Vanguard Core Plus Bond ETF
VPLS
Market cap $250M

77.97 USD

-0.10

0.13%

At close Oct 11, 4:00 PM EDT

1 day

-0.13%

5 days

-0.23%

1 month

-1.70%

3 months

1.47%

6 months

3.92%

Year to date

1.30%

1 year

3.44%

5 years

3.44%

0

Funds holding %

of 6,740 funds

–

Analysts bullish %

Fund manager confidence

Based on 2024 Q2 SEC filings by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

800% more repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 9 | Existing positions reduced: 1

250% more first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 7 | Existing positions closed: 2

107% more capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $13.1M [Q1] → $27.1M (+$14M) [Q2]

31% more funds holding

Funds holding: 16 [Q1] → 21 (+5) [Q2]

6.77% more ownership

Funds ownership: 11.66% [Q1] → 18.43% (+6.77%) [Q2]

0% more funds holding in top 10

Funds holding in top 10: 1 [Q1] → 1 (+0) [Q2]

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Research analyst outlook

We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for VPLS.

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Financial journalist opinion

Based on 6 articles about VPLS published over the past 30 days

Strong Q3 Opens Opportunities For Various Bond Funds

Q3 saw strong returns for bonds across the board, opening up opportunities in various types of bonds. From international bonds to core-plus options, investors have a plethora of choices, including a few from Vanguard.

Strong Q3 Opens Opportunities For Various Bond Funds

VIDEO: ETF of the Week: VPLS

On this episode of the “ETF of the Week” podcast, VettaFi's Head of Research Todd Rosenbluth discussed the Vanguard Core Plus Bond ETF (VPLS) with Chuck Jaffe of Money Life. The pair discussed several topics related to the fund to give investors a deeper understanding of the ETF overall.

VIDEO: ETF of the Week: VPLS

ETF of the Week: Vanguard Core Plus Bond ETF (VPLS)

VettaFi's Head of Research Todd Rosenbluth discussed the Vanguard Core Plus Bond ETF (VPLS) on this week's “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.” For more news, information, and strategy, visit the Fixed Income Channel.

ETF of the Week: Vanguard Core Plus Bond ETF (VPLS)

Bond ETF flows this year just topped annual record set in 2021

Investors are flocking to bond ETFs this year, according to State Street.

Bond ETF flows this year just topped annual record set in 2021

Recession Or Not, Investors Can Benefit From Core Bonds

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.

Recession Or Not, Investors Can Benefit From Core Bonds

2 Options to Consider as Active Bond Funds Outperform

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.

2 Options to Consider as Active Bond Funds Outperform

3 ETF Options as Safe Haven Demand Drives Investors to Bonds

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.

3 ETF Options as Safe Haven Demand Drives Investors to Bonds

3 Core Options as Investors Add Bonds Ahead of Rate Cuts

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

Active Bond ETFs Continue to See Record Inflows This Year

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.

Active Bond ETFs Continue to See Record Inflows This Year

Magnificent Seven Covered Calls & Vanguard in Focus

In the first half of 2024, I published a lot of content on ETF Trends and VettaFi's other websites. Pieces included a focus on free cash flow ETFs, robotics, and the success of newer ETF entrants.

Magnificent Seven Covered Calls & Vanguard in Focus

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