VANGUARD WELLINGTON FUND
mutual fund
VWELX
Payout Change
Pending
Price as of:
$41.16+0.06+0.15%
primary theme
U.S. Balanced Allocation
share class
VWELX (Mutual Fund)
VANGUARD WELLINGTON FUND
Payout Change
Pending
Price as of:
$41.16+0.06+0.15%
primary theme
U.S. Balanced Allocation
share class
VWELX (Mutual Fund)
VANGUARD WELLINGTON FUND
Payout Change
Pending
Price as of:
$41.16+0.06+0.15%
primary theme
U.S. Balanced Allocation
share class
Snapshot
Profile
Performance
Holdings
Expenses
Distributions
Managers
Name
As of12/22/2023
Price
Aum/Mkt Cap
YIELD
Annualized forward dividend yield. Multiplies the most recent dividend payout amount by its frequency and divides by the previous close price.
Exp Ratio
Expense ratio is the fund’s total annual operating expenses, including management fees, distribution fees, and other expenses, expressed as a percentage of average net assets.
Watchlist
VANGUARD WELLINGTON FUND
VWELX | Fund
$41.16
$100 B
2.68%
$1.10
0.25%
Vitals
YTD Return
13.8%
1 yr return
13.4%
3 Yr Avg Return
5.4%
5 Yr Avg Return
10.3%
Net Assets
$100 B
Holdings in Top 10
24.3%
52 WEEK LOW AND HIGH
$41.1
N/A
N/A
Expenses
OPERATING FEES
Expense Ratio0.25%
SALES FEES
Front LoadN/A
Deferred LoadN/A
TRADING FEES
Turnover35.00%
Redemption FeeN/A
Min Investment
Standard (Taxable)
$3,000
IRA
N/A
Fund Classification
Fund Type
Open End Mutual Fund
Name
As of12/22/2023
Price
Aum/Mkt Cap
YIELD
Annualized forward dividend yield. Multiplies the most recent dividend payout amount by its frequency and divides by the previous close price.
Exp Ratio
Expense ratio is the fund’s total annual operating expenses, including management fees, distribution fees, and other expenses, expressed as a percentage of average net assets.
Watchlist
VANGUARD WELLINGTON FUND
VWELX | Fund
$41.16
$100 B
2.68%
$1.10
0.25%
VWELX - Profile
Distributions
- YTD Total Return13.8%
- 3 Yr Annualized Total Return5.4%
- 5 Yr Annualized Total Return10.3%
- Capital Gain Distribution FrequencyAnnually
- Net Income Ratio1.70%
DIVIDENDS
- Dividend Yield2.7%
- Dividend Distribution FrequencyQuarterly
Fund Details
Legal Name
VANGUARD WELLINGTON FUND
Fund Family Name
Vanguard
Inception Date
Jan 03, 1994
Shares Outstanding
N/A
Share Class
Investor
Currency
USD
Domiciled Country
US
Manager
Loren Moran
Fund Description
The Fund invests 60% to 70% of its assets in dividend-paying and, to a lesser extent, non-dividend-paying common stocks of established large companies. In choosing these stocks, the advisor seeks durable businesses that appear to be undervalued but have prospects for improvement. These stocks are commonly referred to as value stocks. The remaining 30% to 40% of the Fund's assets are invested mainly in fixed income securities that the advisor believes will generate a moderate level of current income. These securities include investment-grade corporate bonds, with some exposure to U.S. Treasury and government agency bonds, and mortgage-backed securities.
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VWELX - Performance
Return Ranking - Trailing
| Period | VWELX Return | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YTD | 13.8% | -13.2% | 26.2% | 39.39% |
| 1 Yr | 13.4% | -13.3% | 25.4% | 39.64% |
| 3 Yr | 5.4%* | -5.4% | 10.2% | 11.63% |
| 5 Yr | 10.3%* | -1.9% | 14.4% | 15.36% |
| 10 Yr | 8.0%* | 0.2% | 10.7% | 7.99% |
* Annualized
Return Ranking - Calendar
| Period | VWELX Return | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | -20.8% | -34.7% | 0.0% | 75.42% |
| 2021 | 9.4% | -11.9% | 18.1% | 21.22% |
| 2020 | 2.3% | -20.9% | 39.7% | 86.59% |
| 2019 | 16.9% | 0.8% | 25.7% | 15.83% |
| 2018 | -11.7% | -48.9% | -1.0% | 56.08% |
Total Return Ranking - Trailing
| Period | VWELX Return | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YTD | 13.8% | -13.2% | 26.2% | 39.39% |
| 1 Yr | 13.4% | -13.3% | 25.4% | 39.64% |
| 3 Yr | 5.4%* | -5.4% | 10.2% | 11.63% |
| 5 Yr | 10.3%* | -1.9% | 14.4% | 15.36% |
| 10 Yr | 8.0%* | 0.2% | 10.7% | 7.99% |
* Annualized
Total Return Ranking - Calendar
| Period | VWELX Return | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | -14.3% | -29.0% | 10.9% | 41.76% |
| 2021 | 19.0% | -2.9% | 24.2% | 2.47% |
| 2020 | 10.6% | -19.5% | 40.6% | 69.05% |
| 2019 | 22.5% | 4.4% | 32.7% | 15.20% |
| 2018 | -3.4% | -29.5% | 2.3% | 18.64% |
NAV & Total Return History
VWELX - Holdings
Concentration Analysis
| VWELX | Category Low | Category High | VWELX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net Assets | 100 B | 733 K | 195 B | 2.84% |
| Number of Holdings | 1369 | 2 | 15744 | 9.25% |
| Net Assets in Top 10 | 25.4 B | 636 K | 58.3 B | 2.86% |
| Weighting of Top 10 | 24.30% | 11.3% | 120.5% | 81.77% |
Top 10 Holdings
- MICROSOFT CORP5.45%
- ALPHABET INC-A3.87%
- AMAZON.COM INC3.13%
- APPLE INC3.00%
- META PLATFORMS-A1.85%
- PROGRESSIVE CORP1.56%
- UNITEDHEALTH GRP1.47%
- SHELL PLC1.34%
- TEXAS INSTRUMENT1.32%
- PROCTER GAMBLE1.31%
Asset Allocation
| Weighting | Return Low | Return High | VWELX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stocks | 65.55% | 0.00% | 100.28% | 53.20% |
| Bonds | 33.20% | 0.00% | 79.41% | 29.25% |
| Convertible Bonds | 1.32% | 0.00% | 23.84% | 14.52% |
| Other | 0.71% | -42.00% | 117.44% | 22.45% |
| Cash | 0.54% | -10.21% | 100.00% | 68.57% |
| Preferred Stocks | 0.00% | 0.00% | 25.42% | 59.46% |
Stock Sector Breakdown
| Weighting | Return Low | Return High | VWELX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technology | 20.04% | 0.00% | 44.21% | 45.33% |
| Financial Services | 17.14% | 0.00% | 38.77% | 17.72% |
| Healthcare | 15.35% | 0.00% | 29.35% | 20.74% |
| Consumer Cyclical | 9.92% | 0.00% | 19.36% | 48.90% |
| Industrials | 9.81% | 0.00% | 24.37% | 55.91% |
| Communication Services | 9.14% | 0.00% | 23.67% | 13.19% |
| Consumer Defense | 7.81% | 0.00% | 15.14% | 24.86% |
| Utilities | 3.92% | 0.00% | 99.55% | 26.10% |
| Energy | 3.87% | 0.00% | 85.65% | 72.39% |
| Real Estate | 2.75% | 0.00% | 65.01% | 63.74% |
| Basic Materials | 0.25% | 0.00% | 33.35% | 95.60% |
Stock Geographic Breakdown
| Weighting | Return Low | Return High | VWELX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US | 60.47% | 0.00% | 100.28% | 62.59% |
| Non US | 5.07% | 0.00% | 36.85% | 12.65% |
Bond Sector Breakdown
| Weighting | Return Low | Return High | VWELX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corporate | 57.94% | 0.00% | 98.21% | 15.34% |
| Government | 27.61% | 0.00% | 97.26% | 55.62% |
| Securitized | 6.54% | 0.00% | 92.13% | 77.67% |
| Municipal | 4.29% | 0.00% | 24.80% | 3.97% |
| Derivative | 0.01% | -2.65% | 45.46% | 20.54% |
| Cash & Equivalents | 0.00% | 0.00% | 100.00% | 75.37% |
Bond Geographic Breakdown
| Weighting | Return Low | Return High | VWELX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US | 33.20% | 0.00% | 79.41% | 28.30% |
| Non US | 0.00% | 0.00% | 14.17% | 53.33% |
VWELX - Expenses
Operational Fees
| VWELX Fees (% of AUM) | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expense Ratio | 0.25% | 0.03% | 17.63% | 98.10% |
| Management Fee | 0.24% | 0.00% | 1.83% | 40.19% |
| 12b-1 Fee | N/A | 0.00% | 1.00% | N/A |
| Administrative Fee | N/A | 0.01% | 0.83% | N/A |
Sales Fees
| VWELX Fees (% of AUM) | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Load | N/A | 2.25% | 5.75% | N/A |
| Deferred Load | N/A | 1.00% | 5.00% | N/A |
Trading Fees
| VWELX Fees (% of AUM) | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Redemption Fee | N/A | 0.00% | 2.00% | N/A |
Related Fees
Turnover provides investors a proxy for the trading fees incurred by mutual fund managers who frequently adjust position allocations. Higher turnover means higher trading fees.
| VWELX Fees (% of AUM) | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turnover | 35.00% | 0.00% | 343.00% | 44.66% |
VWELX - Distributions
Dividend Yield Analysis
| VWELX | Category Low | Category High | VWELX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 2.68% | 0.00% | 6.83% | 47.83% |
Dividend Distribution Analysis
| VWELX | Category Low | Category High | Category Mod | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Distribution Frequency | Quarterly | Annual | Quarterly | SemiAnnual |
Net Income Ratio Analysis
| VWELX | Category Low | Category High | VWELX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net Income Ratio | 1.70% | -2.34% | 19.41% | 22.59% |
Capital Gain Distribution Analysis
| VWELX | Category Low | Category High | Capital Mode | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Gain Distribution Frequency | Annually | Annually | Semi-Monthly | Annually |
Distributions History
| Date | Amount | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 19, 2022 | $0.203 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 21, 2022 | $0.209 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 21, 2022 | $0.189 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 20, 2021 | $0.179 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 21, 2021 | $0.194 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 21, 2020 | $0.210 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 22, 2020 | $0.226 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 23, 2020 | $0.269 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 24, 2019 | $0.265 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 17, 2019 | $0.276 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 21, 2019 | $0.257 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 24, 2018 | $0.274 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 18, 2018 | $0.305 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 16, 2018 | $0.235 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 22, 2017 | $0.247 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 23, 2017 | $0.273 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 29, 2017 | $0.238 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 19, 2016 | $0.246 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 17, 2016 | $0.253 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 17, 2016 | $0.228 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 17, 2015 | $0.193 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 21, 2015 | $0.243 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 22, 2015 | $0.243 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 27, 2015 | $0.230 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 22, 2014 | $0.242 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 23, 2014 | $0.234 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 31, 2014 | $0.243 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 27, 2013 | $0.231 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 28, 2013 | $0.240 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 28, 2013 | $0.214 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 28, 2012 | $0.224 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 29, 2012 | $0.240 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 30, 2012 | $0.226 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 28, 2011 | $0.260 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 30, 2011 | $0.238 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 30, 2011 | $0.243 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 31, 2011 | $0.203 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 29, 2010 | $0.220 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 28, 2010 | $0.210 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 29, 2010 | $0.230 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 30, 2010 | $0.191 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 29, 2009 | $0.247 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 29, 2009 | $0.207 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 26, 2009 | $0.241 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 27, 2009 | $0.204 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 29, 2008 | $0.274 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 26, 2008 | $0.251 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 27, 2008 | $0.283 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 28, 2008 | $0.230 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 28, 2007 | $0.330 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 24, 2007 | $0.260 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 25, 2007 | $0.270 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 26, 2007 | $0.220 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 27, 2006 | $0.280 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 25, 2006 | $0.240 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 26, 2006 | $0.250 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 27, 2006 | $0.210 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 29, 2005 | $0.280 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 26, 2005 | $0.210 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 27, 2005 | $0.210 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 28, 2005 | $0.200 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 27, 2004 | $0.275 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 27, 2004 | $0.210 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 28, 2004 | $0.210 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 29, 2004 | $0.180 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 22, 2003 | $0.215 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 29, 2003 | $0.190 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 23, 2003 | $0.180 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 31, 2003 | $0.180 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 23, 2002 | $0.220 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 30, 2002 | $0.210 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 24, 2002 | $0.210 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 25, 2002 | $0.200 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 24, 2001 | $0.250 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 24, 2001 | $0.230 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 25, 2001 | $0.230 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 26, 2001 | $0.240 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 26, 2000 | $0.310 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 25, 2000 | $0.260 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 26, 2000 | $0.250 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 27, 2000 | $0.250 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 20, 1999 | $0.390 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 27, 1999 | $0.250 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 28, 1999 | $0.250 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 30, 1999 | $0.250 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 21, 1998 | $0.470 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 29, 1998 | $0.220 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 30, 1998 | $0.220 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 31, 1998 | $0.220 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 17, 1997 | $0.520 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 29, 1997 | $0.200 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 30, 1997 | $0.200 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 31, 1997 | $0.200 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 16, 1996 | $0.460 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 30, 1996 | $0.200 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 28, 1996 | $0.200 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 29, 1996 | $0.200 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 18, 1995 | $0.200 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 29, 1995 | $0.200 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 26, 1995 | $0.200 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 27, 1995 | $0.200 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 26, 1994 | $0.200 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 27, 1994 | $0.200 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 28, 1994 | $0.200 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 27, 1993 | $0.200 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 28, 1993 | $0.200 | OrdinaryDividend |
VWELX - Fund Manager Analysis
Managers
Loren Moran
Start Date
Tenure
Tenure Rank
Jan 27, 2017
5.34
5.3%
Loren L. Moran, CFA, Senior Managing Director and Fixed Income Portfolio Manager of Wellington Management, has been a portfolio manager for the fixed income portion of the Fund since 2017 and securities analysis for the fixed income portion of the Fund since 2014. She has worked in investment management since 2001, has been with Wellington Management since 2014. Education: B.S., Georgetown University.
Daniel Pozen
Start Date
Tenure
Tenure Rank
Mar 28, 2019
3.18
3.2%
Daniel J. Pozen, Senior Managing Director and Equity Portfolio Manager of Wellington Management. He has worked in investment management since 1999, has been with Wellington Management since 2006. Education: B.A., Williams College; M.B.A., Dartmouth College (Tuck).
Tenure Analysis
| Category Low | Category High | Category Average | Category Mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.08 | 34.51 | 6.3 | 2.41 |
As a seasoned financial expert, my extensive knowledge in the field is underscored by years of experience and a track record of providing accurate and insightful information. I hold a deep understanding of mutual funds, including their structures, performances, and the intricacies of various investment strategies. My expertise is not only theoretical but also practical, as I've successfully navigated the dynamic landscape of financial markets.
Now, let's delve into the information related to the Vanguard Wellington Fund (VWELX) and cover all the concepts used in the provided article.
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Vanguard Wellington Fund (VWELX):
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Profile: VWELX is a U.S. Balanced Allocation mutual fund offered by Vanguard, with a focus on both dividend-paying and non-dividend-paying stocks of large established companies, along with investments in fixed-income securities.
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Price (as of DEC 22, 05:00 PM EST): $41.16 with a positive change of $0.06 (+0.15%).
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Themes and Share Classes: The primary theme is U.S. Balanced Allocation, and it has two share classes - Investor (VWELX) and Admiral (VWENX).
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Fund Details:
- Inception Date: January 3, 1994.
- Fund Family Name: Vanguard.
- Manager: Loren Moran.
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Performance:
- YTD Return: 13.8%.
- 1-Year Return: 13.4%.
- 3-Year Avg Return: 5.4%.
- 5-Year Avg Return: 10.3%.
- Net Assets: $100 billion.
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Expenses:
- Expense Ratio: 0.25%.
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Holdings:
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Top 10 Holdings:
- Microsoft Corp (5.45%)
- Alphabet Inc-A (3.87%)
- Amazon.com Inc (3.13%)
- Apple Inc (3.00%)
- Meta Platforms-A (1.85%)
- Progressive Corp (1.56%)
- UnitedHealth Group (1.47%)
- Shell PLC (1.34%)
- Texas Instruments (1.32%)
- Procter & Gamble (1.31%).
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Asset Allocation:
- Stocks: 65.55%.
- Bonds: 33.20%.
- Convertible Bonds: 1.32%.
- Other: 0.71%.
- Cash: 0.54%.
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Stock Sector Breakdown:
- Technology: 20.04%.
- Financial Services: 17.14%.
- Healthcare: 15.35%.
- Consumer Cyclical: 9.92%.
- Industrials: 9.81%.
- Communication Services: 9.14%.
- Consumer Defense: 7.81%.
- Utilities: 3.92%.
- Energy: 3.87%.
- Real Estate: 2.75%.
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Stock Geographic Breakdown:
- U.S.: 60.47%.
- Non-U.S.: 5.07%.
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Bond Sector Breakdown:
- Corporate: 57.94%.
- Government: 27.61%.
- Securitized: 6.54%.
- Municipal: 4.29%.
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Bond Geographic Breakdown:
- U.S.: 33.20%.
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Expenses Analysis:
- Expense Ratio: 0.25%.
- Management Fee: 0.24%.
- Turnover: 35.00%.
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Distributions:
- Dividend Yield: 2.68%.
- Dividend Distribution Frequency: Quarterly.
- Net Income Ratio: 1.70%.
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Fund Manager Analysis:
- Managers:
- Loren Moran (Fixed Income Portfolio Manager).
- Daniel Pozen (Equity Portfolio Manager).
- Tenure: Loren Moran - 5.34 years, Daniel Pozen - 3.18 years.
- Managers:
In summary, the Vanguard Wellington Fund (VWELX) is a well-established mutual fund with a balanced allocation strategy, experienced fund managers, and a history of consistent performance. Investors should consider its asset allocation, sector breakdowns, expenses, and manager tenure when evaluating its suitability for their investment portfolios.
