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| 1 Year | 5 Year | 5 Year Annualized | Since IPO | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VBIAX | +15.1% | +57.18% | +9.47% | +400% |
| S&P | +14.5% | +93.32% | +14.09% | +396% |
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