Vanguard Short-Term Bond ETF
The Vanguard Short-Term Bond ETF (BSV) provides exposure to short-term investment-grade bonds. It tracks the Bloomberg US 1–5 Year Government/Credit Float Adjusted Index, covering US government and corporate bonds with maturities between one and five years.
Key Features:
- Short Duration: Lower interest rate sensitivity than longer-term bond funds
- Investment Grade: High-quality government and corporate bonds
- Monthly Income: Regular monthly dividend distributions
- Capital Stability: Short maturities reduce price volatility
Expense Ratio: 0.04%
Number of Holdings: ~1,500+ short-term US government and corporate bonds
Portfolio Context:
BSV is the Vanguard equivalent to the Global Short Duration Income Fund.
This ETF is part of the Vanguard ETF Portfolio vs Equivalent Fidelity Funds comparison, where it serves as the Vanguard equivalent for one or more Fidelity funds.
Portfolio Composition
| Bond Segment | Weight |
|---|---|
| US Government / Treasury | ~60% |
| Corporate | ~25% |
| Government Agency | ~10% |
| Mortgage-Backed | ~5% |
Credit Quality: ~98% investment-grade (A or higher)
Average Duration: ~2.5–3 years
Average Maturity: ~2.5–3.5 years
Note: This is an informational overview for educational purposes. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Consider your investment objectives, risk tolerance, and fees before investing.