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Vanguard Core Bond ETF
VCRB performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of July 24, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -1.41% | -1.05% | -0.28% | +3.33% | ||
| Flows | +$291M | +$1.04B | +$2.62B | +$4.26B | - | - |
Characteristics
This fund is actively managed; it does not track an index. This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Active |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | Vanguard |
| N° of holdings | 3423 |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | December 14, 2023 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of June 30, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 3,423
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
Maturity
Credit rating
Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +3.84% | +3.60% | ||
Max drawdown | -1.66% | -2.60% | ||
Max drawdown duration | 25d | 145d | N/A | N/A |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
What type of ETF is VCRB?
VCRB is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Fixed Income assets. It is managed by Vanguard.
What does VCRB invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Mixed Ratings Aggregate Bonds. It is part of the segment: US Aggregate Bonds.
What is the expense ratio of VCRB?
The total expense ratio (TER) of VCRB is 0.1%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was VCRB launched?
VCRB was launched on December 14, 2023, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of VCRB?
VCRB is issued by Vanguard.
What is the AUM of VCRB?
As of July 24, 2026, VCRB manages $7.44 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has VCRB performed recently?
As of July 24, 2026, VCRB delivered a return of -1.41% over the past month (1M performance), -1.05% over the past three months (3M), and -0.28% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for VCRB?
As of July 24, 2026, VCRB has seen net flows of +$291M in the past month (1M flow) and +$2.62B year-to-date (YTD).
Does VCRB pay dividends?
As of July 24, 2026, VCRB has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 4.57%.
How many holdings are in VCRB
As of June 30, 2026, VCRB holds 3423 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is VCRB?
As of June 30, 2026, VCRB holds 3423 securities, with 9.11% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of VCRB?
As of June 30, 2026, VCRB holds a portfolio of 3423 underlyings, with its largest positions including USA, Notes 4.625% 30apr2029, USD (Y-2029), US67066GAP90 and US67066GAQ73. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does VCRB invest in?
As of June 30, 2026, VCRB has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does VCRB focus on?
As of June 30, 2026, VCRB is primarily exposed to Sovereign.
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