Vanguard International Growth Inv
- VWIGX
- Price as of: Apr 12, 2021
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$51.61
N/A N/A
- Primary Theme
- International Large-Cap Growth Equity
- Fund Company
- Vanguard
- Share Class
VWIGX - Snapshot
Vitals
- YTD Return 2.1%
- 3 Yr Annualized Return 20.5%
- 5 Yr Annualized Return 21.9%
- Net Assets $68.3 B
- Holdings in Top 10 37.0%
52 WEEK LOW AND HIGH
Expenses
OPERATING RELATED FEES
- Expense Ratio 0.44%
SALES FEES
- Front Load N/A
- Deferred Load N/A
BROKERAGE FEES
- Turnover 20.00%
TRADING FEES
- Max Redemption Fee N/A
Min Investment
- Standard (Taxable) $3,000
- IRA N/A
Fund Classification
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Primary Theme
International Large-Cap Growth Equity
- Fund Type Open End Mutual Fund
- Investment Style Foreign Large Growth
VWIGX - Profile
Distributions
- YTD Total Return 2.1%
- 3 Yr Annualized Total Return 20.5%
- 5 Yr Annualized Total Return 21.9%
- Capital Gain Distribution Frequency Annually
- Net Income Ratio 0.74%
- Dividend Yield 0.0%
- Dividend Distribution Frequency Annually
Fund Details
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Legal NameVanguard International Growth Fund
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Fund Family NameVanguard
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Inception DateSep 30, 1981
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Shares OutstandingN/A
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Share ClassInv
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CurrencyUSD
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Domiciled CountryUnited States
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ManagerJames Anderson
Fund Description
The fund invests predominantly in the stocks of companies located outside the United States and is expected to diversify its assets in countries across developed and emerging markets. In selecting stocks, the fund's advisors evaluate foreign markets around the world and choose large-, mid-, and small-capitalization companies considered to have above-average growth potential. The fund uses multiple investment advisors.
VWIGX - Performance
Return Ranking - Trailing
| Period | VWIGX Return | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YTD | 2.1% | -3.0% | 9.0% | 68.31% |
| 1 Yr | 86.9% | 0.0% | 115.1% | 2.05% |
| 3 Yr | 20.5%* | 0.0% | 31.7% | 3.32% |
| 5 Yr | 21.9%* | 0.0% | 24.0% | 3.58% |
| 10 Yr | 11.8%* | 4.0% | 14.6% | 6.19% |
* Annualized
Return Ranking - Calendar
| Period | VWIGX Return | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 55.9% | -4.9% | 85.0% | 0.93% |
| 2019 | 29.7% | -4.0% | 45.1% | 22.90% |
| 2018 | -17.1% | -32.2% | 68.4% | 48.52% |
| 2017 | 41.8% | 0.0% | 50.9% | 5.42% |
| 2016 | 0.4% | -12.2% | 5.7% | 17.43% |
Total Return Ranking - Trailing
| Period | VWIGX Return | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YTD | 2.1% | -3.1% | 8.2% | 67.87% |
| 1 Yr | 86.9% | 0.0% | 115.1% | 1.82% |
| 3 Yr | 20.5%* | -0.6% | 31.7% | 2.84% |
| 5 Yr | 21.9%* | 0.0% | 24.0% | 3.58% |
| 10 Yr | 11.8%* | 3.9% | 14.6% | 6.19% |
* Annualized
Total Return Ranking - Calendar
| Period | VWIGX Return | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 55.9% | -4.9% | 85.0% | 0.93% |
| 2019 | 29.7% | -4.0% | 45.1% | 22.90% |
| 2018 | -17.1% | -32.2% | 68.4% | 55.26% |
| 2017 | 41.8% | 0.0% | 53.4% | 6.33% |
| 2016 | 0.4% | -12.2% | 8.0% | 23.36% |
NAV & Total Return History
VWIGX - Holdings
Concentration Analysis
| VWIGX | Category Low | Category High | VWIGX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net Assets | 68.3 B | 10 | 190 B | 4.48% |
| Number of Holdings | 123 | 6 | 1309 | 20.72% |
| Net Assets in Top 10 | 25.1 B | 1.08 M | 38.9 B | 4.50% |
| Weighting of Top 10 | 36.96% | 9.2% | 99.1% | 24.10% |
Top 10 Holdings
- Alibaba Group Holding Ltd ADR 6.27%
- Tencent Holdings Ltd 5.96%
- Tencent Holdings Ltd 5.96%
- Tencent Holdings Ltd 5.96%
- Tencent Holdings Ltd 5.96%
- Tencent Holdings Ltd 5.96%
- Tencent Holdings Ltd 5.96%
- Tencent Holdings Ltd 5.96%
- Tencent Holdings Ltd 5.96%
- Tencent Holdings Ltd 5.96%
Asset Allocation
| Weighting | Return Low | Return High | VWIGX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stocks | 97.95% | 61.64% | 101.85% | 49.55% |
| Cash | 1.81% | -9.38% | 38.36% | 54.95% |
| Other | 0.25% | -6.43% | 20.99% | 8.56% |
| Preferred Stocks | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.08% | 30.18% |
| Convertible Bonds | 0.00% | 0.00% | 2.76% | 29.73% |
| Bonds | 0.00% | 0.00% | 9.35% | 34.08% |
Stock Sector Breakdown
| Weighting | Return Low | Return High | VWIGX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Cyclical | 35.91% | 2.57% | 53.64% | 3.38% |
| Technology | 14.24% | 6.85% | 45.18% | 85.14% |
| Healthcare | 13.59% | 2.36% | 28.52% | 51.35% |
| Industrials | 9.66% | 0.00% | 27.47% | 80.41% |
| Financial Services | 8.22% | 0.00% | 23.06% | 72.30% |
| Communication Services | 7.82% | 0.00% | 43.17% | 42.57% |
| Consumer Defense | 7.57% | 0.00% | 32.47% | 52.70% |
| Energy | 1.22% | 0.00% | 13.23% | 43.69% |
| Basic Materials | 0.94% | 0.00% | 25.62% | 91.22% |
| Utilities | 0.84% | 0.00% | 8.54% | 43.47% |
| Real Estate | 0.00% | 0.00% | 5.76% | 64.64% |
Stock Geographic Breakdown
| Weighting | Return Low | Return High | VWIGX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Non US | 85.82% | 50.36% | 101.00% | 84.01% |
| US | 12.13% | 0.00% | 19.65% | 12.16% |
VWIGX - Expenses
Operational Fees
| VWIGX Fees (% of AUM) | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expense Ratio | 0.44% | 0.01% | 28.05% | 96.13% |
| Management Fee | 0.42% | 0.00% | 1.50% | 13.68% |
| 12b-1 Fee | N/A | 0.00% | 1.00% | N/A |
| Administrative Fee | N/A | 0.01% | 0.80% | N/A |
Sales Fees
| VWIGX Fees (% of AUM) | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Load | N/A | 2.70% | 5.75% | N/A |
| Deferred Load | N/A | 1.00% | 5.00% | N/A |
Trading Fees
| VWIGX Fees (% of AUM) | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Redemption Fee | N/A | 0.25% | 2.00% | N/A |
Related Fees
Turnover provides investors a proxy for the trading fees incurred by mutual fund managers who frequently adjust position allocations. Higher turnover means higher trading fees.
| VWIGX Fees (% of AUM) | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turnover | 20.00% | 1.00% | 224.00% | 16.82% |
VWIGX - Distributions
Dividend Yield Analysis
| VWIGX | Category Low | Category High | VWIGX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 0.00% | 0.00% | 1.26% | 31.61% |
Dividend Distribution Analysis
| VWIGX | Category Low | Category High | Category Mod | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Distribution Frequency | Annually | Annually | Semi-Annually | Annually |
Net Income Ratio Analysis
| VWIGX | Category Low | Category High | VWIGX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net Income Ratio | 0.74% | -11.00% | 2.76% | 24.49% |
Capital Gain Distribution Analysis
| VWIGX | Category Low | Category High | Capital Mode | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Gain Distribution Frequency | Annually | Annually | Annually | Annually |
Dividend Payout History
| Date | Amount |
|---|---|
| Dec 19, 2018 | $0.403 |
| Dec 19, 2017 | $0.253 |
| Dec 27, 2016 | $0.268 |
| Dec 21, 2015 | $0.293 |
| Dec 23, 2014 | $0.494 |
| Dec 18, 2013 | $0.336 |
| Dec 18, 2012 | $0.347 |
| Dec 19, 2011 | $0.334 |
| Dec 17, 2010 | $0.305 |
| Dec 16, 2009 | $0.286 |
| Dec 20, 2004 | $0.315 |
| Dec 15, 2003 | $0.210 |
| Dec 16, 2002 | $0.180 |
| Dec 17, 2001 | $0.240 |
| Dec 18, 2000 | $0.220 |
| Dec 20, 1999 | $0.260 |
| Dec 22, 1998 | $0.220 |
| Dec 29, 1997 | $0.210 |
| Dec 23, 1996 | $0.190 |
| Dec 27, 1994 | $0.180 |
| Jan 03, 1994 | $0.110 |
| Jan 05, 1993 | $0.210 |
| Dec 26, 1990 | $0.200 |
| Jan 12, 1990 | $0.230 |
VWIGX - Fund Manager Analysis
Managers
James Anderson
Start Date
Tenure
Tenure Rank
Feb 06, 2003
18.16
18.2%
James graduated BA in History from Oxford University and after postgraduate study in Italy and Canada he gained an MA in International Affairs in 1982. He is a Trustee of the Johns Hopkins University. He joined Baillie Gifford in 1983 and became a Partner in 1987. He headed our European Equity team until 2003 when he founded our Long Term Global Growth strategy. He has Chaired the EAFE Alpha Portfolio Group since its inception in 2003 and has been the Manager and then Joint Manager of Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust since 2000. In 2015 James became the Chair of our newly formed Equity Improvement Group. He has also served as a member of the Advisory Board of the government sponsored Kay Review and as Chair of the subsequent industry working group that set up the UK Investor Forum.
Simon Webber
Start Date
Tenure
Tenure Rank
Dec 28, 2009
11.26
11.3%
Simon Webber is a Portfolio Manager at Schroders, which involves constructing multi-regional portfolios on the Global & International Equities team and building on the work of our team of global sector specialists. He joined Schroders in 1999 and is based in London. Simon was an analyst at Schroders from 1999 to 2007, on the US and Global Equity teams which involved researching and modelling stocks across a range of sectors including telecom, technology, utility, consumer, and industrial industries.
Thomas Coutts
Start Date
Tenure
Tenure Rank
Dec 22, 2016
4.27
4.3%
Thomas Coutts, Partner of Baillie Gifford & Co., which is the 100% owner of Baillie Gifford. He has worked in investment management with Baillie Gifford since 1999, has managed investment portfolios since 2001, and has co-managed a portion of the Portfolio since December 2016. Education: B.A., Trinity College, Oxford.
Lawrence Burns
Start Date
Tenure
Tenure Rank
Dec 22, 2020
0.27
0.3%
Lawrence Burns joined Baillie Gifford as portfolio manager in 2009; member of the International Growth strategy’s portfolio construction group since 2012.
James Gautrey
Start Date
Tenure
Tenure Rank
Dec 22, 2020
0.27
0.3%
James Gautrey is a Portfolio Manager at Schroders, which involves the dual role of Portfolio Manager and Global Sector Specialist with research responsibility for the technology sector. He joined Schroders in 2001 and is based in London. From 2002 he worked as a Pan European research analyst covering technology, telecoms and support services. James initially joined Schroders as a graduate working with senior management and client directors.
Tenure Analysis
| Category Low | Category High | Category Average | Category Mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.05 | 25.77 | 7.55 | 18.84 |