

The Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF (VEA) gives investors a low-cost way to invest in developed markets outside the U.S. The iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (IEMG) provides exposure to emerging markets and leans more toward technology companies. Choosing between the two ETFs will depend on how much country and sector concentration you prefer.

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Greenwood Gearhart LLC boosted its stake in Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF (NYSEARCA:VEA) by 2.8% in the first quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 748,732 shares of the company's stock after purchasing an additional 20,716 shares during the quarter. Vanguard

Bessemer Group Inc. grew its stake in Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF (NYSEARCA:VEA) by 29.8% in the undefined quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 294,843 shares of the company's stock after buying an additional 67,739 shares during the period.

Advisortrust Partners LLC bought a new position in shares of Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF (NYSEARCA:VEA) during the undefined quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm bought 9,363 shares of the company's stock, valued at approximately $600,000. Other institutional investors have also recently added

Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF offers a slightly lower expense ratio of 0.03% compared to 0.05% for Vanguard Total International Stock ETF. Vanguard Total International Stock ETF provides exposure to both developed and emerging markets, while Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF focuses exclusively on developed economies.

NZAC provides exposure to global companies meeting environmental standards, whereas VEA focuses on traditional non-U.S. developed markets. VEA maintains a significantly lower expense ratio and holds a much larger asset base than the NZAC climate fund.

Compare risk and returns for the Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF and the Schwab Emerging Markets Equity ETF.
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