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VCSH: High-Quality, Short-Term Bond ETF, But Trails Its Peers
The Vanguard Short-Term Corporate Bond Idx Fd (VCSH) is a simple high-quality, short-term corporate bond index ETF. It has a competitive 4.5% dividend yield, with a below-average duration of 2.7 years. VCSH's short-term holdings should minimize price losses during a period of rising rates, which seem likely. Dividends should see some growth too.
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Vanguard Short-Term Corporate Bond ETF Investors
| Name | Quantity | Cost | Value | Profit ($) | Gain (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TJD Thomas John Drogan PR Inc.IPAL SECURITIES Inc. | 317,815 | $24.96M | $24.99M | $24,883.94 | 0.1% |
| DI David Izzi Brown, LISLE/CUMMINGS Inc. | 18,718 | $1.5M | $1.47M | -$32,204.51 | -2.14% |
 Michelle S. Hickox FIRST FINANCIAL BANKSHARES Inc. | 1.08M | $83.77M | $84.6M | $825,840.04 | 0.99% |
 Timothy M. Bidwell Hazlett, BURT & WATSON Inc. | 3,113 | $246,820.93 | $244,744.06 | -$2,076.87 | -0.84% |
| MM Michael Motolo CVS HEALTH Corp | 120,000 | $9.51M | $9.43M | -$78,000 | -0.82% |
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Vanguard Short-Term Corporate Bond ETF Profile
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Overview
The fund operates with a focused investment strategy that prioritizes adherence to the Bloomberg U.S. 1-5 Year Corporate Bond Index. This strategy targets the inclusion of U.S. dollar-denominated, investment-grade, fixed-rate, taxable securities. These are issued by a diverse array of entities spanning U.S. and non-U.S. industrial, utility, and financial sectors. The chosen securities possess maturity periods ranging from 1 to 5 years, aligning with the fund’s intermediate-term investment horizon. A stringent policy mandates that at least 80% of the fund's assets are to be allocated towards bonds present within the index, ensuring consistency and alignment with the fund’s investment objectives.
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The fund offers a focused investment portfolio with a clear emphasis on corporate bonds that align with the investment-grade criteria. Below are the key components of the fund's offerings:
- Indexing Investment Approach: The fund employs an indexing strategy aimed at mirroring the performance of the Bloomberg U.S. 1-5 Year Corporate Bond Index. This approach is designed for investors seeking exposure to a basket of U.S. dollar-denominated, investment-grade, fixed-rate, taxable securities across a range of sectors and geographies.
- U.S. and Non-U.S. Corporate Bonds: By including bonds issued by both U.S. and non-U.S. companies in the industrial, utility, and financial sectors, the fund offers a diversified exposure. These bonds have maturities between 1 and 5 years, targeting investors who are looking for intermediate-term investments that balance risk and return.
- Investment-Grade Focus: The fund specifically targets investment-grade securities. This focus on creditworthiness aims to manage risk while seeking steady returns, catering to investors who prioritize security and reliability in their bond investments.
