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Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF
VWO performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of July 23, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -1.77% | +0.72% | +8.59% | +16.86% | +52.56% | +30.91% |
| Flows | +$1.49B | +$2.59B | +$6.63B | +$12.09B | +$15.47B | +$26.22B |
Characteristics
The Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF is built to track the FTSE Emerging Markets All Cap China A Inclusion 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 |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | Vanguard |
| N° of holdings | 4936 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | March 4, 2005 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of June 30, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 4,936
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +18.97% | +15.81% | +14.45% | +15.40% |
Max drawdown | -5.74% | -11.04% | -15.75% | -30.61% |
Max drawdown duration | 51d | 50d | 240d | 1115d |
Time to recover | N/A | 18d | 58d | 704d |
Replication quality
Data as of June 30, 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 |
What type of ETF is VWO?
VWO is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by Vanguard.
What index does VWO track?
VWO tracks the FTSE Emerging Markets All Cap China A Inclusion Net Tax (US RIC) Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does VWO invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Emerging markets Equities. It is part of the segment: EM Blended Cap.
What is the expense ratio of VWO?
The total expense ratio (TER) of VWO is 0.06%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was VWO launched?
VWO was launched on March 4, 2005, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of VWO?
VWO is issued by Vanguard.
What is the AUM of VWO?
As of July 23, 2026, VWO manages $120.93 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has VWO performed recently?
As of July 23, 2026, VWO delivered a return of -1.77% over the past month (1M performance), 0.72% over the past three months (3M), and 8.59% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for VWO?
As of July 23, 2026, VWO has seen net flows of +$1.49B in the past month (1M flow) and +$6.63B year-to-date (YTD).
Does VWO pay dividends?
As of July 23, 2026, VWO has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 2.38%.
How many holdings are in VWO
As of June 30, 2026, VWO holds 4936 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is VWO?
As of June 30, 2026, VWO holds 4936 securities, with 29.1% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of VWO?
As of June 30, 2026, VWO holds a portfolio of 4936 underlyings, with its largest positions including Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd., Tencent Holdings Ltd. and Alibaba Group Holding Ltd.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does VWO invest in?
As of June 30, 2026, VWO has its largest geographic exposures in Taiwan, China and India.
What sectors or themes does VWO focus on?
As of June 30, 2026, VWO is primarily exposed to Technology, Finance and Non-Energy Materials.
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