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“Why Vanguard?” Our CEO’s answer

In this excerpt from a January 10, 2023, webcast, Tim Buckley explains what sets the firm apart.
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March 22, 2023
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In this webcast excerpt, Vanguard CEO Tim Buckley discusses one of the company's most distinguishing features—our focus on clients' results.

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Massy Williams: "Vanguard built a reputation as a low-cost mutual fund provider, but it is no longer the only player in that space. What will distinguish Vanguard when you think about the low-cost option in the coming years?"

I think Kevin is really asking us: Why Vanguard? Why should people come here?

Tim Buckley: The most important thing is to understand what we were founded on, right—the idea of giving clients a fair shake, right, putting their interest first, and letting them keep more of their return. That's what defines us, not simply low-cost index funds. 

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