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. It tracks the Morningstar Global Markets GR CAD.

Question 2

What is the VXC ETF price today?

Accepted Answer

VXC last traded at $83.27 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: +12.03%, 1-year: +14.54%, 3-year annualised: +23.41%, 5-year annualised: +13.16%, 10-year annualised: +12.87%. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. The 3-year Sharpe ratio is 1.81, 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 1.16%, 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, 57.8%), Vanguard FTSE Developed All Cap ex North Amer Idx ETF (VIU, 25.7%), Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets Index Fund ETF Shares (VWO, 11.0%), Vanguard Small-Cap Index Fund ETF Shares (VB, 6.4%). 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 (30.5%), Financial Services (15.6%), Industrials (11.6%). 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 $3.60B 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 10.57% and a beta of 0.99 (roughly in line with the broad market). Its 3-year Sharpe ratio of 1.81 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
2026-10-22	$83.69	$83.76	$83.01	$83.27	$83.27	60,879
2026-10-21	$84.58	$84.77	$84.32	$84.56	$84.56	167,179
2026-10-20	$83.84	$84.49	$83.59	$84.22	$84.22	42,280
2026-10-19	$84.39	$84.54	$84.16	$84.20	$84.20	201,545
2026-10-16	$85.47	$85.47	$84.00	$84.22	$84.22	186,644
2026-10-15	$84.75	$85.37	$84.53	$85.33	$85.33	153,357
2026-10-14	$86.04	$86.21	$85.16	$85.31	$85.31	223,808
2026-10-13	$86.40	$86.40	$85.91	$86.18	$86.18	139,186
2026-10-09	$86.52	$86.73	$86.45	$86.66	$86.66	185,700
2026-10-08	$86.26	$86.26	$85.60	$85.81	$85.81	298,290

Sector	Weight
Technology	30.49%
Financial Services	15.62%
Industrials	11.55%
Consumer Cyclicals	9.33%
Healthcare	9.14%
Communication Services	7.52%
Consumer Defensive	4.58%
Energy	3.79%
Basic Materials	3.70%
Utilities	2.34%
Real Estate	2.32%

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

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