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BSV — Vanguard Short-term Bond ETF
Over the last 15 years (2011-06 – 2026-07), $10,000 invested in BSV with dividends reinvested grew to $11,699 — 1.04% a year — with a worst peak-to-trough fall of -7.84%. Past performance doesn't predict future results.
Growth of $10,000 · 2011-06 – 2026-07 · dividends reinvested
About BSV
Vanguard Short-Term Bond ETF is an exchange-traded fund primarily designed to provide investors with exposure to high-quality, U.S. government, investment-grade corporate, and international bonds that have maturities ranging from one to five years. Its main purpose is to offer a lower-risk investment option that can potentially provide more stability and income generation relative to longer-duration bond funds. This ETF primarily benefits investors seeking to mitigate interest rate risk while still retaining the potential for modest income from bonds. By focusing on short-term bonds, the ETF is less sensitive to interest rate fluctuations, making it a popular choice among conservative investors focusing on capital preservation. The fund plays a significant role in the financial markets by providing liquidity and diversification options for portfolios, especially for investors aiming to balance risk and returns within fixed-income investments.
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