What does Vanguard Health Care Fund Admiral Shares do?

Vanguard Health Care Fund Admiral Shares (VGHAX) 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 VGHAX's market cap?

Vanguard Health Care Fund Admiral Shares (VGHAX) has a market capitalization of approximately $38.85 billion, as of July 24, 2026, based on the most recent share price and shares outstanding.

Does VGHAX pay a dividend?

Yes — Vanguard Health Care Fund Admiral Shares (VGHAX) pays a dividend semi-annually, with a trailing-twelve-month yield of 6.43%. Full distribution history, payout ratios, and growth rates are on the Dividend tab.

VGHAX

Vanguard Health Care Fund Admiral Shares

NASDAQ·Asset Management · Financial Services

$85.87$0.78+0.92%

Market cap$38.85B·Jul 24 12:10 PM UTC

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$85.87+$0.78 (+0.92%)today

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Nov 12, 2001Jul 24, 2021 → Jul 24, 2026· 5.0 yrsJul 24, 2026

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Dividend Yield (FWD)7.55%

Annual Dividend (FWD)$6.49

Dividend Growth (5Y)+18.2%

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Payout Ratio130.0%

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Most Recent Dividend$3.24

Ex-Dividend DateMar 30

Payment DateMar 31

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About Vanguard Health Care Fund Admiral Shares

For over a quarter-century, this actively managed portfolio has offered investors an economical gateway to companies worldwide operating within the healthcare sector. Its holdings encompass pharmaceutical giants, medical equipment manufacturers, and cutting-edge research organizations. Compared to its peers in the healthcare space, this fund typically exhibits broader international exposure and a lower portfolio turnover rate. Nevertheless, investors should acknowledge the inherent concentration risk, as it exclusively targets the health care industry. Given that annual returns can fluctuate…

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

Peers

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XLV

State Street Health Care Select Sector SPDR ETF

Cap

$42.2B

VEUSX

Vanguard European Stock Index Fund Admiral Shares

Cap

$38.0B

VGK

Vanguard FTSE Europe ETF

Cap

$37.5B

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Frequently Asked Questions About VGHAX

What does Vanguard Health Care Fund Admiral Shares do?: Vanguard Health Care Fund Admiral Shares (VGHAX) 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 VGHAX's market cap?: Vanguard Health Care Fund Admiral Shares (VGHAX) has a market capitalization of approximately $38.85 billion, as of July 24, 2026, based on the most recent share price and shares outstanding.
Does VGHAX pay a dividend?: Yes — Vanguard Health Care Fund Admiral Shares (VGHAX) pays a dividend semi-annually, with a trailing-twelve-month yield of 6.43%. Full distribution history, payout ratios, and growth rates are on the Dividend tab.