Vanguard Intermediate-Term Bond Index Fund
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GAMMA Investing LLC lifted its position in Vanguard Intermediate-Term Bond ETF (NYSEARCA:BIV) by 11.4% during the undefined quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 163,469 shares of the company's stock after acquiring an additional 16,675 shares during the
With the potential of more rate cuts to look forward to in 2026, fixed income investors may question how they could attain additional yield in the new year. A Morningstar 2026 Global Outlook Report noted one particular corner of the bond market that could fill the yield void: intermediate bonds.
B. Riley Wealth Advisors Inc. purchased a new stake in Vanguard Intermediate-Term Bond ETF (NYSEARCA:BIV) during the second quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund purchased 26,770 shares of the company's stock, valued at approximately $2,070,000. A number of other institutional investors
Geneos Wealth Management Inc. lifted its holdings in shares of Vanguard Intermediate-Term Bond ETF (NYSEARCA:BIV) by 2.9% in the second quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund owned 360,206 shares of the company's stock after buying an additional 10,188 shares
Hershey Financial Advisers LLC purchased a new stake in Vanguard Intermediate-Term Bond ETF (NYSEARCA:BIV) in the second quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund purchased 21,291 shares of the company's stock, valued at approximately $1,647,000. Vanguard Intermediate-Term Bond ETF comprises 1.5% of Hershey Financial
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Edgestream Partners L.P. bought a new position in Vanguard Intermediate-Term Bond ETF (NYSEARCA:BIV) in the undefined quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The firm bought 14,692 shares of the company's stock, valued at approximately $1,136,000. Other hedge funds also recently added to or reduced
Boston Family Office LLC trimmed its stake in Vanguard Intermediate-Term Bond ETF (NYSEARCA:BIV) by 30.6% during the second quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The firm owned 28,663 shares of the company's stock after selling 12,659 shares during the period. Boston Family Office LLC's holdings in Vanguard
Associated Banc Corp raised its holdings in shares of Vanguard Intermediate-Term Bond ETF (NYSEARCA:BIV) by 4.7% during the undefined quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund owned 180,468 shares of the company's stock after acquiring an additional 8,104 shares during the quarter. Associated
Atlantic Union Bankshares Corp purchased a new position in shares of Vanguard Intermediate-Term Bond ETF (NYSEARCA:BIV) in the second quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund purchased 1,311 shares of the company's stock, valued at approximately $101,000. A number of other institutional investors have
As widely expected, the U.S. Federal Reserve cut the federal funds rate by 25 basis points for a second time this year. This gives fixed income investors an opportunity to reposition their portfolios with intermediate bonds or reconsider active exposure if they don't have it already.
If you are looking to create a portfolio that can provide you with a lifetime of passive income, then you need to look closely at exchange-traded funds (ETFs). They are simple to buy and sell and, more importantly, provide instant diversification.
In a rate-hiking environment the last few years, short-term bonds have been the default exposure option. But as the bond market expects more rate cuts to come after September's drop of 25 basis points, investors may want to consider intermediate bonds as a way to maximize income.
Vanguard Intermediate-Term Bond ETF offers diversified, investment-grade exposure to the 5–10 year segment of the U.S. bond market at a minimal cost. BIV stands to benefit from an anticipated rate cut, a dovish Fed outlook, and reduced Treasury issuance in its maturity range, supporting bond price appreciation. The ETF provides recurring income, low fees, and relative stability, making it suitable for the defensive side of investor portfolios.
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BIV offers on average around A-rated bonds, with limited credit spread exposure, making it less risky amid macroeconomic uncertainty. Still, credit spreads are historically low, which is concerning given weakening labor market dynamics and potential for higher spreads ahead. BIV's 6-year duration makes it sensitive to rate changes; potential rate cuts could benefit the fund even if labor markets weaken and credit spreads were to drive up YTMs.
BIV's long duration and low credit spreads make it sensitive to rising rates and macro risks, especially with current geopolitical tensions. Short-term rates may stay higher than expected due to higher oil prices that could be sustained by conflict in the Middle East. Long-term risks include US isolationist policies threatening the dollar's reserve status, which could worsen funding conditions and hurt US debt. Markets are clearly thinking about this.
Investors have upped their interest in actively managed bond ETFs, pouring record capital into them in January as some paid up in hopes of stronger returns.
With a steepening yield curve and rate cut expectations looming, the environment for the bond market can be a tricky one to navigate. That said, here are three bond funds from Vanguard to consider.
If you're retired and trying to keep your life as simple as possible, consider a foundational investment in these two income ETFs.