Better ETF: Is VCLT's Focus on Corporate Bonds the Superior Approach to TLT's U.S. Treasuries?

VCLT charges a much lower expense ratio and offers a higher yield than TLT. VCLT has experienced smaller drawdowns and lower volatility, but its holdings are concentrated in corporate rather than Treasury bonds.

The Motley Fool • Dec 7, 2025

Have $200 to Invest? This High-Yield Vanguard ETF Could Help Kick-Start Passive Income.

ETFs can provide diversification because they provide exposure to a basket of stocks. But with a high-yield ETF, it's essential to understand what it owns and its level of risk.

The Motley Fool • Dec 1, 2025

Strong Fundamentals Are Underpinning Corporate Bonds

Corporate bonds typically appeal to those seeking higher yield potential relative to safer government debt, but current market uncertainty may keep fixed income investors from making the move. However, strong fundamentals are also underpinning corporate bonds, which only add to their appeal despite ongoing risks.

ETF Trends • Nov 10, 2025

LQD Offers Broader Bond Exposure Than VCLT, But With Higher Fees and Lower Yield

The Vanguard Long-Term Corporate Bond ETF and iShares iBoxx Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETF both offer exposure to investment-grade corporate bonds. VCLT offers lower costs and a higher yield, making it more appealing to income-focused investors.

The Motley Fool • Nov 9, 2025

It's Time to Play the Long Game in These Bond ETFs

After the Fed just cut rates a second time this year, a steeper yield curve could force bond investors to reconsider the long end again. That said, they can play the long game with ETF options from Vanguard that focus on maximizing yield by investing in bonds with maturity dates extending past 10 years.

ETF Trends • Nov 7, 2025

VCLT: Carry, Duration, And Spreads

Vanguard Long-Term Corporate Bond Index Fund ETF Shares offers diversified exposure to long-term U.S. corporate bonds, tracking its benchmark passively. VCLT's returns depend on monthly bond coupons and price changes driven by interest rate and credit spread movements. Current macroeconomic indicators suggest a neutral environment for VCLT, with stable long-term rates and reasonable credit spreads.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 2, 2025

Reconsider Corporate Bonds as Shutdown Spurs Further Cuts

Elected officials' continued debate about the budget on Capitol Hill could spur additional interest rate cuts. Given these current market forces, fixed income investors may want to reposition their portfolios to attain corporate bond exposure.

ETF Trends • Oct 7, 2025

Got an Eye on the Long Term? Consider These Bond ETFs

With an eye on mitigating rate risk, short-term bond funds have been the apple of fixed income investors' eyes the past few years. But with rates falling, those same eyes may be wandering and looking at long-term bond ETFs.

ETF Trends • Aug 29, 2025

An Intermediate Bond ETF That Shinee Bright in Q2

Investors seeking a Goldilocks option to balance yield and rate risk may want to consider intermediate bonds. One fund that's coming off a strong second quarter and worthy of consideration is the Vanguard Interim-Term Corporate Bond ETF (VCIT).

ETF Trends • Aug 8, 2025

ETF Asset Report of the Month of July

VOO led July ETF inflows with $12.68B, while LQD and IWM witnessed sharp outflows.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 5, 2025