Frequently Asked Questions About VWUSX

What does VWUSX invest in?

As Vanguard's most enduring growth offering, this fund primarily targets well-established, leading corporations, often recognized as blue-chip firms, which typically hold dominant positions within their respective industries. The investment professionals managing this fund are confident that these companies possess the capability for consistent earnings expansion and can deliver exceptional long-term returns. The portfolio is predominantly composed of large-capitalization equities. This fund is well-suited for individuals with a long-term investment outlook who desire exposure to significant growth-oriented businesses. It is crucial to understand that the Vanguard U.S. Growth Fund is a distinct entity and is not interchangeable with the Vanguard Wellington U.S. Growth Active ETF (VUSG). Divergent investment methodologies and management teams mean that different investment outcomes are expected for each product.

What is the expense ratio of VWUSX?

Vanguard U.S. Growth Fund Investor Shares (VWUSX) charges an expense ratio of 0.35%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

How big is VWUSX?

Vanguard U.S. Growth Fund Investor Shares (VWUSX) manages $44.20B 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 VWUSX actively managed or an index fund?

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

When was VWUSX launched?

Vanguard U.S. Growth Fund Investor Shares (VWUSX) launched in January 1959 and is managed by Vanguard.

How has VWUSX performed?

VWUSX'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.

VWUSX

Vanguard U.S. Growth Fund Investor Shares

NASDAQ·Asset Management · Financial Services

$75.69$1.95−2.51%

Market closed·Oct 22 4:00 PM EDT

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$75.69−$1.95 (−2.51%)today

−1.33%CAGR −0.27%

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Jan 2, 1985Oct 23, 2021 → Oct 23, 2026· 5.0 yrsOct 23, 2026

Key Metrics

DistributionDividend Tab

Annual Distribution (FWD)$7.06

Distribution Yield (FWD)9.32%

Annual Distribution (TTM)$7.06

Distribution Yield (TTM)9.32%

Distribution Growth (5Y)+22.5%

FrequencyAnnual

Most Recent$7.06

Ex-Dividend DateDec 17

Payment DateDec 18

DiversificationDiversification Tab

Holdings107

Top 10 Weight45.6%

Top 25 Weight66.3%

Effective Holdings29

Sectors11

Largest HoldingNVDA · 11.3%

Largest SectorTechnology · 48.6%

Asset ClassLarge Cap Equity

StrategyThematic

Cost & RiskExpenses Tab

Expense Ratio0.35%

Cost per 10k Invested$35.00

AUM$44.20B

Avg Daily Volume—

Price$75.69

NAV$75.69

Premium / Discount+0.00%

52-Week Range$63.98 – $86.59

Beta1.25

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Issuer: Vanguard
Asset Class: Large Cap Equity
Strategy: Thematic
Inception: January 6, 1959
Fund Type: Mutual Fund
Domicile: US
Currency: USD
ISIN: US9219101055
CUSIP: 921910105
Website: investor.vanguard.com/investment-products/mutual-funds/profile/vwusx

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VWIGX

Vanguard International Growth Fund Investor Shares

Cap

$42.2B

VWILX

Vanguard International Growth Fund Admiral Shares

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Frequently Asked Questions About VWUSX

What does VWUSX invest in?: As Vanguard's most enduring growth offering, this fund primarily targets well-established, leading corporations, often recognized as blue-chip firms, which typically hold dominant positions within their respective industries. The investment professionals managing this fund are confident that these companies possess the capability for consistent earnings expansion and can deliver exceptional long-term returns. The portfolio is predominantly composed of large-capitalization equities. This fund is well-suited for individuals with a long-term investment outlook who desire exposure to significant growth-oriented businesses. It is crucial to understand that the Vanguard U.S. Growth Fund is a distinct entity and is not interchangeable with the Vanguard Wellington U.S. Growth Active ETF (VUSG). Divergent investment methodologies and management teams mean that different investment outcomes are expected for each product.
What is the expense ratio of VWUSX?: Vanguard U.S. Growth Fund Investor Shares (VWUSX) charges an expense ratio of 0.35%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.
How big is VWUSX?: Vanguard U.S. Growth Fund Investor Shares (VWUSX) manages $44.20B 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 VWUSX actively managed or an index fund?: VWUSX's management style is described in the fund's prospectus. See the description on the Summary tab for the published strategy.
When was VWUSX launched?: Vanguard U.S. Growth Fund Investor Shares (VWUSX) launched in January 1959 and is managed by Vanguard.
How has VWUSX performed?: VWUSX'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.