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Vanguard Short Duration Tax-Exempt Bond ETF
VSDM performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of October 14, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -0.62% | -1.39% | +0.06% | +0.68% | ||
| Flows | +$331M | +$542M | +$985M | +$1.09B | - | - |
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 | 3102 |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | November 19, 2024 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of August 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 3,102
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
Maturity
Credit rating
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +2.56% | +1.61% | ||
Max drawdown | -2.74% | -2.75% | ||
Max drawdown duration | 62d | 100d | N/A | N/A |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
What type of ETF is VSDM?
VSDM is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Fixed Income assets. It is managed by Vanguard.
What does VSDM invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to US Investment Grade Municipal Bonds. It is part of the segment: Municipal Bonds.
What is the expense ratio of VSDM?
The total expense ratio (TER) of VSDM is 0.12%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was VSDM launched?
VSDM was launched on November 19, 2024, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of VSDM?
VSDM is issued by Vanguard.
What is the AUM of VSDM?
As of October 14, 2026, VSDM manages $1.31 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has VSDM performed recently?
As of October 14, 2026, VSDM delivered a return of -0.62% over the past month (1M performance), -1.39% over the past three months (3M), and 0.06% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for VSDM?
As of October 14, 2026, VSDM has seen net flows of +$331M in the past month (1M flow) and +$985M year-to-date (YTD).
Does VSDM pay dividends?
As of October 14, 2026, VSDM has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 3.17%.
How many holdings are in VSDM
As of August 31, 2026, VSDM holds 3102 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is VSDM?
As of August 31, 2026, VSDM holds 3102 securities, with 5.2% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of VSDM?
As of August 31, 2026, VSDM holds a portfolio of 3102 underlyings, with its largest positions including US13013JCS33, California Community Choice Financing Authority, 5% 1jul2053, USD (2023B) and US84136HAH66. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does VSDM invest in?
As of August 31, 2026, VSDM has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does VSDM focus on?
As of August 31, 2026, VSDM is primarily exposed to Municipal.
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