Vanguard Target Retirement 2050 Fund (VFIFX) Research

The Vanguard Target Retirement 2050 Fund offers an all-in-one, broadly diversified investment option with an asset allocation that progressively shifts over time. As the designated retirement year draws closer, the fund systematically reduces its exposure to stocks and increases its holdings in bonds. This rebalancing strategy continues for approximately seven years past the retirement date, eventually aligning its asset mix with the Vanguard Target Retirement Income Fund. Prospective investors should be comfortable with the inherent market fluctuations associated with both equity and fixed-income securities. This specific fund is designed for individuals anticipating retirement roughly between 2048 and 2052.

Market snapshot

Symbol
VFIFX
Price
$66.09
Day change
+1.12%
Market cap
$109.9B
52-week range
52.91-66.43
Sector
Financial Services
Industry
Asset Management

Peer companies

  • American Funds AMCAP Fund (AMPFX)
  • Dodge & Cox International Stock Fund (DODFX)
  • Vanguard Target Retirement 2055 Fund (VFFVX)
  • Vanguard Target Retirement 2040 Fund (VFORX)
  • Vanguard Target Retirement 2030 Fund (VTHRX)
  • Vanguard Target Retirement 2045 Fund (VTIVX)
  • Vanguard Target Retirement 2035 Fund (VTTHX)
  • Vanguard Target Retirement 2060 Fund (VTTSX)

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