The Vanguard Group differs greatly from most other asset managers and mutual fund companies. Vanguard is organized as a mutual company, meaning the firm is ultimately owned by the shareholders ...

Vanguard and T. Rowe Price both have web platforms while lacking separate desktop applications. The web portals are standard fare with real-time data streaming as you choose investments.

The company removed a section from its 'proxy voting policy' which called for company boards to include individuals with diverse backgrounds.

Commissions do not affect our editors' opinions or evaluations. Vanguard offers more than 80 exchange-traded funds in the U.S. tailored to a broad range of investment strategies and financial goals.