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Vanguard U.S. Multifactor ETF Shares
VFMF performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of September 14, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -1.40% | +5.35% | +23.87% | +30.36% | +81.52% | +102.95% |
| Flows | +$61M | +$298M | +$421M | +$481M | +$604M | +$668M |
Characteristics
This fund is actively managed; it does not track an index. This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Active |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | Vanguard |
| N° of holdings | 0 |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | February 13, 2018 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of January 1, 1970Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +9.17% | +12.57% | +16.02% | +17.85% |
Max drawdown | -2.09% | -7.23% | -20.32% | -20.32% |
Max drawdown duration | 11d | 64d | 260d | 260d |
Time to recover | N/A | 25d | 127d | 127d |
What type of ETF is VFMF?
VFMF is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by Vanguard.
What does VFMF invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other US Equities. It is part of the segment: US Multi-Factor.
What is the expense ratio of VFMF?
The total expense ratio (TER) of VFMF is 0.18%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was VFMF launched?
VFMF was launched on February 13, 2018, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of VFMF?
VFMF is issued by Vanguard.
What is the AUM of VFMF?
As of September 14, 2026, VFMF manages $1.01 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has VFMF performed recently?
As of September 14, 2026, VFMF delivered a return of -1.4% over the past month (1M performance), 5.35% over the past three months (3M), and 23.87% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for VFMF?
As of September 14, 2026, VFMF has seen net flows of +$61M in the past month (1M flow) and +$421M year-to-date (YTD).
Does VFMF pay dividends?
As of September 14, 2026, VFMF has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.32%.
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