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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 September 2, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +0.14% | -0.01% | +1.21% | +2.76% | ||
| Flows | +$117M | +$274M | +$606M | +$752M | - | - |
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 | 2913 |
| 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 July 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 2,913
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
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Maturity
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +1.16% | +1.16% | ||
Max drawdown | -0.77% | -1.40% | ||
Max drawdown duration | 58d | 123d | N/A | N/A |
Time to recover | N/A | 98d | 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 September 2, 2026, VSDM manages $945.61 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has VSDM performed recently?
As of September 2, 2026, VSDM delivered a return of 0.14% over the past month (1M performance), -0.01% over the past three months (3M), and 1.21% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for VSDM?
As of September 2, 2026, VSDM has seen net flows of +$117M in the past month (1M flow) and +$606M year-to-date (YTD).
Does VSDM pay dividends?
As of September 2, 2026, VSDM has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 3.14%.
How many holdings are in VSDM
As of July 31, 2026, VSDM holds 2913 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 July 31, 2026, VSDM holds 2913 securities, with 5.32% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of VSDM?
As of July 31, 2026, VSDM holds a portfolio of 2913 underlyings, with its largest positions including US84136HAH66, New Jersey Transportation Trust Fund Authority, 5% 15dec2034, USD and Florida Municipal Power Agency, 4% 1oct2030, USD (2018A). 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 July 31, 2026, VSDM has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does VSDM focus on?
As of July 31, 2026, VSDM is primarily exposed to Municipal.
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