Vanguard Long-Term Bond ETF
BLV
Market cap $5.76B

72.69 USD

-0.90

1.22%

At close Oct 17, 4:00 PM EDT

After hours

72.67

-0.02

0.03%

1 day

-1.22%

5 days

0.28%

1 month

-4.96%

3 months

0.79%

6 months

5.87%

Year to date

-1.90%

1 year

12.21%

5 years

-28.11%

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Funds holding %

of 6,740 funds

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Analysts bullish %

Fund manager confidence

Based on 2024 Q2 SEC filings by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

38% more repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 155 | Existing positions reduced: 112

16% more first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 44 | Existing positions closed: 38

2% more funds holding

Funds holding: 353 [Q1] → 359 (+6) [Q2]

2.09% less ownership

Funds ownership: 56.68% [Q1] → 54.59% (-2.09%) [Q2]

7% less funds holding in top 10

Funds holding in top 10: 15 [Q1] → 14 (-1) [Q2]

9% less capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $3.25B [Q1] → $2.94B (-$308M) [Q2]

60% less call options, than puts

Call options by funds: $1.99M | Put options by funds: $4.96M

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Research analyst outlook

We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for BLV.

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Financial journalist opinion

Based on 3 articles about BLV published over the past 30 days

The Motley Fool

2 Vanguard ETFs to Buy Hand Over Fist and 1 to Avoid

The time is right for two Vanguard ETFs.

2 Vanguard ETFs to Buy Hand Over Fist and 1 to Avoid

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Vanguard Long-Term Bond ETF: What You Need to Know Before You Buy

Vanguard Long-Term Bond ETF is a great option. Just make sure long-term is what you want.

Vanguard Long-Term Bond ETF: What You Need to Know Before You Buy

Fed Takes Aggressive Rate Cut Approach: Now What?

The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 0.50% today as it continues to aim for a soft-landing scenario. The interest rate cut is the first in the Fed's historic fight against inflation that's lasted over two years.

Fed Takes Aggressive Rate Cut Approach: Now What?

Undercovered ETFs You Should Know About: 12 Analysts' Picks From August-September 2024

The 'Undercovered' Dozen ETF edition highlights less covered ETFs, focusing on seven in-depth analyses and five brief mentions, from articles published between August 15th and September 16th. The Invesco Russell 1000 Dynamic Multifactor ETF (OMFL) has shown volatility but is stabilizing; patience is advised by The Sunday Investor as its high-quality selections might perform well. The SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 High Dividend ETF (SPYD) offers a 4.07% yield but lacks complexity according to MacroGirl; consider alternatives like PEY.

Undercovered ETFs You Should Know About: 12 Analysts' Picks From August-September 2024

The Motley Fool

2 Fixed-Income ETFs to Consider Before the Fed Cuts Rates

Long-term bonds could become far more valuable if rates fall. There are two excellent Vanguard ETFs that focus on long-term bonds.

2 Fixed-Income ETFs to Consider Before the Fed Cuts Rates

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I Need More Fixed Income in My Portfolio. Here Are 3 Great Vanguard ETFs That Could Help Me Get It.

One popular rule of thumb states that by subtracting your age from 110, you can figure out your ideal stock and fixed-income allocations. I've generally focused on stocks, and don't have nearly enough fixed-income assets.

I Need More Fixed Income in My Portfolio. Here Are 3 Great Vanguard ETFs That Could Help Me Get It.

3 Good ETFs When Interest Rates Fall

#Morningstar  #InterestRates #ETFInvesting Interest-rate cuts could flip the script for these funds. 00:00 Introduction 00:29 Hartford Total Return Bond ETF HTRB 01:43 Vanguard Long-Term Bond ETF BLV 02:48 Schwab U.S. Small-Cap ETF SCHA Ryan Jackson: Warren Buffett compares interest rates to gravity when it comes to pricing investments.

3 Good ETFs When Interest Rates Fall

The Motley Fool

3 Vanguard ETFs to Buy Hand Over Fist if the Fed Cuts Rates in September

Long-term bonds should rise as interest rates fall, making the Vanguard Long-Term Bond ETF a good pick. REITs benefit from lower rates, boosting the Vanguard Real Estate ETF.

3 Vanguard ETFs to Buy Hand Over Fist if the Fed Cuts Rates in September

BLV: Time To Upgrade Vanguard's Long Duration Fund

BLV's performance has significantly declined over the past two years due to rising interest rates, leading to a 30% drawdown in share prices. The Federal Reserve's unprecedented rate hikes have caused bond yields to increase, impacting BLV's net asset value. Forecasted rate cuts by the Federal Reserve could potentially lead to an increase in the value of BLV's portfolio, earning the fund an upgrade.

BLV: Time To Upgrade Vanguard's Long Duration Fund

The Motley Fool

1 No-Brainer Bond ETF to Buy Right Now for Less Than $500

This ETF owns 3,091 long-term bonds and has an exceptionally low annual expense ratio. Long-term bond prices will likely increase if the Fed cuts interest rates next month.

1 No-Brainer Bond ETF to Buy Right Now for Less Than $500

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