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Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF
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Performance
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Historic performance and flows
Data as of March 10, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -3.55% | +7.33% | +5.74% | +32.99% | +67.02% | +58.14% |
| Flows | +$3.26B | +$9.99B | +$6.18B | +$22.76B | +$41.75B | +$66.64B |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +14.54% | +15.62% | +13.76% | +15.56% |
Max drawdown | -7.08% | -13.16% | -13.16% | -29.70% |
Max drawdown duration | 9d | 37d | 37d | 911d |
Time to recover | N/A | 18d | 18d | 511d |
Replication quality
Data as of February 27, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
|---|---|
| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
Exposure
Data as of January 31, 2026Countries
Sectors
Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 3,881
Top 15 Holdings
Characteristics
The Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF is built to track the FTSE Developed All Cap ex US Net Tax (US RIC) Index - USD. This ETF provides physical exposure - by owning its shares you earn the return of the securities composing the index (as the ETF holds them directly).
This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Passive |
| Provider | Vanguard |
| N° of holdings | 3881 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equities |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | July 20, 2007 |
| ESG | No |
What type of ETF is VEA?
VEA is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by Vanguard.
What index does VEA track?
VEA tracks the FTSE Developed All Cap ex US Net Tax (US RIC) Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does VEA invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Developed markets ex-US Equities. It is part of the segment: DM Blended Cap.
What is the expense ratio of VEA?
The total expense ratio (TER) of VEA is 0.03%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was VEA launched?
VEA was launched on July 20, 2007, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of VEA?
VEA is issued by Vanguard.
What is the AUM of VEA?
As of March 10, 2026, VEA manages $210.39 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has VEA performed recently?
As of March 10, 2026, VEA delivered a return of -3.55% over the past month (1M performance), 7.33% over the past three months (3M), and 5.74% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for VEA?
As of March 10, 2026, VEA has seen net flows of +$3.26B in the past month (1M flow) and +$6.18B year-to-date (YTD).
Does VEA pay dividends?
As of March 10, 2026, VEA has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 3.04%.
How many holdings are in VEA
As of January 31, 2026, VEA holds 3881 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is VEA?
As of January 31, 2026, VEA holds 3881 securities, with 14.28% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of VEA?
As of January 31, 2026, VEA holds a portfolio of 3881 underlyings, with its largest positions including ASML HOLDING, SAMSUNG ELECTR and SK HYNIX. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does VEA invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, VEA has its largest geographic exposures in Japan, United Kingdom and Canada.
What sectors or themes does VEA focus on?
As of January 31, 2026, VEA is primarily exposed to Financials, Industrials and Information Technology.
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