VEA Is Crushing SPY This Year, but the Decade-Long Scorecard Tells a Different Story

Most American portfolios carry an unspoken bet: that U.S. mega-caps will keep leading the world.

24/7 Wall Street • Jul 21, 2026

Diversified Portfolios Show Resilience Amid Escalating Iran War

With the Iran war escalating, the conflict is again getting harder to ignore, which strengthens the case for maintaining a globally diversified portfolio. Energy prices are rising again, and the specter of elevated inflation and potential Federal Reserve rate hikes is once more a risk factor on the march.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 20, 2026

Looking for International Diversification? Here's How Vanguard's VXUS and VEA ETFs Compare in 2026.

Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF offers a slightly lower expense ratio of 0.03% compared to 0.05% for Vanguard Total International Stock ETF. Vanguard Total International Stock ETF provides exposure to both developed and emerging markets, while Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF focuses exclusively on developed economies.

The Motley Fool • Jul 15, 2026

Which Is the Better Global ETF for Long-Term Investors: Vanguard's VEA or State Street's NZAC?

NZAC provides exposure to global companies meeting environmental standards, whereas VEA focuses on traditional non-U.S. developed markets. VEA maintains a significantly lower expense ratio and holds a much larger asset base than the NZAC climate fund.

The Motley Fool • Jul 14, 2026

Total Return Forecasts: Major Asset Classes - July 2, 2026

The outlook for long-term total return for the Global Market Index (GMI) edged up again in June, touching the highest level in recent history. Despite the recent rise, the expected performance remains well below GMI's realized return over the trailing ten-year window.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 2, 2026

Vanguard Fund Battle: Is The FTSE Developed Markets ETF Better than the FTSE Emerging Markets ETF?

Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF offers exposure to established international economies like Canada and Europe whereas Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF targets developing nations such as China and Brazil. Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF carries a lower expense ratio of 0.03% compared to 0.06% for Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF.

The Motley Fool • Jun 29, 2026

Managing Exposure to International Equity ETFs Amid UK Political Shifts

Developed international equity ETFs are presenting unique diversification challenges for investors this summer. In light of ongoing UK political developments, selecting the correct international vehicle requires a granular look at geographic exposures.

ETF Trends • Jun 22, 2026

Which Is the Better International ETF, Vanguard's VEA Targeting Developed Markets or Schwab's Emerging Markets-Focused SCHE?

The Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF offers a lower expense ratio and higher assets under management than the Schwab Emerging Markets Equity ETF. The Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF has provided higher total returns over the last five years and experienced a lower maximum drawdown.

The Motley Fool • Jun 18, 2026

Dividend Safety Check: International Developed Equity Income with AVDE

Avantis International Equity ETF (NYSEARCA:AVDE) is a popular vehicle for international dividend income.

24/7 Wall Street • Jun 15, 2026

Vanguard Overtakes iShares as Largest ETF Provider in Historic Industry Shift

The ETF industry has reached a historic turning point. Vanguard has officially surpassed BlackRock's iShares to become the largest ETF provider.

ETF Trends • Jun 12, 2026