The fund invests in a mix of Vanguard mutual funds according to an asset-allocation strategy that reflects an allocation of approximately 60% of the fund’s assets to fixed-income securities and 40% to common stocks. The fund’s indirect fixed-income holdings are a diversified mix of short-, intermediate-, and long-term U.S. government, U.S. agency, and investment-grade U.S. corporate bonds; mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities; and government, agency, corporate, and securitized investment-grade foreign bonds issued in currencies other than the U.S. dollar.
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Vanguard Lifestrategy Fund Cons
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Vanguard Lifestrategy Fund Cons
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VSCGX is the ticker symbol for Vanguard Lifestrategy Fund Cons, a Small Growth mutual fund managed by Vanguard. The fund invests in a mix of Vanguard mutual funds according to an asset-allocation strategy that reflects an allocation of approximately 60% of the fund’s assets to fixed-income securities and 40% to common stocks. The fund’s indirect fixed-income holdings are a diversified mix of short-, intermediate-, and long-term U.S. government, U.S. agency, and investment-grade U.S. corporate bonds; mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities; and government, agency, corporate, and securitized investment-grade foreign bonds issued in currencies other than the U.S. dollar.
VSCGX has an expense ratio of 0.00% per year. On a $10,000 investment, that amounts to roughly $0 annually in fund fees. This is considered a very low-cost fund.
VSCGX has posted a 1-year return of +13.00%, 3-year return of +13.01%, 5-year return of +6.37%, 10-year return of +105.68%. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Returns are annualized for periods greater than one year.
VSCGX requires a minimum initial investment of $3,000. Some brokerages or retirement accounts may waive or reduce this minimum.
Whether VSCGX is right for you depends on your investment goals, time horizon, and risk tolerance. Key factors to evaluate include its 0.00% expense ratio, Small Growth category exposure, historical returns, and how it fits within your broader portfolio. We recommend comparing it against similar funds in the same category and consulting a qualified financial advisor.
Important: Past performance does not guarantee future results. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Please consult with a financial advisor before making investment decisions.
