How have VGSH shares performed in 2024?

Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF's stock was trading at $58.33 at the beginning of 2024. Since then, VGSH stock has decreased by 1.1% and is now trading at $57.67. View the best growth stocks for 2024 here .

Are investors shorting Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF?

Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF saw a decrease in short interest in March. As of March 31st, there was short interest totaling 1,900 shares, a decrease of 99.6% from the March 15th total of 539,200 shares. Based on an average daily volume of 7,100 shares, the short-interest ratio is currently 0.3 days. View Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF's Short Interest .

How often does Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF?

Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF announced a monthly dividend on Thursday, March 28th. Shareholders of record on Tuesday, April 2nd will be given a dividend of $0.2019 per share on Thursday, April 4th. This represents a $2.42 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 4.20%. The ex-dividend date is Monday, April 1st. This is a positive change from the stock's previous monthly dividend of $0.18. Read our dividend analysis for VGSH .

What does VGSH invest in?

Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF is a fixed income fund issued by Vanguard. VGSH focuses on broad market investments and follows the Bloomberg U.S. Treasury 1-3 Year Index. The fund's investments total to approximately $19.32 billion assets under management.

What is the management fee for Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF?

Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF's management fee is 0.03% and has other expenses of 0.01%. The net expense ratio for VGSH is 0.04%.

What other stocks do shareholders of Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF investors own include Xtrackers California Municipal Bond ETF (CA) , BlackRock (BLK) , Endologix (ELGX) , Athabasca Oil (ATH) , Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) , NIC (EGOV) , Aegean Marine Petroleum Network (ANW) , ALJ Regional (ALJJ) , Gran Tierra Energy (GTE) and Precision Drilling (PD) .

Who are Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF's major shareholders?

Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF's stock is owned by a number of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional shareholders include Orgel Wealth Management LLC (1.96%), Municipal Employees Retirement System of Michigan (1.25%), Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services LLC (0.96%), Cornerstone Wealth Advisors Inc. (0.34%), Evensky & Katz LLC (0.31%) and Chemistry Wealth Management LLC (0.25%).

How do I buy shares of Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF?

Shares of VGSH stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services. Compare Top Brokerages Here .

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Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF (VGSH) Price, Holdings, & News

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$57.66

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Today's Range: $57.65
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50-Day Range: $57.58
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52-Week Range: $57.33
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Volume: 1.09 million shs
Average Volume: 3.22 million shs
Market Capitalization: $20.04 billion

Assets Under Management: $19.32 billion
Dividend Yield: 3.69%
Net Expense Ratio: 0.04%

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About Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF (NASDAQ:VGSH)

Vanguard Short Term Government Bond ETF (the Fund) seeks to track the performance of a market-weighted government bond index with a short-term, dollar-weighted average maturity. The Fund employs a passive management or indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the Barclays Capital U.S. 1-3 Year Government Float Adjusted Index (the Index). This Index includes fixed-income securities issued by the United States Treasury (not including inflation-protected securities) and the United States Government agencies and instrumentalities, as well as corporate or dollar-denominated foreign debt guaranteed by the United States Government, all with maturities between 1 and 3 years. The Fund invests by sampling the Index, meaning that it holds a range of securities that, in the aggregate, approximates the full Index in terms of key risk factors and other characteristics. The Fund’s investment advisor is Vanguard Fixed Income Group.

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Fund Details

Issuer: Vanguard
Fund Name: Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF
Tax Classification: Regulated Investment Company
Stock Exchange: NASDAQ
Current Symbol: NASDAQ:VGSH
Inception Date: 11/19/2009
Fund Manager: Joshua C. Barrickman
Web: www.vanguard.com
Phone: 16106691000

Fund Focus

Asset Class: Fixed Income
Benchmark: Bloomberg U.S. Treasury 1-3 Year Index
Category: U.S. Government
Focus: Broad Market
Development Level: Developed Markets
Region: North America
Number of Holdings: 96

Fund Statistics

Assets Under Management: $19.33 billion
Average Daily Volume: $2.93 million
Discount/Premium: 0.03%

Administrator, Advisor and Custodian

Administrator: The Vanguard Group, Inc.
Advisor: The Vanguard Group, Inc.
Custodian: JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.
Distributor: Vanguard Marketing Corporation
Transfer Agent: The Vanguard Group, Inc.
Trustee: N/A
Lead Market Maker: Virtu Financial

Options

Optionable: Optionable
Options Volume: 43
Put Options: 29
Call Options: 43
Short Interest: 1,620,000 shs

Miscellaneous

Outstanding Shares: 347,520,000
Beta: -0.29
Creation Unit: 50,000
Creation Fee: $100.00

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Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF Expenses

Type	VGSH	Broad Market ETFs	Fixed Income ETFs	NASDAQ ETFs	All ETFs
Management Fee	0.03%	0.43%	0.32%	0.48%	0.51%
Other Expenses	0.01%	0.31%	0.27%	0.34%	0.58%
Total Expense	0.04%	0.54%	0.40%	0.58%	0.70%
Fee Waiver	0.00%	-0.11%	-0.24%	-0.22%	-0.57%
Net Expense	0.04%	0.55%	0.35%	0.54%	0.58%

Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF (VGSH) Holdings & Exposure

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Holding Weight: 1.91%
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Holding Weight: 1.54%
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Holding Weight: 1.50%
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Holding Weight: 1.45%
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Holding Weight: 1.44%

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Should I Buy Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF Stock? VGSH Pros and Cons Explained

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF:

The Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF (VGSH) provides a low-risk investment option for investors seeking stability in their portfolio.
With a focus on short-term government bonds, VGSH offers a relatively predictable income stream due to the stable nature of these securities.
Investing in VGSH can serve as a hedge against market volatility, as government bonds tend to perform well during economic downturns.
VGSH may be suitable for investors looking to preserve capital while earning a modest return, making it a defensive play in uncertain market conditions.
Given the current economic climate, VGSH could be an attractive option for risk-averse investors looking to diversify their holdings.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF for these reasons:

One drawback of VGSH is that it typically offers lower returns compared to riskier investments such as stocks, which may not meet the growth expectations of some investors.
As interest rates rise, the value of existing bonds like those held by VGSH may decline, potentially leading to capital losses for investors.
VGSH's performance is closely tied to interest rate movements, making it susceptible to changes in monetary policy set by central banks.
Investors should consider the current stock price of VGSH and evaluate whether it aligns with their investment goals and risk tolerance before making a decision.
While VGSH offers stability, it may not provide significant capital appreciation opportunities, limiting its appeal for investors seeking higher growth potential.

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Friday, April 12, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

VGSH ETF - Frequently Asked Questions

How have VGSH shares performed in 2024?: Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF's stock was trading at $58.33 at the beginning of 2024. Since then, VGSH stock has decreased by 1.1% and is now trading at $57.67.
View the best growth stocks for 2024 here.
Are investors shorting Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF?: Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF saw a decrease in short interest in March. As of March 31st, there was short interest totaling 1,900 shares, a decrease of 99.6% from the March 15th total of 539,200 shares. Based on an average daily volume of 7,100 shares, the short-interest ratio is currently 0.3 days.
View Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF's Short Interest.
How often does Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF?: Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF announced a monthly dividend on Thursday, March 28th. Shareholders of record on Tuesday, April 2nd will be given a dividend of $0.2019 per share on Thursday, April 4th. This represents a $2.42 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 4.20%. The ex-dividend date is Monday, April 1st. This is a positive change from the stock's previous monthly dividend of $0.18.
Read our dividend analysis for VGSH.
What does VGSH invest in?: Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF is a fixed income fund issued by Vanguard. VGSH focuses on broad market investments and follows the Bloomberg U.S. Treasury 1-3 Year Index. The fund's investments total to approximately $19.32 billion assets under management.

What is the management fee for Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF?: Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF's management fee is 0.03% and has other expenses of 0.01%. The net expense ratio for VGSH is 0.04%.
What other stocks do shareholders of Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF own?: Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF investors own include Xtrackers California Municipal Bond ETF (CA), BlackRock (BLK), Endologix (ELGX), Athabasca Oil (ATH), Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG), NIC (EGOV), Aegean Marine Petroleum Network (ANW), ALJ Regional (ALJJ), Gran Tierra Energy (GTE) and Precision Drilling (PD).
Who are Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF's major shareholders?: Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF's stock is owned by a number of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional shareholders include Orgel Wealth Management LLC (1.96%), Municipal Employees Retirement System of Michigan (1.25%), Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services LLC (0.96%), Cornerstone Wealth Advisors Inc. (0.34%), Evensky & Katz LLC (0.31%) and Chemistry Wealth Management LLC (0.25%).
How do I buy shares of Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF?: Shares of VGSH stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.
Compare Top Brokerages Here.

This page (NASDAQ:VGSH) was last updated on 4/19/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF (VGSH) Price, Holdings, & News

About Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF (NASDAQ:VGSH)

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Miscellaneous

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Vanguard Short-Term Treasury Index ETF (VGSH) Holdings & Exposure

Top 10 VGSH Holdings

VGSH Sector Exposure

VGSH Geographic Exposure

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