Vanguard Intermediate-Term Corporate Bond Index Fund Admiral Shares (VICSX)
| Fund Assets | 68.73B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.06% |
| Min. Investment | $3,000 |
| Turnover | 85.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 1.06 |
| Dividend Yield | 4.76% |
| Dividend Growth | 7.48% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jun 1, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 22.27 |
| YTD Return | 0.59% |
| 1-Year Return | 6.26% |
| 5-Year Return | 6.93% |
| 52-Week Low | 22.02 |
| 52-Week High | 22.89 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 2234 |
| Inception Date | Mar 2, 2010 |
About VICSX
This economical index fund targets a portfolio of US dollar-denominated, high-quality corporate bonds that offer a fixed interest rate. These taxable securities come from industrial, utility, and financial sectors and typically mature within five to ten years. A primary risk stems from shifts in interest rates; rising rates could diminish bond prices, while falling rates might lead to reduced income over time. It may appeal to investors prioritizing consistent income generation who are also comfortable with some degree of variability in both asset value and earnings.
Performance
VICSX had a total return of 6.26% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 4.36%.
Equivalent ETF
VICSX has an equivalent ETF with the ticker symbol VCIT, the Vanguard Intermediate-Term Corporate Bond ETF. This is an ETF from the same fund company that follows the same index. It has an expense ratio of 0.03% compared to 0.06% for VICSX.
| Symbol | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|
| VCIT | Vanguard Intermediate-Term Corporate Bond ETF | 0.03% |
Other Share Classes
These are alternative share classes of the same fund, from the same provider.
| Symbol | Share Class | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|
| VICBX | Institutional Shares | 0.04% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 1, 2026 | $0.0915 | Jun 2, 2026 |
| May 1, 2026 | $0.0875 | May 4, 2026 |
| Apr 1, 2026 | $0.0923 | Apr 2, 2026 |
| Mar 2, 2026 | $0.0811 | Mar 3, 2026 |
| Feb 2, 2026 | $0.0883 | Feb 3, 2026 |
| Dec 17, 2025 | $0.0903 | Dec 18, 2025 |