VANGUARD FTSE DEVELOPED MARKETS ETF (VEA)

Overview

The fund focuses on a strategic investment approach aimed at capturing the market performance of a broad range of companies located outside the United States. By aligning its investment portfolio with the FTSE Developed All Cap ex US Index, the fund targets a diverse mix of large-, mid-, and small-cap companies in Canada, Europe, and the Pacific region. The fund's indexing strategy involves mirroring the structure of the target index as closely as possible, enabling it to offer investors comprehensive exposure to international markets through a single investment vehicle. Managed by an experienced advisor, the fund diligently maintains the proportionate representation of each stock in accordance with its index weight, ensuring fidelity to its benchmark.

Products and Services

• Indexing Investment Approach

  The fund utilizes an indexing strategy designed to replicate the performance of the FTSE Developed All Cap ex US Index. This approach involves investing all or a substantial portion of its assets in the stocks constituting the index, maintaining each stock in roughly the same proportion as its weighting in the index. This product is suitable for investors looking to gain exposure to a diversified portfolio of international stocks across all market cap levels, excluding the US market.

• Market-Capitalization-Weighted Index Investment

  A cornerstone of the fund's investment strategy is its adherence to a market-capitalization-weighted index, which includes around 3,957 common stocks from major markets in Canada, Europe, and the Pacific region. By focusing on a cap-weighted index, the fund aims to mirror the market performance of companies of varying sizes, offering a balanced mix of growth, value, and stability. This method provides a reflective overview of the broader market trends outside the US, making it a pivotal tool for investors seeking diversified international exposure.