Vanguard Core Plus Bond ETFVPLS
VPLS
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Funds holding %
of 6,809 funds
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Analysts bullish %
Fund manager confidence
Based on 2024 Q3 regulatory filings by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)
900% more first-time investments, than exits
New positions opened: 10 | Existing positions closed: 1
200% more funds holding in top 10
Funds holding in top 10: 1 [Q2] → 3 (+2) [Q3]
180% more repeat investments, than reductions
Existing positions increased: 14 | Existing positions reduced: 5
90% more capital invested
Capital invested by funds: $27.1M [Q2] → $51.4M (+$24.3M) [Q3]
43% more funds holding
Funds holding: 21 [Q2] → 30 (+9) [Q3]
2.46% more ownership
Funds ownership: 18.43% [Q2] → 20.89% (+2.46%) [Q3]
100% less call options, than puts
Call options by funds: $0 | Put options by funds: $389K
Research analyst outlook
We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for VPLS.
Financial journalist opinion
Positive
Seeking Alpha
3 weeks ago
VPLS: Simple Active Bond ETF, Slightly Above-Average 4.4% Forward Yield And Returns
VPLS is an actively managed ETF focusing on investment-grade bonds. It is quite similar to its benchmark, with a slightly higher yield, returns, and credit risk. VPLS is a solid investment, albeit vanilla, without any significant benefits or downsides.
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.
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.
Positive
ETF Trends
2 months ago
Strong Q3 Opens Opportunities For Various Bond Funds
Q3 saw strong returns for bonds across the board, opening up opportunities in various types of bonds. From international bonds to core-plus options, investors have a plethora of choices, including a few from Vanguard.
Neutral
ETF Trends
2 months ago
VIDEO: ETF of the Week: VPLS
On this episode of the “ETF of the Week” podcast, VettaFi's Head of Research Todd Rosenbluth discussed the Vanguard Core Plus Bond ETF (VPLS) with Chuck Jaffe of Money Life. The pair discussed several topics related to the fund to give investors a deeper understanding of the ETF overall.
Neutral
ETF Trends
2 months ago
ETF of the Week: Vanguard Core Plus Bond ETF (VPLS)
VettaFi's Head of Research Todd Rosenbluth discussed the Vanguard Core Plus Bond ETF (VPLS) on this week's “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.” For more news, information, and strategy, visit the Fixed Income Channel.
Positive
Market Watch
2 months ago
Bond ETF flows this year just topped annual record set in 2021
Investors are flocking to bond ETFs this year, according to State Street.
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.
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.
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.
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