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Vanguard Core Bond ETF

76.20 USD
+0.19
0.25%
At close Dec 20, 4:00 PM EST
1 day
0.25%
5 days
-0.78%
1 month
-0.52%
3 months
-4.01%
6 months
-0.31%
Year to date
-1.08%
1 year
-1.36%
5 years
-0.97%
10 years
-0.97%
0
Funds holding %
of 6,809 funds
Analysts bullish %

Fund manager confidence

Based on 2024 Q3 regulatory filings by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

600% more first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 14 | Existing positions closed: 2

450% more repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 33 | Existing positions reduced: 6

342% more capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $207M [Q2] → $916M (+$709M) [Q3]

133% more funds holding in top 10

Funds holding in top 10: 6 [Q2] → 14 (+8) [Q3]

28% more funds holding

Funds holding: 43 [Q2] → 55 (+12) [Q3]

14.62% more ownership

Funds ownership: 68.21% [Q2] → 82.83% (+14.62%) [Q3]

Research analyst outlook

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

Financial journalist opinion

Positive
ETF Trends
2 weeks ago
Potential Holiday Rally Opens Door for Bonds Exposure
Fixed income investors already invested in bonds could see a holiday treat this year with a Christmas rally. For those still pondering the idea, now could be an ideal time for bond exposure.
Potential Holiday Rally Opens Door for Bonds Exposure
Positive
Seeking Alpha
3 weeks ago
VCRB: A Solid Active Core Bond Fund
Vanguard Core Bond ETF offers broad exposure to U.S. investment-grade bonds, including U.S. Treasury, mortgage-backed, and corporate bonds, with active management. The VCRB ETF's portfolio emphasizes high-quality fixed income securities, with over 51% in U.S. Government bonds and more than 98% rated BBB or above. With an expense ratio of just 0.10%, VCRB is cost-effective compared to peers, and its active management allows strategic moves in changing market conditions.
VCRB: A Solid Active Core Bond Fund
Positive
ETF Trends
1 month ago
As Active ETFs Grow Worldwide, Here's 2 Bond Options
On a global scale, more investors are continuing to turn to active exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in 2024. That said, Vanguard has a pair of bond options if fixed income investors are looking to get active with their portfolio.
As Active ETFs Grow Worldwide, Here's 2 Bond Options
Neutral
ETF Trends
1 month ago
Vanguard PM Discusses Options at Fixed Income Symposium
Investors may be anxious with potential short-term volatility on the horizon. But opportunities do exist in the fixed income space.
Vanguard PM Discusses Options at Fixed Income Symposium
Positive
ETF Trends
2 months ago
Bonds Revival Continues to Gain Momentum
As noted in the Financial Times, investor demand for bonds is translating into record inflows for fixed income ETFs. On that note, it's an ideal time to get core exposure amid the revival of bonds.
Bonds Revival Continues to Gain Momentum
Positive
ETF Trends
2 months ago
Recession Or Not, Investors Can Benefit From Core Bonds
As the economy cools down and the U.S. Federal Reserve eases into a more accommodative monetary policy, the prospect of a potential recession could push even more investors to bonds. But recession or not, investors can still reap the benefits of core bond exposure.
Recession Or Not, Investors Can Benefit From Core Bonds
Positive
ETF Trends
3 months ago
2 Options to Consider as Active Bond Funds Outperform
Active bond funds are having a strong year, according to data from Morningstar. If the trend persists, Vanguard has a pair of options to consider if fixed income investors want to get more active with their core bond exposure.
2 Options to Consider as Active Bond Funds Outperform
Neutral
ETF Trends
3 months ago
Election Year Adds Intrigue to Municipal Bonds
The forthcoming presidential election is certainly adding a healthy dose of intrigue into the municipal bond space. That said, Vanguard has a pair of muni ETF options that are worthy of consideration.
Election Year Adds Intrigue to Municipal Bonds
Positive
ETF Trends
4 months ago
3 ETF Options as Safe Haven Demand Drives Investors to Bonds
Bonds have once again become a default play to help hedge against stock market volatility. As renewed recession fears are adding market fluctuations to a typically tepid summer for stocks, bonds are an ideal safe haven, with three options from Vanguard to consider.
3 ETF Options as Safe Haven Demand Drives Investors to Bonds
Positive
ETF Trends
4 months ago
Consider These Key Options for Core Bond Exposure
While investors have been fixated on yields when it comes to bond exposure, the recent volatility could bring them back to fundamentals. Now is as good a time any to add core bond exposure as the equities roller coaster ride gets underway.
Consider These Key Options for Core Bond Exposure
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