What is the VVLU ETF used for?
The Vanguard VVLU Fund is an actively-managed ETF which invests in small, mid and large-cap companies across global equity markets, focusing on companies which have low prices relative to fundamental measures of value.
VVLU might be used by investors who want global exposure and a diversified investment, as well as investors who subscribe to the value style of investing.
Keep an eye on FUM
The Vanguard VVLU ETF had $331.16 million of money invested when we last pulled the monthly numbers. Given VVLU’s total funds under management (FUM) figure is over $100 million, the ETF has met our minimum criteria for the total amount of money invested, otherwise known as FUM. We draw the line at $100 million for ETFs in the International shares sector because we believe that relative to smaller ETFs, achieving this amount of FUM de-risks the ETF.
Fees and costs for investors
Vanguard charges investors a yearly management fee of 0.29% for the VVLU ETF. This means that if you invested $2,000 in VVLU for a full year, you could expect to pay management fees of around $5.80.
For context, the average management fee (MER) of all ETFs covered by Best ETFs Australia on our complete list of ASX ETFs is 0.51% or around $10.20 per $2,000 invested. Keep in mind, small changes in fees can make a big difference after 10 or 20 years.
Summary
These are just some of the considerations or factors you would need to look at when weighing up the VVLU ETF. Before doing anything, take a look at our Vanguard VVLU report – it’s free. While you’re at it, don’t forget to search our complete list of ASX ETFs.
