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VSS Chart
Why VSS Could Be the Most Overlooked Long-Term Diversifier in International Investing
This small-cap international ETF has been a stellar performer.
VSS: International Small Caps Back Near Record Levels After A Q1 Reset
Vanguard FTSE All-World ex-US Small-Cap Index ETF continues to outperform, returning over 44% YoY and surpassing VTI by 7 percentage points. I reiterate a buy rating on VSS, citing its low 12.8x P/E, 9.24% EPS growth, and attractive PEG under 1.3x. VSS offers broad international small-cap exposure, a 3% dividend yield, strong momentum, and sector diversification, with Industrials and Materials leading.
VSS: Why I Keeep Buying International Small Caps
Vanguard FTSE All-World ex-US Small-Cap Index Fund ETF Shares has delivered exceptional recent performance, outperforming major indices and offering strong momentum with a 34% rally from its April low. The ETF provides diversified exposure to international small- and mid-cap stocks, with a compelling 13.2x P/E and high 16.6% long-term EPS growth rate. VSS features a low expense ratio, attractive 2.8% yield, and favorable sector mix, making it suitable for both taxable and tax-advantaged accounts.
Vanguard FTSE All-World ex-US Small-Cap ETF Investors
| Name | Quantity | Cost | Value | Profit ($) | Gain (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TJD Thomas John Drogan PR Inc.IPAL SECURITIES Inc. | 44,120 | $5.27M | $6.78M | $1.52M | 28.76% |
| DI David Izzi Brown, LISLE/CUMMINGS Inc. | 50 | $5,724 | $7,686 | $1,962 | 34.28% |
| TMB Timothy M. Bidwell Hazlett, BURT & WATSON Inc. | 35 | $5,011.09 | $5,380.2 | $369.11 | 7.37% |
| CE Curtis Ellergodt Rothschild Investment LLC | 907 | $104,332 | $139,424.04 | $35,092.04 | 33.63% |
| PB Patricia Buchholtz ECLECTIC ASSOCIATES Inc. /ADV | 25,683 | $3.03M | $3.95M | $918,601.85 | 30.32% |
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Vanguard FTSE All-World ex-US Small-Cap ETF Profile
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Overview
The provided company operates within the financial sector, specializing in investment management with a focus on index tracking. The company’s strategy revolves around the indexing investment approach, aiming to closely replicate the performance of a specified index. Through this method, the company endeavors to invest either all or a significant portion of its assets in the stocks that constitute the index. Their investment advisor plays a crucial role in the process, striving to select a subset of securities that not only are part of the index but also exhibit similar key risk factors and other essential characteristics, thereby intending to mirror the full index's performance and risk profile as closely as possible.
Products and Services
The company specializes in offering investment products and services that target individuals and institutions looking to invest in the stock market through index tracking. Below are the key products and services offered:
- Index Tracking Investment Funds
This product is designed for investors aiming to mirror the performance of a specific stock market index. By investing primarily in the securities that make up the index, the fund seeks to offer returns that are closely aligned with the overall market or sector performance that the chosen index represents.
- Sampled Index Investing
For clients looking for a more customized investment approach, the firm offers a sampling strategy. This involves selecting a representative subset of securities from the target index, aiming to replicate the key characteristics and risk profile of the index as a whole. This method allows for potentially reduced costs and improved liquidity compared to full index replication.
