No-load mutual funds | Vanguard (2024)

What you can expect from Vanguard no-load mutual funds

We keep your investing costs low

The average Vanguard mutual fund expense ratio is 82% less than the industry average.*

What does that mean for you? When less is taken out of your funds' earnings to cover expenses, more stays in your account—where it belongs.

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See how Admiral™ Shares help keep your costs under control

We have a track record of competitive long-term performance

86% of Vanguard no-load mutual funds performed better than their peer-group averages over the past 10 years.**

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We hire top mutual fund managers

If you're looking for index funds, look no further. As the company that launched the first index fund for individual investors, we have expert fund managers with decades of experience. Our Equity Investment and Fixed Income Groups have the experience and expertise you'd expect from the company that pioneered index investing.

See how Vanguard index funds stand above the rest

You can also check out our wide selection of actively managed funds. We complement our in-house teams with portfolio managers from around the world, who embrace our values and long-term perspective. These managers are rigorously selected for their experience, expertise, and data-driven processes that promote sound decision-making.

Find out if actively managed funds could help you beat the market

What you can expect every day as a Vanguard client

The help you need, when you need it

Whether you're handling day-to-day account management tasks or taking an in-depth look at your portfolio, you can count on the high-quality service you'd expect from an industry leader.

Opportunities for higher levels of personal attention

As your account grows, you can look forward to decreasing costs and increasing levels of personalization and advice.

See what you get as a Voyager or Flagship Services client

All the investment flexibility you want

Interested in expanding your portfolio beyond Vanguard mutual funds? With a Vanguard Brokerage Account, you can choose from more than 60 Vanguard ETFs® (exchange-traded funds), gain access to thousands of non-Vanguard mutual funds and ETFs, or complement your portfolio with individual stocks, bonds, and certificates of deposit (CDs).

Experience the Vanguard ETF® advantage

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