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Vanguard Total International Bond ETF
BNDX performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of July 29, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -1.24% | +0.58% | +0.21% | +1.32% | +12.02% | -1.05% |
| Flows | +$825M | +$4.58B | +$9.29B | +$16.87B | +$33.50B | +$47.51B |
Characteristics
The Vanguard Total International Bond ETF is built to track the Bloomberg Global Aggregate ex-USD Float Adjusted RIC Capped (USD Hedged) Total Return Index - USD. This ETF provides physical exposure - by owning its shares you earn the return of the securities composing the index (as the ETF holds them directly). This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Passive |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | Vanguard |
| N° of holdings | 6808 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Fixed Income |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | May 31, 2013 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of June 30, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 6,808
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
Maturity
Credit rating
Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +3.60% | +3.11% | +3.58% | +4.48% |
Max drawdown | -1.46% | -2.88% | -2.88% | -16.25% |
Max drawdown duration | 30d | 150d | 150d | 1640d |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1219d |
Replication quality
Data as of June 30, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
|---|---|
| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is BNDX?
BNDX is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Fixed Income assets. It is managed by Vanguard.
What index does BNDX track?
BNDX tracks the Bloomberg Global Aggregate ex-USD Float Adjusted RIC Capped (USD Hedged) Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through optimized sampling.
What does BNDX invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Global Investment Grade Aggregate Bonds. It is part of the segment: Intl IG Bonds.
What is the expense ratio of BNDX?
The total expense ratio (TER) of BNDX is 0.07%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was BNDX launched?
BNDX was launched on May 31, 2013, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of BNDX?
BNDX is issued by Vanguard.
What is the AUM of BNDX?
As of July 29, 2026, BNDX manages $82.68 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has BNDX performed recently?
As of July 29, 2026, BNDX delivered a return of -1.24% over the past month (1M performance), 0.58% over the past three months (3M), and 0.21% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for BNDX?
As of July 29, 2026, BNDX has seen net flows of +$825M in the past month (1M flow) and +$9.29B year-to-date (YTD).
Does BNDX pay dividends?
As of July 29, 2026, BNDX has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 4.53%.
How many holdings are in BNDX
As of June 30, 2026, BNDX holds 6808 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is BNDX?
As of June 30, 2026, BNDX holds 6808 securities, with 5.26% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of BNDX?
As of June 30, 2026, BNDX holds a portfolio of 6808 underlyings, with its largest positions including DE000F3A9EV9, GB00BVP99673 and FR001400Z2L7. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does BNDX invest in?
As of June 30, 2026, BNDX has its largest geographic exposures in France, Germany and Japan.
What sectors or themes does BNDX focus on?
As of June 30, 2026, BNDX is primarily exposed to Sovereign and Banks.
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