Vanguard Core Plus Bond ETF
VPLS

$79.39

0.03%

Market Cap: $237M

0

Funds holding %

of 6,710 funds

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Analysts bullish %

Fund manager confidence

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

800% more repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 9 | Existing positions reduced: 1

250% more first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 7 | Existing positions closed: 2

107% more capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $13.1M [Q1] → $27.1M (+$14M) [Q2]

31% more funds holding

Funds holding: 16 [Q1] → 21 (+5) [Q2]

6.77% more ownership

Funds ownership: 11.66% [Q1] → 18.43% (+6.77%) [Q2]

0% more funds holding in top 10

Funds holding in top 10: 1 [Q1] → 1 (+0) [Q2]

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Research analyst outlook

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

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Financial journalist opinion

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

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

3 Core Options as Investors Add Bonds Ahead of Rate Cuts

Investors continue to pile into bonds ahead of Fed rate cuts, taking advantage of current yields before interest rate cuts take place. That said, fixed income investors looking to add core exposure can mull three options from Vanguard.

3 Core Options as Investors Add Bonds Ahead of Rate Cuts

Active Bond ETFs Continue to See Record Inflows This Year

More inflows into active bond ETFs during the month of June is following the overall trend of higher inflows since the start of the year. That said, it's an ideal time to get core exposure with the added flexibility of active management with a pair of Vanguard ETFs.

Active Bond ETFs Continue to See Record Inflows This Year

Magnificent Seven Covered Calls & Vanguard in Focus

In the first half of 2024, I published a lot of content on ETF Trends and VettaFi's other websites. Pieces included a focus on free cash flow ETFs, robotics, and the success of newer ETF entrants.

Magnificent Seven Covered Calls & Vanguard in Focus

Uncertainty Forces Investors to Rethink Active Management

Despite the prospect of rate cuts, higher-for-longer interest rates continue to add a dose of uncertainty into the bond markets. But investors are responding by turning to active management strategies to quell any anxiety.

Uncertainty Forces Investors to Rethink Active Management

Active Fixed Income ETF Inflows Outshine Passive Peers

In a vacuum of constant rate hikes, passive short-term bond funds would be a perpetual go-to for fixed income investors. However, more investors are opting for market flexibility with active funds, as inflows are outshining their more passive peers in the current market environment.

Active Fixed Income ETF Inflows Outshine Passive Peers

VPLS: A Little Plus To Your Core

High-quality bonds are becoming more attractive after a bear market. Vanguard Core-Plus Bond ETF offers a diversified portfolio with government and AAA rated holdings. The VPLS fund has exposure to emerging markets, which adds some volatility but also potential upside.

VPLS: A Little Plus To Your Core

Golden Age for Active Bond ETFs?

Interest in active fixed income products has swelled in 2024, as credit spreads narrow and the Federal Reserve holds fast to a “will they, won't they” game of trimming interest rates. Active fixed income ETFs have seen north of $11 billion in net inflows this year and $27 billion globally.

Golden Age for Active Bond ETFs?

Vanguard Hiring Experienced Leader

Big news in asset management: Vanguard has hired a former leader of its industry peer BlackRock. This is the latest sign of the ETF community remaining tight-knit.

Vanguard Hiring Experienced Leader

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