Why Vanguard?

Vanguard is a different kind of investment company. It was founded in the United States in 1975 on a simple but revolutionary idea: that an investment company should manage its funds solely in the interests of its clients.

This is a philosophy that has helped millions of people around the world to achieve their goals with low-cost, uncomplicated investments.

It's what we stand for: value to investors.

Vanguard facts and figures

Headquarters

Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, USA

Chairman and CEO

Mortimer J. Buckley

Funds offered

203 in the US, and 227 funds in markets outside the US*

Founded in

1975

Global AUM

USD 8.2 trillion**

Ownership

Client owned***

Number of employees

20,000 worldwide****

* Data as of 31 August 2023

** Data as of 31 July 2023. Monetary figures are in US dollars. 

*** The Vanguard Group, Inc. is owned by Vanguard's US-domiciled funds and ETFs. Those funds in turn are owned by their investors. 

**** Crew headcount updated annually as of 31 December 2022.

The Vanguard difference

Our unique mutual ownership structure in the US, where we are owned by our clients*, means our interests are aligned with those of our investors globally. It is this structure that underpins our core purpose, which is to take a stand for all investors, treat them fairly and give them the best chance for investment success. Read our guides to discover the true Vanguard difference.

Discover our four principles for investment success
Get the quick overview of who Vanguard is
Read more about what makes Vanguard different

Low cost, uncomplicated investments

Investors can't control the markets, but they can control costs. Every pound paid in fees is a pound less of potential return. That is why we focus on low-cost, uncomplicated funds that can help investors meet their long-term goals. Explore our range below.

View all equity funds registered for sale in your country
View all fixed income funds registered for sale in your country
View all multi-asset funds registered for sale in your country
Important notice


We don’t offer investment advice based on personal circumstances. If you are unsure whether the products mentioned on this site are suitable for you, please speak to a financial adviser.

Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. The value of investments, and the income from them, may fall or rise and you may get back less than you invested. 

Investment in one or more units or shares of any UCITS is not exempt from risk. Before any investment, we recommend that you read the relevant prospectus, and especially its section on risks, and Key Information Document(s) (“KID”).