Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF (VWO)
The Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF (VWO) is a passive exchange-traded fund (ETF) managed by Vanguard. It tracks the investment results of the FTSE Emerging Index, which comprises large and mid-cap stocks from emerging market countries worldwide. VWO was launched on March 4, 2005, and has an expense ratio of 0.08%, which is relatively low compared to other ETFs. It could be a suitable investment for those looking for long-term capital appreciation, as it invests in companies that are expected to benefit from the growth potential of emerging market economies. It is also considered a diversified investment, as it holds a broad range of stocks from different countries and sectors.
ETF Info
ISIN | US9220428588 |
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CUSIP | 922042858 |
Issuer | Vanguard |
Inception Date | Mar 4, 2005 |
Region | Emerging Markets (Broad) |
Category | Emerging Markets Equities |
Expense Ratio | 0.08% |
Index Tracked | FTSE Emerging Index |
ETF Home Page | advisors.vanguard.com |
Asset Class | Equity |
Asset Class Size | Large-Cap |
Asset Class Style | Blend |
Trading Data
Previous Close | $42.89 |
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Year Range | $34.75 - $48.76 |
EMA (50) | $40.30 |
EMA (200) | $40.69 |
Average Volume | $13.30M |
VWOShare Price Chart
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VWOPerformance
The chart shows the growth of $10,000 invested in Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF in Jan 2010 and compares it to the S&P 500 index or another benchmark. It would be worth nearly $14,300 for a total return of roughly 43.00%. All prices are adjusted for splits and dividends.
VWOCompare to other instruments
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VWOReturns in periods
Period | Return | Benchmark |
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YTD | 10.03% | 6.02% |
1M | 8.97% | 6.30% |
6M | 6.43% | -0.05% |
1Y | -7.93% | -6.42% |
5Y | -0.50% | 7.22% |
10Y | 2.55% | 10.51% |
VWOMonthly Returns Heatmap
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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2022 | 0.42% | -3.72% | -3.26% | -5.83% | 0.46% | -3.86% | -0.79% | -0.46% | -10.08% | -2.85% | 14.30% | -2.23% |
2021 | 3.13% | 1.57% | -0.71% | 1.79% | 1.70% | 1.33% | -5.89% | 2.19% | -3.36% | 1.30% | -2.90% | 1.54% |
2020 | -5.53% | -3.55% | -17.05% | 7.81% | 3.29% | 6.48% | 8.58% | 2.74% | -1.20% | 1.32% | 8.56% | 6.00% |
2019 | 9.66% | -0.38% | 2.31% | 2.14% | -6.38% | 5.37% | -1.81% | -3.26% | 0.91% | 3.95% | 0.50% | 7.07% |
2018 | 8.56% | -5.36% | -0.21% | -2.77% | -2.34% | -4.79% | 3.98% | -4.19% | -1.35% | -7.66% | 4.83% | -3.34% |
2017 | 5.76% | 2.25% | 2.84% | 1.56% | 0.99% | 0.85% | 5.34% | 3.00% | -0.50% | 2.43% | -0.34% | 3.71% |
2016 | -5.75% | -0.32% | 12.72% | 1.01% | -3.24% | 4.92% | 5.14% | 0.78% | 2.02% | 0.32% | -4.05% | -0.74% |
2015 | -0.20% | 4.66% | -2.06% | 7.41% | -3.55% | -2.55% | -6.26% | -9.86% | -2.88% | 5.29% | -2.30% | -3.44% |
2014 | -8.43% | 3.24% | 4.63% | 0.89% | 3.10% | 3.17% | 1.37% | 3.84% | -7.17% | 2.23% | -1.10% | -4.68% |
2013 | 0.07% | -2.37% | -1.27% | 2.02% | -5.08% | -5.34% | 0.68% | -3.43% | 7.29% | 4.31% | -0.92% | -0.28% |
2012 | 10.78% | 5.43% | -2.60% | -2.10% | -10.66% | 5.02% | 0.20% | 0.24% | 5.32% | -0.54% | 1.25% | 7.08% |
2011 | -3.44% | -0.17% | 5.47% | 3.37% | -2.94% | -1.00% | -0.62% | -9.09% | -18.44% | 15.91% | -1.71% | -4.16% |
2010 | -9.81% | 1.89% | 8.18% | -0.21% | -9.18% | -0.55% | 10.21% | -2.56% | 11.42% | 3.10% | -2.84% | 7.56% |
VWODividend History
Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF granted a 3.74% dividend yield in the last twelve months. The annual payout for that period amounted to $1.60 per share.
Period | TTM | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014 | 2013 | 2012 | 2011 | 2010 |
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Dividend | $1.60 | $1.60 | $1.30 | $0.95 | $1.44 | $1.10 | $1.06 | $0.90 | $1.07 | $1.14 | $1.13 | $0.98 | $0.91 | $0.82 |
Dividend yield | 3.74% | 4.11% | 2.73% | 2.03% | 3.53% | 3.25% | 2.67% | 2.99% | 3.97% | 3.58% | 3.53% | 2.90% | 3.22% | 2.35% |
VWOMonthly Dividends
The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF. The dividends shown in the table have been adjusted to account for any splits that may have occurred.
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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2022 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.13 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.31 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.53 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.63 |
2021 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.07 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.28 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.47 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.48 |
2020 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.06 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.17 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.43 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.30 |
2019 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.08 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.28 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.52 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.56 |
2018 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.09 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.27 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.47 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.26 |
2017 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.07 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.25 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.52 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.21 |
2016 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.06 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.22 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.45 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.17 |
2015 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.07 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.39 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.45 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.16 |
2014 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.11 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.42 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.45 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.17 |
2013 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.06 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.51 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.35 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.22 |
2012 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.53 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.45 |
2011 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.91 |
2010 | $0.82 |
VWODrawdowns Chart
The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way.
VWOWorst Drawdowns
The table below shows the maximum drawdowns of the Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF. A maximum drawdown is an indicator of risk. It shows a reduction in portfolio value from its maximum due to a series of losing trades.
The maximum drawdown since January 2010 for the Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF is 36.39%, recorded on Mar 23, 2020. It took 166 trading sessions for the portfolio to recover.
Depth | Start | To Bottom | Bottom | To Recover | End | Total |
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-36.39% | Jan 29, 2018 | 541 | Mar 23, 2020 | 166 | Nov 16, 2020 | 707 |
-35.81% | Sep 8, 2014 | 345 | Jan 20, 2016 | 386 | Aug 1, 2017 | 731 |
-34.32% | Feb 18, 2021 | 425 | Oct 24, 2022 | — | — | — |
-30.59% | Apr 25, 2011 | 113 | Oct 3, 2011 | 735 | Sep 5, 2014 | 848 |
-17.17% | Apr 15, 2010 | 26 | May 20, 2010 | 84 | Sep 20, 2010 | 110 |
-13.9% | Jan 7, 2010 | 22 | Feb 8, 2010 | 37 | Apr 1, 2010 | 59 |
-7.97% | Jan 13, 2011 | 43 | Mar 16, 2011 | 11 | Mar 31, 2011 | 54 |
-7.66% | Nov 5, 2010 | 17 | Nov 30, 2010 | 23 | Jan 3, 2011 | 40 |
-4.98% | Jan 22, 2021 | 6 | Jan 29, 2021 | 5 | Feb 5, 2021 | 11 |
-4.78% | Nov 24, 2017 | 9 | Dec 6, 2017 | 15 | Dec 28, 2017 | 24 |
VWOVolatility Chart
Current Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF volatility is 10.99%. The chart below shows the rolling 10-day volatility. Volatility is a statistical measure showing how big price swings are in either direction. The higher asset volatility, the riskier it is, because the price movements are less predictable.
VWOAlternatives
Symbol | Inception | Expense Ratio | YTD Ret. | 10Y Ann. Ret. | Div. Yield |
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EEM | Apr 11, 2003 | 0.68% | 11.61% | 1.80% | 2.24% |
IEMG | Oct 18, 2012 | 0.14% | 11.01% | 2.52% | 2.44% |
SPY | Jan 22, 1993 | 0.09% | 6.08% | 12.54% | 1.56% |
VEA | Jul 20, 2007 | 0.05% | 9.27% | 5.44% | 2.66% |
VOO | Sep 7, 2010 | 0.03% | 6.13% | 12.61% | 1.59% |
VTI | May 24, 2001 | 0.03% | 6.67% | 12.19% | 1.56% |
VXUS | Jan 26, 2011 | 0.07% | 9.28% | 4.69% | 2.83% |
Portfolios with Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF
Portfolio Name | YTD Return | 10Y Return | Div. Yield | 10Y Volatility | Max. Drawdown | Sharpe Ratio | Expense Ratio |
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7Twelve Portfolio | 5.26% | 5.12% | 2.22% | 9.93% | -22.46% | -0.09 | 0.14% |
Gone Fishin’ Portfolio | 6.54% | 6.22% | 2.99% | 12.05% | -26.03% | -0.22 | 0.12% |
Larry Swedroe Minimize FatTails Portfolio | 4.13% | 3.10% | 3.59% | 6.04% | -14.59% | -0.47 | 0.17% |
Paul Merriman Ultimate Portfolio | 8.16% | 7.56% | 2.78% | 16.95% | -38.24% | -0.15 | 0.16% |