VANGUARD INFLATION-PROTECTED SECURITIES FUND INVESTOR SHARES (VIPSX)

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Thesis: The rising inflation expectations and increased demand for inflation-protected securities are shifting sentiment positively towards VIPSX.

Revenue Outlook

Metric	FY2022	FY2023
Revenue	$83M	$86M
Rev. Growth	+5.6%	+2.7%
EPS	$-3.22	$0.14
EPS Growth	-308%	+104%
P/E	—	82.8×

What’s Driving the Stock

1Recent uptick in inflation expectations, with CPI projected to rise 3.5% YoY, could drive increased demand for TIPS.
2Increased institutional inflows into TIPS funds, with VIPSX seeing a 15% increase in AUM over the last quarter.
3Potential for a shift in monetary policy towards more aggressive inflation targeting could enhance the attractiveness of TIPS.
4Emerging geopolitical tensions may lead to increased volatility in traditional fixed income markets, driving investors towards TIPS as a safe haven.
5Rising inflation and its impact on fixed income investments
6Increased focus on low-cost investment strategies
7Inflation expectations as measured by CPI and PCE
8Changes in interest rates, particularly the Federal Funds Rate

FY2023 Snapshot

Revenue: $86M
Rev. Growth: +2.7%
Gross Margin: 100%
Op. Margin: 91.7%
Net Margin: 7.9%
Net Income: $7M
NI Growth: +104%
EPS: $0.14
1Y Return: +1.8%

My Notes

"Investors are increasingly seeking refuge in TIPS as inflation fears mount."
Moat: Vanguard's strong brand and low-cost structure provide a durable competitive advantage in the asset management space.
value - Investors seeking inflation protection and low-cost investment options are drawn to VIPSX.
Rising interest rates can negatively impact TIPS prices, but they also signal inflation, which can increase demand for the fund's offerings.
Watch on earnings: CPI All Items (CPIAUCSL), 10-Year Treasury Yield (GS10), Federal Funds Rate (FEDFUNDS).

One Sentence Summary:

Vanguard Inflation-Protected Securities Fund Investor Shares: the setup is constructive — recent uptick in inflation expectations, with cpi projected to rise 3.5% yoy, could drive increased demand for tips.

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