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 $83.91 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: +12.89%, 1-year: +28.90%, 3-year annualised: +21.33%, 5-year annualised: +13.33%, 10-year annualised: +13.32%. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. The 3-year Sharpe ratio is 1.63, 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, 56.8%), Vanguard FTSE Developed All Cap ex North Amer Idx ETF (VIU, 26.0%), Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets Index Fund ETF Shares (VWO, 10.6%), Vanguard Small-Cap Index Fund ETF Shares (VB, 6.6%). 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 (27.5%), Financial Services (15.4%), Industrials (12.1%). 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 $3.39B 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 10.76% and a beta of 0.98 (roughly in line with the broad market). Its 3-year Sharpe ratio of 1.63 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
2026-07-13	$84.47	$84.47	$83.85	$83.91	$83.91	16,870
2026-07-10	$84.78	$84.95	$84.35	$84.90	$84.90	45,136
2026-07-09	$84.34	$84.75	$84.25	$84.68	$84.68	38,643
2026-07-08	$83.73	$84.06	$83.32	$84.02	$84.02	52,793
2026-07-07	$85.21	$85.21	$84.28	$84.47	$84.47	83,517
2026-07-06	$85.04	$85.50	$85.04	$85.39	$85.39	23,531
2026-07-03	$85.09	$85.19	$84.89	$84.95	$84.95	25,148
2026-07-02	$84.70	$84.70	$83.75	$84.33	$84.33	39,028
2026-06-30	$84.40	$84.95	$84.40	$84.76	$84.76	24,900
2026-06-29	$84.14	$84.28	$83.28	$84.28	$84.28	58,123

Sector	Weight
Technology	27.50%
Financial Services	15.38%
Industrials	12.12%
Consumer Cyclicals	9.76%
Healthcare	8.71%
Communication Services	8.51%
Consumer Defensive	5.09%
Energy	3.90%
Basic Materials	3.81%
Utilities	2.73%
Real Estate	2.50%

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

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Period	Return
YTD	+12.89%
1 Year	+28.90%
3 Year (Ann.)	+21.33%
5 Year (Ann.)	+13.33%
10 Year (Ann.)	+13.32%
1Y Volatility	10.76%
Sharpe Ratio (3Y)	1.63

#	Ticker	Name	Weight
1	VV	Vanguard Large-Cap Index Fund ETF Shares	56.80%
2	VIU	Vanguard FTSE Developed All Cap ex North Amer Idx ETF	25.95%
3	VWO	Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets Index Fund ETF Shares	10.60%
4	VB	Vanguard Small-Cap Index Fund ETF Shares	6.64%