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 $83.24 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: +11.99%, 1-year: +20.09%, 3-year annualised: +18.98%, 5-year annualised: +12.14%, 10-year annualised: +12.39%. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. The 3-year Sharpe ratio is 1.61, 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 1.23%, 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, 56.5%), Vanguard FTSE Developed All Cap ex North Amer Idx ETF (VIU, 25.9%), Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets Index Fund ETF Shares (VWO, 10.6%), Vanguard Small-Cap Index Fund ETF Shares (VB, 6.9%). 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 (31.8%), Financial Services (14.5%), Industrials (11.7%). 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 $3.38B 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 10.63% and a beta of 0.98 (roughly in line with the broad market). Its 3-year Sharpe ratio of 1.61 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
2026-07-31	$83.29	$83.36	$82.48	$83.24	$83.24	179,795
2026-07-30	$82.26	$82.87	$82.17	$82.80	$82.80	124,943
2026-07-29	$82.49	$82.67	$81.37	$81.37	$81.37	151,624
2026-07-28	$82.69	$82.90	$82.25	$82.79	$82.79	59,113
2026-07-27	$83.35	$83.54	$82.61	$82.95	$82.95	144,748
2026-07-24	$82.65	$83.11	$82.50	$82.65	$82.65	97,671
2026-07-23	$82.54	$82.95	$82.38	$82.64	$82.64	98,459
2026-07-22	$83.61	$83.83	$83.54	$83.62	$83.62	21,928
2026-07-21	$83.30	$83.82	$83.12	$83.80	$83.80	50,899
2026-07-20	$83.03	$83.09	$82.50	$82.54	$82.54	124,913

Sector	Weight
Technology	31.76%
Financial Services	14.51%
Industrials	11.72%
Consumer Cyclicals	9.35%
Healthcare	8.22%
Communication Services	8.03%
Consumer Defensive	4.60%
Basic Materials	3.66%
Energy	3.36%
Utilities	2.45%
Real Estate	2.34%

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Vanguard FTSE Global All Cap ex Canada Index ETF (VXC : TSX)

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