Vanguard Core Bond ETF

VCRB actively invests in the broad fixed income space, in seeking to provide total return and a moderate level of income. It primarily holds USD-denominated securities of investment grade rating while maintaining an intermediate dollar-weighted average maturity.

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Fixed income investors already invested in bonds could see a holiday treat this year with a Christmas rally. For those still pondering the idea, now could be an ideal time for bond exposure.

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Vanguard Core Bond ETF offers broad exposure to U.S. investment-grade bonds, including U.S. Treasury, mortgage-backed, and corporate bonds, with active management. The VCRB ETF's portfolio emphasizes high-quality fixed income securities, with over 51% in U.S. Government bonds and more than 98% rated BBB or above. With an expense ratio of just 0.10%, VCRB is cost-effective compared to peers, and its active management allows strategic moves in changing market conditions.

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On a global scale, more investors are continuing to turn to active exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in 2024. That said, Vanguard has a pair of bond options if fixed income investors are looking to get active with their portfolio.

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Investors may be anxious with potential short-term volatility on the horizon. But opportunities do exist in the fixed income space.

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As noted in the Financial Times, investor demand for bonds is translating into record inflows for fixed income ETFs. On that note, it's an ideal time to get core exposure amid the revival of bonds.

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As the economy cools down and the U.S. Federal Reserve eases into a more accommodative monetary policy, the prospect of a potential recession could push even more investors to bonds. But recession or not, investors can still reap the benefits of core bond exposure.

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Active bond funds are having a strong year, according to data from Morningstar. If the trend persists, Vanguard has a pair of options to consider if fixed income investors want to get more active with their core bond exposure.

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The forthcoming presidential election is certainly adding a healthy dose of intrigue into the municipal bond space. That said, Vanguard has a pair of muni ETF options that are worthy of consideration.

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Bonds have once again become a default play to help hedge against stock market volatility. As renewed recession fears are adding market fluctuations to a typically tepid summer for stocks, bonds are an ideal safe haven, with three options from Vanguard to consider.

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While investors have been fixated on yields when it comes to bond exposure, the recent volatility could bring them back to fundamentals. Now is as good a time any to add core bond exposure as the equities roller coaster ride gets underway.

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Investors continue to pile into bonds ahead of Fed rate cuts, taking advantage of current yields before interest rate cuts take place. That said, fixed income investors looking to add core exposure can mull three options from Vanguard.

3 Core Options as Investors Add Bonds Ahead of Rate Cuts

The scramble for attaining higher yields before central bank rate cuts doesn't mean investors aren't exercising due diligence. In fact, they're eschewing risky debt and opting for higher-quality options,  according to the Financial Times.

2 Investment-Grade Options as Investors Eschew Risky Debt

More inflows into active bond ETFs during the month of June is following the overall trend of higher inflows since the start of the year. That said, it's an ideal time to get core exposure with the added flexibility of active management with a pair of Vanguard ETFs.

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Investors continue to pile into bond funds, looking to add yield now before the Federal Reserve starts instituting rate cuts. Vanguard has both a passive and active option to get core bond exposure as well as yield.

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Cooling prices during the month of May are fueling bullish bets on bonds despite the latest Fed-speak to tamp down any notions of successive rate cuts at a rapid cadence. In the meantime, it could be an opportune time to take advantage of core bond exposure now before a potential rally.

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Despite the prospect of rate cuts, higher-for-longer interest rates continue to add a dose of uncertainty into the bond markets. But investors are responding by turning to active management strategies to quell any anxiety.

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Incoming economic data could finally push the U.S. Federal Reserve over the edge when it comes to cutting interest rates. As such, bonds have been pushing higher as more signs point to central bank easing.

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In a vacuum of constant rate hikes, passive short-term bond funds would be a perpetual go-to for fixed income investors. However, more investors are opting for market flexibility with active funds, as inflows are outshining their more passive peers in the current market environment.

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Interest in active fixed income products has swelled in 2024, as credit spreads narrow and the Federal Reserve holds fast to a “will they, won't they” game of trimming interest rates. Active fixed income ETFs have seen north of $11 billion in net inflows this year and $27 billion globally.

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Big news in asset management: Vanguard has hired a former leader of its industry peer BlackRock. This is the latest sign of the ETF community remaining tight-knit.

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April's sell-off isn't dissuading investors from taking a closer look at adding bonds to their portfolio. The price dip is giving prospective bond investors a chance to take action on higher yields now before the U.S. Federal Reserve eventually cuts rates.

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Surging Treasury yields continue to place rate cuts on the back burner, leading market experts to believe they may not happen until the end of the year. In the meantime, the current macroenvironment could spell opportunity for active bond funds.

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The bond markets could be getting more predictable in coming months after the U.S. Federal Reserve reiterated that rate cuts will come after it opted to keep rates unchanged in its latest meeting. That should help ease volatility in the bond markets, making it ideal for prospective bond investors to get core exposure.

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A report by Schiff Gold noted that as interest rates remain elevated, corporate defaults have been on the rise. As such, investors may want to consider staying on the side of investment-grade debt until credit risks subside.

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