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Vanguard Core Bond ETF Investors
| Name | Quantity | Cost | Value | Profit ($) | Gain (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TJD Thomas John Drogan PR Inc.IPAL SECURITIES Inc. | 134,993 | $10.49M | $10.34M | -$151,838.76 | -1.45% |
| TMB Timothy M. Bidwell Hazlett, BURT & WATSON Inc. | 2,945 | $230,138.96 | $225,483.92 | -$4,655.04 | -2.02% |
| JD Jim Dushek HARBOUR INVESTMENTS Inc. | 23,015 | $1.78M | $1.76M | -$19,264.53 | -1.08% |
| BS Bill Scoggins FIRST CITIZENS INVESTOR SERVICES Inc. | 379,326 | $29.74M | $29.04M | -$698,517.6 | -2.35% |
 Cole Holmlund Alaethes Wealth LLC | 413,112 | $32.39M | $31.62M | -$766,331.2 | -2.37% |
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| NASDAQ (NMS) Exchange | US Country |
Overview
The fund is a financial instrument designed to provide investors with an opportunity to invest in a diversified portfolio of fixed income securities. This financial product is tailored for investors looking for income generation options through investments in bonds and fixed income securities. The fund's strategy involves allocating assets in a mix of various maturities, yields, and qualities, aiming to balance the risk and return for its investors. Under normal market conditions, the fund commits to investing at least 80% of its assets in bonds, ensuring a significant exposure to the fixed income market. This focus on bonds is intended to provide a steady income stream while maintaining a level of capital preservation.
Products and Services
The fund's products and services are oriented towards investments in fixed income securities, each catering to different aspects of the bond market. These investments include:
- Corporate Bonds: Debt securities issued by corporations to raise financing for their operations, expansion, or other projects. Investing in corporate bonds means lending money to companies in exchange for periodic interest payments and the return of the principal upon maturity. These bonds are preferred for their potential to offer higher yields compared to government bonds, though they carry a higher risk due to the creditworthiness of issuing corporations.
- U.S. Treasury Obligations: Government bonds issued by the United States Department of the Treasury. These securities include Treasury bills, notes, and bonds, and are considered some of the safest investments since they are backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government. They provide a reliable source of income with low credit risk, making them an essential component of a diversified fixed income portfolio.
- Other U.S. Government and Agency Securities: Securities issued by various entities of the U.S. government or its agencies. These can include securities backed by mortgages provided by the Government National Mortgage Association (GNMA), as well as securities from agencies like the Federal National Mortgage Association (FNMA) and the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation (FHLMC). While still considered low-risk, these securities offer varying yields and terms, providing flexibility and options for income-focused investors.
- Asset-Backed, Mortgage-Backed, and Mortgage-Related Securities: Securities that are supported by pools of assets or mortgages. These financial instruments allow investors to gain exposure to a range of consumer and home loans, providing a way to diversify within the fixed income universe. These securities are sensitive to changes in interest rates and the credit quality of the underlying assets, offering a different level of risk and return compared to corporate and government bonds.
