Growth of $10,000 in VGK
Vanguard European Stock Index Fund · Vanguard
A $10,000 investment compounding at VGK’s trailing 10-year annualized total return of 10.3% would reach $71,170 in 20 years. The table shows every combination of averaging period and horizon; returns include dividends and are net of the fund's 0.06% expense ratio. Past performance does not predict future results.
Projection table
| Horizon | At 3-year avg (17.9%) | At 5-year avg (9.6%) | At 10-year avg (10.3%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 years | $22,742 | $15,786 | $16,333 |
| 10 years | $51,721 | $24,918 | $26,678 |
| 15 years | $117,624 | $39,335 | $43,574 |
| 20 years | $267,503 | $62,093 | $71,170 |
| 25 years | $608,360 | $98,017 | $116,244 |
| 30 years | $1,383,544 | $154,725 | $189,866 |
Annualized total returns as of Aug 7, 2026, dividends reinvested. A constant rate is an illustration of compounding — real markets are far bumpier.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What would $10,000 in VGK be worth in 10 years?
Compounding at its trailing 10-year annualized return of 10.3%, $10,000 in VGK would grow to about $26,678 in 10 years and $71,170 in 20 years. Real returns arrive unevenly, so treat this as an illustration of compounding, not a forecast.
What is VGK's average annual return?
As of Aug 7, 2026, VGK's annualized total returns were 17.9% over 3 years, 9.6% over 5 years, 10.3% over 10 years — dividends reinvested, net of its 0.06% expense ratio.