Vanguard Short-Term Corporate Bond ETF (VCSH)
| Assets | $34.66B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.04% |
| PE Ratio | n/a |
| Shares Out | 444.23M |
| Dividend (ttm) | $3.04 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.90% |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 2, 2024 |
| Payout Ratio | n/a |
| 1-Year Return | +1.23% |
| Volume | 3,086,675 |
| Open | 78.25 |
| Previous Close | 78.03 |
| Day's Range | 78.08 - 78.25 |
| 52-Week Low | 76.27 |
| 52-Week High | 79.54 |
| Beta | 0.14 |
| Holdings | 2646 |
| Inception Date | Nov 19, 2009 |
About VCSH
Fund Home PageThe Vanguard Short-Term Corporate Bond ETF (VCSH) is an exchange-traded fund that is based on the Bloomberg US Corporate (1-5 Y) index. The fund tracks a market value-weighted index of US investment grade, fixed-rate corporate bonds with maturities between 1 and 5 years. VCSH was launched on Nov 19, 2009 and is issued by Vanguard.
Dividends
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 2, 2024 | $0.273 | Dec 4, 2024 |
| Nov 1, 2024 | $0.274 | Nov 5, 2024 |
| Oct 1, 2024 | $0.261 | Oct 3, 2024 |
| Sep 3, 2024 | $0.263 | Sep 5, 2024 |
| Aug 1, 2024 | $0.267 | Aug 5, 2024 |
| Jul 1, 2024 | $0.256 | Jul 3, 2024 |
News
Inflation Expectations Keep Short-Term Bonds in Play
Despite the expectation of interest rate cuts, a push-pull dynamic could exist if inflation continues to be sticky. That said, short-term bond funds could remain in play if fixed income investors want...
A Higher-Yielding Alternative to Money Market Funds
Short-term bond funds can provide yield seekers with a viable alternative to money market funds. Bankrate listed short-term bond funds with one of Vanguard's fixed income ETFs making the list.
Get Corporate Bond Exposure 3 Ways After Q3 Issuance
With the expectation that the Federal Reserve will continue to cut interest rates, corporations proceeded to issue more bonds in Q3. Given this, fixed income investors have options, including three fr...
VCSH: A Good Bond Fund For Conservative Investors
Vanguard Short-Term Corporate Bond Index Fund ETF Shares is a low-risk investment option for conservative investors seeking income and stability. The VCSH ETF primarily invests in high-quality investm...
VCSH: This Bond Fund Looks Attractive
Vanguard Short-Term Corporate Bond ETF is a fixed-income ETF with $42.8 billion in AUM and a low volatility profile. The fund is overweight A and BBB corporate bonds and provides exposure to the short...
VCSH: Good Short-Term Bond ETF, But Better Choices Out There
Federal Reserve rate hikes have led to higher yields on bonds and fixed-income securities. VCSH offers slightly higher income with slightly higher risk than T-bills. An overview of the fund follows.
Bank Loans And Junk Bonds Are Having A Good Year
Fixed-income investors looking for interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve are still waiting, but that hasn't stopped low-rated bonds from posting strong gains in 2023. Bond investors hoping for e...
VCSH Could Be A Good Place To 'Park Cash'
Vanguard Short-Term Corporate Bond Index Fund ETF Shares is a good option for investors looking to park their cash temporarily in a low-risk vehicle. The fund invests in a well-diversified basket of a...
VCSH: A High-Yield Haven For Riding Out The Recession
VCSH is a Buy due to its high yield and potential for capital appreciation, making it a good option for investors looking to ride out the coming recession. VCSH primarily invests in investment-grade c...