Vanguard Intermediate-Term Corporate Bond ETF (VCIT)
| Assets | $57.20B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.03% |
| PE Ratio | n/a |
| Shares Out | 677.35M |
| Dividend (ttm) | $3.80 |
| Dividend Yield | 4.49% |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Oct 1, 2025 |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Payout Ratio | n/a |
| Volume | 10,751,830 |
| Open | 84.78 |
| Previous Close | 84.60 |
| Day's Range | 84.65 - 84.80 |
| 52-Week Low | 78.66 |
| 52-Week High | 84.80 |
| Beta | 0.33 |
| Holdings | 2129 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2025 | $0.326 | Oct 3, 2025 |
| Sep 2, 2025 | $0.3279 | Sep 4, 2025 |
| Aug 1, 2025 | $0.3408 | Aug 5, 2025 |
| Jul 1, 2025 | $0.3207 | Jul 3, 2025 |
| Jun 2, 2025 | $0.328 | Jun 4, 2025 |
| May 1, 2025 | $0.3151 | May 5, 2025 |
Performance
VCIT had a total return of 7.44% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 4.48%.
News
Intermediate Bonds Could Add Income Amid Rate Cuts
In a rate-hiking environment the last few years, short-term bonds have been the default exposure option. But as the bond market expects more rate cuts to come after September's drop of 25 basis points...
Reconsider Corporate Bonds as Shutdown Spurs Further Cuts
Elected officials' continued debate about the budget on Capitol Hill could spur additional interest rate cuts. Given these current market forces, fixed income investors may want to reposition their po...
Despite Current Risks, Corporate Bonds Offer a Compelling Option
Market uncertainty continues to linger in the back of fixed income investors' minds. But that can force much-needed recalibration of portfolios as tariffs and rate cuts loom.
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 ...
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VCIT: Still Worth Buying
VCIT has returned 5.16% since June 2023 but has seen a significant rally of over 9.5% since late October. The market seems overly optimistic about Fed rate cuts, but VCIT is still expected to have cap...