Vanguard Short-Term Corporate Bond ETF

VCSH

Market cap $39.4B

Overview Fund Activity

79.94 USD

-0.02

0.03%

At close Updated Sep 18, 1:45 PM EDT

1 day

-0.03%

5 days

-0.03%

1 month

0.49%

3 months

1.27%

6 months

1.72%

Year to date

2.45%

1 year

0.77%

5 years

-3.63%

10 years

0.48%

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Funds holding %

of 7,463 funds

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Analysts bullish %

Fund manager confidence

Based on 2025 Q2 regulatory disclosures by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

59% more first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 102 | Existing positions closed: 64

12% more repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 562 | Existing positions reduced: 501

1% more funds holding

Funds holding: 1,313 [Q1] → 1,326 (+13) [Q2]

1% less capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $23.8B [Q1] → $23.6B (-$184M) [Q2]

2.66% less ownership

Funds ownership: 69.72% [Q1] → 67.06% (-2.66%) [Q2]

7% less funds holding in top 10

Funds holding in top 10: 154 [Q1] → 143 (-11) [Q2]

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Financial journalist opinion

Despite Current Risks, Corporate Bonds Offer a Compelling Option

Market uncertainty continues to linger in the back of fixed income investors' minds. But that can force much-needed recalibration of portfolios as tariffs and rate cuts loom.

Despite Current Risks, Corporate Bonds Offer a Compelling Option

Zacks Investment Research

5 Most-Loved ETFs of Last Week

ETFs saw $19B in inflows last week, led by fixed income, with XLC, VOO, IVV, VCSH and SGOV topping the asset creation list.

5 Most-Loved ETFs of Last Week

An Intermediate Bond ETF That Shinee Bright in Q2

Investors seeking a Goldilocks option to balance yield and rate risk may want to consider intermediate bonds. One fund that's coming off a strong second quarter and worthy of consideration is the Vanguard Interim-Term Corporate Bond ETF (VCIT).

An Intermediate Bond ETF That Shinee Bright in Q2

Bonds Rally On Weak Payrolls Data

The bond market looks increasingly focused on slowing economic growth vs. tariff inflation.

Bonds Rally On Weak Payrolls Data

VCSH: Short-Term Corporate Shelter

VCSH offers diversified, investment-grade short-term corporate bond exposure with low duration risk and efficient tracking of its benchmark index. Macro indicators like OIS spread, yield curve butterfly, and OAS vs. S&P 500 provide insight into credit stress, interest rate sensitivity, and risk sentiment. Current market conditions show tight credit spreads and a flat yield curve, favoring stability but limiting upside for new allocations.

VCSH: Short-Term Corporate Shelter

VCSH: Short-Dated Bonds May Remain In Favor With The Return Of Inflation

VCSH offers diversified, investment-grade, short-term corporate bond exposure with a 4.50% yield to maturity and strong liquidity. Current inflation trends and uncertain Fed rate policy create duration risk, making ultra-short bond strategies potentially more attractive in the near term. VCSH outperforms peers in total return and liquidity but faces headwinds if inflation persists or rates rise, impacting performance and income.

VCSH: Short-Dated Bonds May Remain In Favor With The Return Of Inflation

A Multi-ETF Strategy Can Ease Bond Market Uncertainty

In times of uncertainty in the bond market, there's one thing for certain. And that's that deciding where to get exposure can be complex.

A Multi-ETF Strategy Can Ease Bond Market Uncertainty

Most U.S. Treasury Prices Slide Since 'Liberation Day'

In recent days, a new headwind is weighing on fixed income securities: a US government budget bill, which is expected to significantly raise an already hefty federal deficit in the years ahead. Long-term Treasuries are the biggest losers post-Liberation Day, based on a set of ETFs through yesterday's close (May 21).

Most U.S. Treasury Prices Slide Since 'Liberation Day'

Corporate Bonds Look Appealing Amid Tariff Pause

There's still a lot of uncertainty in the bond markets, especially the corporate variety. But with tariff negotiations underway, especially with China, the pause could present investors with an opportune time to snatch up corporate bonds.

Corporate Bonds Look Appealing Amid Tariff Pause

Advisors Plan to Take on Credit — Not Duration — Risk

Advisors don't want to take on much interest rate risk. But many are willing to take on some credit risk.

Advisors Plan to Take on Credit — Not Duration — Risk

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