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Vanguard Short Duration Bond ETF
VSDB performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of October 19, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -0.23% | -0.62% | +0.67% | +1.14% | ||
| Flows | +$98M | +$237M | +$1.03B | +$1.06B | - | - |
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 | 1440 |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | April 8, 2025 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of August 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 1,440
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
Maturity
Credit rating
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +1.94% | +1.79% | ||
Max drawdown | -1.54% | -1.54% | ||
Max drawdown duration | 55d | 55d | N/A | N/A |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
What type of ETF is VSDB?
VSDB is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Fixed Income assets. It is managed by Vanguard.
What does VSDB invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to US Investment Grade Aggregate Bonds. It is part of the segment: US Aggregate Bonds.
What is the expense ratio of VSDB?
The total expense ratio (TER) of VSDB is 0.15%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was VSDB launched?
VSDB was launched on April 8, 2025, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of VSDB?
VSDB is issued by Vanguard.
What is the AUM of VSDB?
As of October 19, 2026, VSDB manages $1.13 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has VSDB performed recently?
As of October 19, 2026, VSDB delivered a return of -0.23% over the past month (1M performance), -0.62% over the past three months (3M), and 0.67% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for VSDB?
As of October 19, 2026, VSDB has seen net flows of +$98M in the past month (1M flow) and +$1.03B year-to-date (YTD).
Does VSDB pay dividends?
As of October 19, 2026, VSDB has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 3.96%.
How many holdings are in VSDB
As of August 31, 2026, VSDB holds 1440 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is VSDB?
As of August 31, 2026, VSDB holds 1440 securities, with 14.89% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of VSDB?
As of August 31, 2026, VSDB holds a portfolio of 1440 underlyings, with its largest positions including USA, Notes 3.375% 31dec2027, USD (BM-2027), USA, Notes 3.875% 30nov2027, USD (AG-2027) and USA, Notes 4.25% 30jun2029, USD (AA-2029). These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does VSDB invest in?
As of August 31, 2026, VSDB has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does VSDB focus on?
As of August 31, 2026, VSDB is primarily exposed to Sovereign and Finance.
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