What does Vanguard Explorer Fund Investor Shares do?

Vanguard Explorer Fund Investor Shares (VEXPX) operates in the Asset Management industry within the Financial Services sector. Full company description, peers, and segment breakdown are on the page above.

What is VEXPX's market cap?

Vanguard Explorer Fund Investor Shares (VEXPX) has a market capitalization of approximately $23.31 billion, as of July 24, 2026, based on the most recent share price and shares outstanding.

Does VEXPX pay a dividend?

Yes — Vanguard Explorer Fund Investor Shares (VEXPX) pays a dividend annually, with a trailing-twelve-month yield of 6.39%. Full distribution history, payout ratios, and growth rates are on the Dividend tab.

VEXPX

Vanguard Explorer Fund Investor Shares

NASDAQ·Asset Management · Financial Services

$132.59$0.23−0.17%

Market cap$23.31B·Jul 24 12:10 PM UTC

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$132.59−$0.23 (−0.17%)today

−8.63%CAGR −1.79%

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Jan 2, 1985Jul 24, 2021 → Jul 24, 2026· 5.0 yrsJul 24, 2026

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Dividend Yield (FWD)6.39%

Annual Dividend (FWD)$8.48

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Payout Ratio136.1%

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Most Recent Dividend$8.48

Ex-Dividend DateDec 23

Payment DateDec 24

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About Vanguard Explorer Fund Investor Shares

The Vanguard Explorer Fund Investor Shares (VEXPX) concentrates its investments on small and medium-sized companies believed to possess significant growth potential. Owing to its focus on these emerging enterprises, the fund inherently experiences a higher degree of price fluctuation and unpredictability compared to investment vehicles tracking larger, more established corporations. However, to help temper the risks associated with this often-dynamic market sector, the fund employs a multi-manager approach, leveraging the diverse strategies of several investment advisors. Furthermore, its…

Sector: Financial Services
Industry: Asset Management
Exchange: NASDAQ
Website: investor.vanguard.com/investment-products/mutual-funds/profile/vexpx

Peers

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FNDX

Schwab Fundamental U.S. Large Company ETF

Cap

$25.8B

EEM

iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF

Cap

$30.0B

XLU

State Street Utilities Select Sector SPDR ETF

Cap

$23.6B

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Frequently Asked Questions About VEXPX

What does Vanguard Explorer Fund Investor Shares do?: Vanguard Explorer Fund Investor Shares (VEXPX) operates in the Asset Management industry within the Financial Services sector. Full company description, peers, and segment breakdown are on the page above.
What is VEXPX's market cap?: Vanguard Explorer Fund Investor Shares (VEXPX) has a market capitalization of approximately $23.31 billion, as of July 24, 2026, based on the most recent share price and shares outstanding.
Does VEXPX pay a dividend?: Yes — Vanguard Explorer Fund Investor Shares (VEXPX) pays a dividend annually, with a trailing-twelve-month yield of 6.39%. Full distribution history, payout ratios, and growth rates are on the Dividend tab.