As of February 1, 2025, the firm has reduced fees on 168 share classes across 87 funds, resulting in an estimated $350 million in savings this year.
Lower investment costs mean more money stays in investors’ portfolios, boosting long-term returns. Vanguard’s founder, John Bogle, famously emphasized that “you get what you don’t pay for”.
Historically, lower-cost funds have outperformed higher-cost ones, and Vanguard continues to lead the industry in offering affordable investment options.
Over the past decade, 84% of Vanguard’s funds have outperformed their peers, with actively managed bond funds showing particularly strong results. This latest fee reduction reinforces Vanguard’s dedication to maximizing investor returns while maintaining high-quality fund management.
The chart below lists all Vanguard ETFs that have had their expense ratios reduced.
Highlighted in yellow are some of the largest Vanguard ETFs benefiting from fee reductions.
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