Vanguard VACF ETF (ASX:VACF)

Vanguard Australian Corporate Fixed Interest Index Fund

About the VACF ETF

The Vanguard VACF ETF provides investors with low-cost, diversified exposure to Australian corporate and government bonds. Bonds issued by banks, financial institutions, and property trusts are in VACF ETF's portfolio. VACF ETF seeks to track the return of the Bloomberg AusBond Credit 0+ Yr Index before taking into account fees, expenses and tax. The fund includes fixed rate bonds so carries an element of interest rate risk. VACF offers monthly distributions and a management fee of 0.20% and has a weighted average credit quality of A+.

VACF ETF Performance Review

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Data Current To: 31/12/2023

Our review of VACF ETF

A multi sector fund with more than 65% invested in corporate bonds

Well diversified investment grade fund

Includes exposure to international companies, supra nationals and some securitized investments

Includes fixed rate bonds, so there is an element of interest rate risk

What we like about the VACF ETF

Over 400 investment

Low fees

Investments made in AUD even though there is exposure to international companies such as Apple Inc

Things to be aware of about the VACF ETF

The fund does not disclose the split between fixed, floating and inflation linked holdings

VACF ETF Investment Strategy

The ETF provides investors with low-cost, diversified exposure to Australian corporate bonds. It invests in investment grade bonds issued by corporations including Australia‚Äôs four largest banks, offshore banks, other lending institutions and property trusts.

What does the VACF ETF Invest In?

VACF is a Corporate Bond ETF.

The VACF ETF invests in investment grade bonds issued by corporations including Australia's four largest banks, offshore banks, other lending institutions and property trusts. Corporate debt accounts for the majority of VACF's ETF portfolio while there is also exposure to government-related and securitised debt. It has a weighted average credit quality of A+.

VACF ETF Credit Quality

The average credit quality of the VACF ETF is A+.

A detailed breakdown of the credit quality is expressed below.

VACF Frequently Asked Questions

What index does the VACF ETF aim to replicate?

The VACF ETF aims to replicate the Bloomberg AusBond Credit 0+ Yr Index.

How often does VACF ETF pay distributions?

The distribution frequency of VACF is Quarterly.

When did the VACF ETF start?

The inception date of the VACF ETF was 23/05/2016.

What are the net assets of the VACF ETF?

VACF has net assets of $662.9m (AUD) as of 31/12/2023.

What are the number of holdings in the VACF ETF?

Total number of holdings in VACF is 443 as of 31/12/2023.

What are the management fees for the VACF ETF?

The annual management fees for the VACF ETF are 0.2% p.a. Learn more about ETF fees in this article.

How can I invest in the VACF ETF?

VACF is an Exchange Traded Fund, and units may be bought or sold on the ASX like shares. Learn how to buy and sell ETFs in this article.

Does the VACF ETF have a minimum investment amount?

No, there is no minimum to invest in the Vanguard VACF ETF. Exchange Traded Funds in general do not have a minimum investment amount required by the issuer. However, if you choose to invest through a broker, they may choose to set their own minimum investment amount.

Are there any performance fees associated with the VACF ETF?

No, VACF has no performance fee. This is one of the advantages of Exchange Traded Funds, as they are traded like shares, you’ll generally only pay a commission to buy or sell units and an ongoing management fee.