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Vanguard Windsor II Fund Admiral Shares

VWNAX
Large Value
Vanguard

The fund invests mainly in large- and mid-capitalization companies whose stocks are considered by an advisor to be undervalued. Undervalued stocks are generally those that are out of favor with investors and that the advisor believes are trading at prices that are below average in relation to measures such as earnings and book value. These stocks often have above-average dividend yields. It uses multiple investment advisors.

Expense Ratio
0.01%
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5-Year Return
+10.45%
How to read fund performance
Volatility
+11.20%
What is volatility?
Total Assets
$64.9K
Performance History
1-Year Return+19.70%
3-Year Return+16.45%
5-Year Return+10.45%
10-Year Return+13.00%
Fund Details
Minimum Investment$3,000
Fund ManagerVanguard Management Team
Inception Date2001-05-13
Assets Under Management$64,938 M
Data Last UpdatedMay 26, 2026
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Top Holdings

GOOGAlphabet Inc Class C
0.00%
TSMTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co Ltd ADR
0.00%
MSFTMicrosoft Corp
0.00%
AMZNAmazon.com Inc
0.00%
CRMSalesforce Inc
0.00%
AIGAmerican International Group Inc
0.00%
CTVACorteva Inc
0.00%
METAMeta Platforms Inc Class A
0.00%
ELVElevance Health Inc
0.00%
STXSeagate Technology Holdings PLC
0.00%

Top holdings shown as percentage of fund assets. Data sourced from fund filings. Holdings may change over time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is VWNAX?

VWNAX is the ticker symbol for Vanguard Windsor II Fund Admiral Shares, a Large Value mutual fund managed by Vanguard. The fund invests mainly in large- and mid-capitalization companies whose stocks are considered by an advisor to be undervalued. Undervalued stocks are generally those that are out of favor with investors and that the advisor believes are trading at prices that are below average in relation to measures such as earnings and book value. These stocks often have above-average dividend yields. It uses multiple investment advisors.

What is the expense ratio for VWNAX?

VWNAX has an expense ratio of 0.01% per year. On a $10,000 investment, that amounts to roughly $1 annually in fund fees. This is considered a very low-cost fund.

How has VWNAX performed historically?

VWNAX has posted a 1-year return of +19.70%, 3-year return of +16.45%, 5-year return of +10.45%, 10-year return of +13.00%. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Returns are annualized for periods greater than one year.

What is the minimum investment for VWNAX?

VWNAX requires a minimum initial investment of $3,000. Some brokerages or retirement accounts may waive or reduce this minimum.

Is VWNAX a good investment?

Whether VWNAX is right for you depends on your investment goals, time horizon, and risk tolerance. Key factors to evaluate include its 0.01% expense ratio, Large Value 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.

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