Vanguard Long-Term Treasury ETF (VGLT)
VGLT is a passive ETF by Vanguard tracking the investment results of the Barclays U.S. Long Government Float Adjusted Index. VGLT launched on Nov 19, 2009 and has a 0.04% expense ratio.
ETF Info
| ISIN | US92206C8477 |
|---|---|
| CUSIP | 92206C847 |
| Issuer | Vanguard |
| Inception Date | Nov 19, 2009 |
| Region | North America (U.S.) |
| Category | Government Bonds |
| Expense Ratio | 0.04% |
| Index Tracked | Barclays U.S. Long Government Float Adjusted Index |
| ETF Home Page | advisors.vanguard.com |
| Asset Class | Bond |
Trading Data
| Previous Close | $70.72 |
|---|---|
| Year Range | $66.35 - $91.44 |
| EMA (50) | $71.18 |
| EMA (200) | $77.43 |
| Average Volume | $1.28M |
VGLTShare Price Chart
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VGLTPerformance
The chart shows the growth of $10,000 invested in Vanguard Long-Term Treasury ETF in Jan 2010 and compares it to the S&P 500 index or another benchmark. It would be worth nearly $17,328 for a total return of roughly 73.28%. All prices are adjusted for splits and dividends.
VGLTReturns in periods
| Period | Return | Benchmark |
|---|---|---|
| 1M | 0.75% | 12.08% |
| 6M | -13.41% | -4.97% |
| YTD | -19.89% | -10.20% |
| 1Y | -18.88% | -3.65% |
| 5Y | 0.41% | 11.89% |
| 10Y | 1.66% | 11.73% |
VGLTMonthly Returns Heatmap
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | -3.70% | -1.68% | -4.76% | -9.19% | -2.03% | -1.35% | 2.62% | -1.37% | ||||
| 2021 | -3.52% | -5.58% | -4.91% | 2.29% | -0.11% | 4.17% | 3.66% | -0.27% | -2.80% | 1.89% | 2.62% | -1.91% |
| 2020 | 7.29% | 6.60% | 6.42% | 0.98% | -1.73% | 0.35% | 4.19% | -4.80% | 0.81% | -3.30% | 1.50% | -1.16% |
| 2019 | 0.48% | -1.28% | 5.40% | -1.92% | 6.72% | 1.00% | 0.29% | 10.65% | -2.57% | -1.10% | -0.38% | -2.92% |
| 2018 | -3.19% | -3.01% | 2.86% | -2.04% | 1.88% | 0.56% | -1.35% | 1.31% | -2.75% | -2.85% | 1.85% | 5.62% |
| 2017 | 0.58% | 1.65% | -0.64% | 1.59% | 1.78% | 0.66% | -0.56% | 3.28% | -2.24% | -0.07% | 0.68% | 1.73% |
| 2016 | 5.23% | 2.80% | 0.00% | -0.31% | 0.66% | 6.16% | 2.10% | -1.03% | -1.23% | -4.25% | -7.73% | -0.38% |
| 2015 | 8.65% | -5.49% | 1.39% | -2.88% | -2.26% | -3.55% | 4.05% | -0.61% | 1.87% | -0.38% | -0.85% | -0.22% |
| 2014 | 6.19% | 0.50% | 0.72% | 1.88% | 2.68% | -0.14% | 0.51% | 4.30% | -1.96% | 2.71% | 2.46% | 3.09% |
| 2013 | -2.84% | 1.22% | -0.11% | 3.91% | -6.08% | -3.42% | -1.79% | -0.70% | 0.33% | 1.04% | -2.40% | -2.01% |
| 2012 | 0.20% | -2.03% | -4.31% | 4.70% | 7.88% | -1.51% | 3.15% | -0.86% | -1.89% | -0.41% | 1.16% | -2.20% |
| 2011 | -2.10% | 1.39% | -0.10% | 2.17% | 3.34% | -1.92% | 3.99% | 8.75% | 9.96% | -3.73% | 2.16% | 2.86% |
| 2010 | 1.85% | -0.22% | -1.69% | 2.81% | 3.85% | 5.24% | -0.01% | 6.75% | -1.74% | -3.05% | -1.75% | -3.63% |
VGLTDividend History
Vanguard Long-Term Treasury ETF granted a 2.35% dividend yield in the last twelve months. The annual payout for that period amounted to $1.66 per share.
| Period | TTM | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014 | 2013 | 2012 | 2011 | 2010 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend | $1.66 | $1.63 | $2.06 | $2.05 | $2.03 | $1.99 | $1.98 | $2.39 | $2.14 | $2.04 | $2.28 | $2.33 | $2.24 |
Dividend yield | 2.35% | 1.84% | 2.22% | 2.60% | 2.93% | 2.83% | 3.06% | 3.75% | 3.32% | 3.96% | 3.86% | 4.08% | 5.08% |
VGLTDrawdowns Chart
The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way.
VGLTWorst Drawdowns
The table below shows the maximum drawdowns of the Vanguard Long-Term Treasury ETF. A maximum drawdown is an indicator of risk. It shows a reduction in portfolio value from its maximum due to a series of losing trades.
The maximum drawdown since January 2010 for the Vanguard Long-Term Treasury ETF is 33.82%, recorded on Jun 14, 2022. The portfolio has not recovered from it yet.
Depth | Start | To Bottom | Bottom | To Recover | End | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -33.82% | Aug 5, 2020 | 469 | Jun 14, 2022 | — | — | — |
| -17.79% | Jul 26, 2012 | 267 | Aug 19, 2013 | 291 | Oct 15, 2014 | 558 |
| -16.92% | Jul 11, 2016 | 111 | Dec 14, 2016 | 618 | Jun 3, 2019 | 729 |
| -14.21% | Mar 10, 2020 | 7 | Mar 18, 2020 | 96 | Aug 4, 2020 | 103 |
| -13.98% | Sep 1, 2010 | 111 | Feb 8, 2011 | 123 | Aug 4, 2011 | 234 |
| -13.81% | Feb 2, 2015 | 102 | Jun 26, 2015 | 158 | Feb 11, 2016 | 260 |
| -9.07% | Oct 4, 2011 | 18 | Oct 27, 2011 | 36 | Dec 19, 2011 | 54 |
| -8.89% | Dec 20, 2011 | 61 | Mar 19, 2012 | 41 | May 16, 2012 | 102 |
| -7.97% | Aug 29, 2019 | 51 | Nov 8, 2019 | 69 | Feb 20, 2020 | 120 |
| -4.57% | Feb 12, 2016 | 20 | Mar 11, 2016 | 58 | Jun 3, 2016 | 78 |
VGLTVolatility Chart
Current Vanguard Long-Term Treasury ETF volatility is 23.23%. The chart below shows the rolling 10-day volatility. Volatility is a statistical measure showing how big price swings are in either direction. The higher asset volatility, the riskier it is, because the price movements are less predictable.
VGLTAlternatives
| Symbol | Inception | Expense Ratio | YTD Ret. | 10Y Ann. Ret. | Div. Yield | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BND | Apr 3, 2007 | 0.03% | -8.75% | 1.54% | 2.27% | Compare VGLT and BND |
| EDV | Dec 6, 2007 | 0.06% | -27.54% | 1.66% | 2.72% | Compare VGLT and EDV |
| TLT | Jul 26, 2002 | 0.15% | -21.12% | 1.55% | 2.03% | Compare VGLT and TLT |