Vanguard International Core Stock Fund Investor Shares (VWICX) manages $10.40B 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 VWICX actively managed or an index fund?
- VWICX is actively managed — the manager selects holdings rather than tracking an index. Active funds typically charge higher expense ratios than index funds (VWICX's is 0.47%) in exchange for the discretion to over- or under-weight positions.
- When was VWICX launched?
- Vanguard International Core Stock Fund Investor Shares (VWICX) launched in October 2019 and is managed by Vanguard.
- How has VWICX performed?
- VWICX'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.
