Question 1

What is VXC?

Accepted Answer

VXC (Vanguard FTSE Global All Cap ex Canada Index ETF) is a Canadian-listed ETF trading on the TSX in the Global Equity category. It tracks the Morningstar Global Markets GR CAD.

Question 2

What is the VXC ETF price today?

Accepted Answer

VXC last traded at $83.78 CAD on the TSX. See the price chart above for recent performance.

Question 3

What is the VXC MER (management expense ratio)?

Accepted Answer

VXC has a management expense ratio (MER) of 0% per year. This fee is automatically deducted from the fund's assets, so you never pay it directly — but it does reduce your net returns over time. At 0%, VXC is considered a low-cost ETF.

Question 4

What are VXC annualised returns?

Accepted Answer

VXC historical returns: YTD: +12.71%, 1-year: +21.18%, 3-year annualised: +21.51%, 5-year annualised: +12.28%, 10-year annualised: +12.75%. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. The 3-year Sharpe ratio is 1.44, which measures risk-adjusted return.

Question 5

Does VXC pay dividends or distributions?

Accepted Answer

Yes, VXC distributes income to unitholders. The current distribution yield is approximately 1.25%, paid quarterly. Distributions may include dividends, interest, capital gains, or return of capital depending on the fund's holdings. In a TFSA or RRSP, distributions are sheltered from tax.

Question 6

What does VXC invest in?

Accepted Answer

VXC's top holdings include Vanguard Large-Cap Index Fund ETF Shares (VV, 56.9%), Vanguard FTSE Developed All Cap ex North Amer Idx ETF (VIU, 25.8%), Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets Index Fund ETF Shares (VWO, 10.6%), Vanguard Small-Cap Index Fund ETF Shares (VB, 6.8%). See the full Top 10 Holdings table above for a complete breakdown. The fund tracks the Morningstar Global Markets GR CAD.

Question 7

What sectors does VXC invest in?

Accepted Answer

VXC's largest sector exposures are Technology (31.9%), Financial Services (14.9%), Industrials (12.0%). The full sector breakdown is shown in the Sector Weights table on this page.

Question 8

How large is VXC? (Assets under management)

Accepted Answer

VXC has approximately $3.58B in assets under management (AUM). Larger AUM generally means better liquidity, tighter bid-ask spreads, and a lower risk of the fund being wound down.

Question 9

When was VXC launched?

Accepted Answer

VXC was launched on June 30, 2014, giving it a 12-year track record. A longer history makes it easier to evaluate how the ETF performs across different market cycles.

Question 10

How do I buy VXC in Canada?

Accepted Answer

VXC trades on the TSX under the ticker VXC. You can buy it through any Canadian brokerage, including Wealthsimple Trade (commission-free), Questrade, TD Direct Investing, RBC Direct, and CIBC Investor's Edge. It can be held in a TFSA, RRSP, FHSA, or taxable account.

Question 11

How risky is VXC?

Accepted Answer

VXC has a 1-year volatility of 11.32% and a beta of 0.99 (roughly in line with the broad market). Its 3-year Sharpe ratio of 1.44 indicates solid risk-adjusted returns. As with all market-linked investments, past volatility does not predict future risk.

Date	Open	High	Low	Close	Adj Close	Volume
2026-08-20	$83.82	$84.18	$83.74	$83.78	$83.78	152,746
2026-08-19	$84.85	$84.85	$84.30	$84.32	$84.32	154,353
2026-08-18	$84.89	$84.89	$84.55	$84.57	$84.57	197,533
2026-08-17	$85.58	$85.60	$85.33	$85.34	$85.34	110,494
2026-08-14	$85.86	$85.86	$85.43	$85.51	$85.51	54,351
2026-08-13	$85.88	$86.21	$85.75	$85.98	$85.98	74,702
2026-08-12	$85.54	$85.70	$85.41	$85.63	$85.63	80,388
2026-08-11	$85.61	$85.61	$85.00	$85.10	$85.10	70,241
2026-08-10	$85.47	$85.49	$85.22	$85.32	$85.32	98,993
2026-08-07	$85.48	$85.54	$85.15	$85.54	$85.54	127,259

Sector	Weight
Technology	31.85%
Financial Services	14.94%
Industrials	12.04%
Consumer Cyclicals	8.95%
Healthcare	8.65%
Communication Services	7.52%
Consumer Defensive	4.63%
Basic Materials	3.46%
Energy	3.16%
Utilities	2.49%
Real Estate	2.31%

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