About VTILX
Vanguard Total International Bond II Index Fund Institutional Shares is a mutual fund designed to track the performance of a broad, investment-grade, non-U.S. dollar-denominated bond index. The fund primarily invests in government, agency, and corporate bonds from developed countries, with a focus on reducing currency risk by hedging exposure back to the U.S. dollar. This approach helps mitigate the impact of exchange rate fluctuations on returns, making it a strategic choice for investors seeking international bond exposure with lower currency volatility. The portfolio is heavily weighted toward government debt, with a smaller allocation to corporate and securitized bonds, and maintains a diversified mix across major global markets, including Europe, Japan, and select emerging economies. The fund is managed with a low-cost, index-based strategy, emphasizing broad diversification and disciplined risk management. It is suitable for institutional investors seeking a core holding in global fixed income with a focus on stability and cost efficiency.
Fund Family Vanguard
Category World Bond-USD Hedged
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol VTILX
Share Class Institutional Shares
Index Bloomberg Gl Agg xUSD Fl Ad RIC Cp TR USD
VTILX had a total return of 2.65% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's
inception, the average annual return has been 0.41%.
