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Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF (VGSH) Price, Holdings, & News

$58.89
+0.10 (+0.17%)
(As of 09/6/2024 ET)
Today's Range
$58.78
$58.96
50-Day Range
$57.74
$58.89
52-Week Range
$57.33
$58.96
Volume
6.95 million shs
Average Volume
2.53 million shs
Market Capitalization
$19.82 billion
Assets Under Management
$19.93 billion
Dividend Yield
4.01%
Net Expense Ratio
0.04%
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About Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF (NASDAQ:VGSH)

Vanguard Short Term Government Bond ETF (the Fund) seeks to track the performance of a market-weighted government bond index with a short-term, dollar-weighted average maturity. The Fund employs a passive management or indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Barclays Capital U.S. 1-3 Year Government Float Adjusted Index (the Index). This Index includes fixed-income securities issued by the United States Treasury (not including inflation-protected securities) and the United States Government agencies and instrumentalities, as well as corporate or dollar-denominated foreign debt guaranteed by the United States Government, all with maturities between 1 and 3 years. The Fund invests by sampling the Index, meaning that it holds a range of securities that, in the aggregate, approximates the full Index in terms of key risk factors and other characteristics. The Fund’s investment advisor is Vanguard Fixed Income Group.

VGSH Stock Price History

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Fund Details

Issuer
Vanguard
Fund Name
Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF
Tax Classification
Regulated Investment Company
Current Symbol
NASDAQ:VGSH
Inception Date
11/19/2009
Fund Manager
Joshua C. Barrickman

Fund Focus

Asset Class
Fixed Income
Benchmark
Bloomberg U.S. Treasury 1-3 Year Index
Category
U.S. Government
Focus
Broad Market
Development Level
Developed Markets
Region
North America
Number of Holdings
97

Fund Statistics

Assets Under Management
$19.93 billion
Average Daily Volume
$2.23 million
Discount/Premium
0.02%

Administrator, Advisor and Custodian

Administrator
The Vanguard Group, Inc.
Advisor
The Vanguard Group, Inc.
Custodian
JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.
Distributor
Vanguard Marketing Corporation
Transfer Agent
The Vanguard Group, Inc.
Trustee
N/A
Lead Market Maker
Virtu Financial

Options

Optionable
Optionable
Options Volume
813
Put Options
801
Call Options
12
Short Interest
567,900 shs

Miscellaneous

Beta
-0.29
Creation Unit
50,000
Creation Fee
$100.00
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Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF Expenses

TypeVGSHBroad Market ETFsFixed Income ETFsNASDAQ ETFsAll ETFs
Management Fee0.03%0.48%0.32%0.49%0.52%
Other Expenses0.01%0.28%0.26%0.41%0.54%
Total Expense0.04%0.60%0.40%0.63%0.71%
Fee Waiver0.00%-0.17%-0.25%-0.33%-0.58%
Net Expense0.04%0.59%0.35%0.56%0.59%

Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF (VGSH) Holdings & Exposure

Top 10 VGSH Holdings

  • United States Treasury Notes
    Holding Weight: 1.92%
  • United States Treasury Notes
    Holding Weight: 1.75%
  • United States Treasury Notes
    Holding Weight: 1.59%
  • United States Treasury Notes
    Holding Weight: 1.53%
  • United States Treasury Notes
    Holding Weight: 1.51%
  • United States Treasury Notes
    Holding Weight: 1.50%
  • United States Treasury Notes
    Holding Weight: 1.49%
  • United States Treasury Notes
    Holding Weight: 1.48%
  • United States Treasury Notes
    Holding Weight: 1.48%
  • United States Treasury Notes
    Holding Weight: 1.46%

VGSH Sector Exposure

VGSH Geographic Exposure

Should I Buy Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF Stock? VGSH Pros and Cons Explained

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF:

  • The Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF provides a low-cost way to gain exposure to short-term U.S. government bonds, which are considered relatively safe investments.
  • With a focus on short-term, dollar-weighted average maturity bonds, the ETF may offer stability and lower interest rate risk compared to longer-term bond investments.
  • Investors seeking a conservative fixed-income option may find the Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF attractive due to its focus on government bonds with maturities between 1 and 3 years.
  • Given the current economic conditions and potential interest rate fluctuations, the ETF's short-term nature could provide a hedge against rising rates.
  • For those looking for diversification within their fixed-income portfolio, this ETF offers exposure to a range of government and agency bonds, enhancing overall risk management.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF for these reasons:

  • As interest rates rise, the value of existing bonds may decrease, potentially leading to capital losses for investors holding the ETF.
  • The ETF's focus on short-term bonds means lower potential returns compared to longer-term bond investments, which could be a drawback for investors seeking higher yields.
  • Market fluctuations and economic uncertainties can impact the performance of the ETF, especially in times of heightened volatility.
  • Investors should consider the impact of inflation on the purchasing power of the ETF's returns, as short-term bonds may be more sensitive to inflation changes.
  • While the ETF aims to track the performance of a specific index, there is no guarantee that it will perfectly replicate the index's returns due to factors like tracking error and fees.
These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Wednesday, September 4, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

VGSH ETF - Frequently Asked Questions

How have VGSH shares performed this year?

Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF's stock was trading at $58.33 at the start of the year. Since then, VGSH stock has increased by 1.0% and is now trading at $58.89.
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Who are Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF's major shareholders?

Top institutional shareholders of Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF include Orgel Wealth Management LLC (2.03%), Envestnet Asset Management Inc. (1.95%), Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services LLC (1.06%) and Valmark Advisers Inc. (0.72%).

How do I buy shares of Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF?

Shares of VGSH stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.
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What other stocks do shareholders of Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some other companies that Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF investors own include Xtrackers California Municipal Bond ETF (CA), BlackRock (BLK), Endologix (ELGX), Athabasca Oil (ATH), Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG), NIC (EGOV) and Aegean Marine Petroleum Network (ANW).

This page (NASDAQ:VGSH) was last updated on 9/7/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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