Australian corporate bonds (VACF)

VACF is a corporate fixed income ETF that seeks to track the return of its respective Australian corporate bond index. It invests in a range of Australian corporate bonds.

Details about this ETF

Key information
Fees Size Growth / Defensive
0.20% p.a. $645.29M Defensive
Performance
1 year 3 years (p.a.) 5 years (p.a.)
7.86% 0.76% 1.21%

Performance is as of 30 September 2024. Past performance of financial products is no guarantee of future performance.

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Tracks an index for low management fees and more reliable returns.

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Provides transparency and potential tax efficiency.

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Ample market liquidity with daily entry and exit prices.

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Performance is tied to a specific sector or index. You may experience higher volatility and miss out on gains from other sectors or asset classes.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average return on VACF?

Australian corporate bonds (VACF) has seen total returns of 7.86% over the past 1 year, 0.76% p.a. over the past 3 years and 1.21% p.a. over the past 5 years, as of 30 September 2024.

Does VACF pay a dividend?

Yes, VACF pays a dividend.

What companies make up VACF?

The Vanguard ETF VACF provides exposure to Australian corporate bonds, investing in investment-grade bonds issued by corporations including Australia's four largest banks, offshore banks, other lending institutions, and property trusts.

What type of ETF is VACF?

VACF is a corporate fixed income ETF that follows its respective Australian corporate bond index, investing in various Australian corporate bonds.

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