Vanguard Long-Term Corporate Bond Index Fund Price & Performance (VCLT)

Vanguard Long-Term Corporate Bond Index Fund Admiral Shares (VLTCX) maintains a high dividend yield of 5.83%, despite a year-to-date return of -0.3%. The fund’s low expense ratio of 0.07% and monthly payouts continue to attract income-focused investors, even as long-term performance lags broader benchmarks.12

Vanguard Long-Term Bond Fund (BLV) has declined 3.08% over the past week, reflecting increased volatility in the bond market. Over the past year, the fund is down 2.25%, underperforming the S&P 500. The fund’s three-year return stands at -20.92%, highlighting persistent challenges for long-duration bonds.34

VLTCX continues to offer a diversified portfolio of U.S. investment-grade corporate bonds, with an effective duration of 12.7 years and an expense ratio at just 0.07%. The fund’s broad holdings and above-average management ratings help position it as a competitive option for long-term fixed income exposure.25