The Evolution of Foreign Stock Index Funds
What is the best way to make a selection?
Mentioned: Schwab International Equity ETF™ (SCHF)
, Vanguard Total International Stock ETF (VXUS)
, iShares Core MSCI Total Intl Stk ETF (IXUS)
, iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF (IEFA)
, SPDR® Portfolio Developed Wld ex-US ETF (SPDW)
, Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF (VEA)
Daniel Sotiroff: Foreign stock index funds have evolved in a few good ways over the past two decades. They now cover a much wider range of markets, and fees have declined to a level similar as U.S.-focused index funds.
Low fees are a starting point when selecting a foreign stock index fund, as low fee index-tracking funds typically prove tough to beat over the long-run. Costs aside, there are some other things that separate good from great.
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Daniel Sotiroff has a position in the following securities mentioned above: VEA. Find out about Morningstar’s editorial policies.