3 Ways to Actively Get More Fixed Income in 2026

Record demand and new launches have helped to define a banner year for fixed income in 2025. With 2026 around the corner, it's an ideal time to explore the best ways to maximize fixed income exposure as the Fed continues easing monetary policy.

ETF Trends • Dec 22, 2025

The Muni Rally Shines Spotlight on These ETFs

As 2025 winds down, a rocky beginning for municipal bonds is giving way to a smoother ride to the finish. In the latest iteration of its Active Fixed Income Perspectives, Vanguard noted a strong showing by municipal bonds in Q3.

ETF Trends • Nov 26, 2025

9 Ways to Actively Manage Your Fixed Income Exposure

The same macro factors affecting the equities market, such as tariffs, geopolitical factors, and a changing interest rate policy are also affecting the fixed income markets. With that, there's never been a better time to access active fixed income strategies that help advisors and investors navigate the murky macro environment.

ETF Trends • Nov 21, 2025

VCRM: A Low Distribution As Is Common With Index Trackers

Vanguard Core Tax-Exempt Bond ETF (VCRM) offers low fees, high credit quality, and index-tracking exposure to intermediate municipal bonds. VCRM's trailing yield is understated due to its short history; a more accurate annualized yield estimate is around 3.5%. The fund's focus on high-rated bonds and index tracking may limit returns compared to more selective or lower-rated muni strategies like SHYM.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 6, 2025

Advisors, These Active Bond Funds Have Your Back

Advisors may sometimes feel like they're venturing out to solve the world's personal financial problems alone. This applies to entrepreneurs managing their own firms and intrapreneurs who are part of an existing firm.

ETF Trends • Nov 4, 2025

2 ETF Options as Munis Offer Insulation From Tariff Contagion

Lauded for their yield, credit quality, and of course, their federal tax-free income, municipal bond benefits are also extending into the containment of tariff contagion. A pair of funds that income investors should consider are the Vanguard Tax-Exempt Bond ETF (VTEB) and the Vanguard Core Tax-Exempt Bond ETF (VCRM).

ETF Trends • Aug 15, 2025

3 Active Bond Options as Asset Management Interest Heightens

The allocation into fixed income isn't just happening on a retail level. Increasingly, more allocation is happening with asset managers, including heightened interest in active management.

ETF Trends • Aug 13, 2025

VCRM: Active Quality Muni Bond ETF, Tax-Advantaged 3.6% Yield, Better Choices Out There

VCRM invests in high-quality muni bonds with a 3.6% tax-advantaged yield. After-tax income for the fund might be attractive for some investors. It compares unfavorably to some of its peers, especially BOXX.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 28, 2025

As Congress Mulls Muni Tax Repeal, Here's 8 ETFs to Ponder

The tax exempt status of municipal bonds could be in jeopardy as Congress mulls over whether to tax the income from these debt issues. In the meantime, Vanguard has eight ETFs to contemplate when looking to attain muni exposure.

ETF Trends • Jul 11, 2025

As Munis See Increased Issuance, Here's an Active Choice

“Show me the munis” has been a common refrain in the fixed income markets as of late. With municipal bond issuance continuing to reach elevated levels, here's an active option investors need to know about: the Vanguard Core Tax-Exempt Bond ETF (VCRM).

ETF Trends • Jun 16, 2025