Vanguard Ultra-Short Treasury ETF Price & Performance (VGUS)

Vanguard has launched two ultra-short Treasury ETFs, VGUS and VBIL, offering exposure to short-duration U.S. Treasuries. With expense ratios of 0.07%, these funds aim to provide flexibility and liquidity for investors seeking low-cost options. The move underscores Vanguard's commitment to efficient fixed-income solutions.1

With rising market uncertainty, defensive ETFs are gaining traction. Gold and ultra-short Treasury ETFs, such as SPDR Gold Shares and SPDR Bloomberg 1-3 Month T-Bill ETF, saw significant inflows. These trends highlight investor caution amid economic concerns, including elevated volatility and geopolitical tensions.2

Fixed income ETFs attracted $13 billion in March, surpassing equity ETFs early in the month. Ultra-short-term Treasury ETFs like SGOV and BIL led the inflows, driven by recession fears and market volatility. This reflects a shift in investor focus towards safer assets amid economic uncertainty.3