Vanguard Intermediate-Term Corporate Bond ETF (VCIT)
| Assets | $59.60B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.03% |
| PE Ratio | n/a |
| Shares Out | 711.39M |
| Dividend (ttm) | $3.87 |
| Dividend Yield | 4.61% |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 18, 2025 |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Payout Ratio | n/a |
| Volume | 4,651,711 |
| Open | 83.95 |
| Previous Close | 83.90 |
| Day's Range | 83.85 - 83.99 |
| 52-Week Low | 78.66 |
| 52-Week High | 84.84 |
| Beta | 0.35 |
| Holdings | 2214 |
| Inception Date | Nov 19, 2009 |
About VCIT
Fund Home PageThe Vanguard Intermediate-Term Corporate Bond ETF (VCIT) is an exchange-traded fund that mostly invests in investment grade fixed income. The fund tracks a market value-weighted index of US investment grade corporate bonds with maturities of 5-10 years. VCIT was launched on Nov 19, 2009 and is issued by Vanguard.
Dividends
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 18, 2025 | $0.3358 | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Dec 1, 2025 | $0.3223 | Dec 3, 2025 |
| Nov 3, 2025 | $0.334 | Nov 5, 2025 |
| Oct 1, 2025 | $0.326 | Oct 3, 2025 |
| Sep 2, 2025 | $0.3279 | Sep 4, 2025 |
| Aug 1, 2025 | $0.3408 | Aug 5, 2025 |
Performance
VCIT had a total return of 9.66% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 4.39%.
News
4 Corporate Bond Options as Credit Spreads Tighten
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Vanguard Canada Cuts ETF Fees: What Investors Should Know
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Strong Fundamentals Are Underpinning Corporate Bonds
Corporate bonds typically appeal to those seeking higher yield potential relative to safer government debt, but current market uncertainty may keep fixed income investors from making the move. However...
VCIT's Winning Edge Over IGIB In The Medium-Term Corporate Bond Landscape
Vanguard Intermediate-Term Corporate Bond ETF and iShares 5-10 Year Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETF are both rated as buys for intermediate-term corporate bond exposure. VCIT stands out with lower...
Fixed Income Options After Second Fed Rate Cut
As widely expected, the U.S. Federal Reserve cut the federal funds rate by 25 basis points for a second time this year. This gives fixed income investors an opportunity to reposition their portfolios ...
VCIT: The Sweet Spot For Corporate Bonds
Intermediate corporate bond ETFs like VCIT have gained traction in 2025 as investors move away from ultra-short and long-duration funds. VCIT offers a ~5% yield and moderate rate sensitivity, putting ...
VCIT: An Investment-Grade Option
VCIT offers low-cost, diversified exposure to U.S. investment-grade corporate bonds, but does not outperform its benchmark after fees. Falling interest rates in 2025 could benefit VCIT, yet current ma...
Most U.S. Treasury Prices Slide Since 'Liberation Day'
In recent days, a new headwind is weighing on fixed income securities: a US government budget bill, which is expected to significantly raise an already hefty federal deficit in the years ahead. Long-t...
VCIT: High Credit Quality, Decent Yield, And Moderate Rate Sensitivity
VCIT offers a conservative interest rate play because of its investment-grade corporate bonds, moderate rate sensitivity, and high yield. The ETF's past performance is strongly correlated to monetary ...
VCIT: Yields Are Looking Attractive Again
Fixed income is becoming an increasingly attractive asset class, especially given the recent surge in yields following the outcome of the U.S. elections. We view this as an opportunity to reiterate ou...
VCIT: A Good Way To Beat Equities, But You Can Beat This One Yourself
Vanguard Intermediate-Term Corporate Bond ETF invests in investment grade corporate bonds with weighted average maturity of 5 to 10 years. VCIT aims to provide moderate and sustainable current income ...