VALLEY FORGE, PA — Vanguard announced the launch of the Vanguard Emerging Markets ex-China ETF (VEXC), providing investors with low-cost, diversified exposure to emerging markets equities while excluding companies classified by FTSE as being based in China. The new fund debuts with an expected expense ratio of 0.07%.
The ETF seeks to track the FTSE Emerging ex China Index, offering exposure to markets such as India, Taiwan, and Brazil. By excluding China, VEXC gives investors a way to tailor their international portfolios to specific regional or geopolitical preferences.
“VEXC provides investors with another building block for a globally diversified equity portfolio,” Vanguard said in its announcement. “Paired with a developed markets ETF such as the Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF (VEA), investors can achieve comprehensive international exposure without China allocation.”
The fund is managed by the Vanguard Equity Index Group (EIG), a global leader in index portfolio management. The portfolio management team includes Michael Perre, Jeffrey Miller, and John Kraynak, CFA, who collectively bring extensive experience in equity indexing, benchmark tracking, and risk management.
As one of the largest providers of index-based investment solutions, Vanguard continues to expand its ETF lineup to meet investor demand for flexible, cost-efficient tools that enable precise portfolio construction.
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