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Vanguard Diversified Bond Index - Managed Fund
Fund Objective
The Fund meets its investment strategy by investing in the following underlying funds: - Vanguard Australian Fixed Interest Index Fund - Vanguard Global Aggregate Bond Index Fund (Hedged).Fund Strategy
The Fund meets its investment strategy by investing in the following underlying funds: - Vanguard Australian Fixed Interest Index Fund - Vanguard Global Aggregate Bond Index Fund (Hedged).Fund Performance Comparison
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Fees Comparison
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Fund performance
| 1M | 3M | 6M | 1Y p.a. | 2Y p.a. | 3Y p.a. | 5Y p.a. | 10Y p.a. | |
| Total return | 0.23% | -0.32% | 1.33% | 3.97% | 3.12% | 2.82% | -0.95% | 1.49% |
| Growth return | 0.97% | 0.52% | 1.52% | 3.08% | 3.48% | 3.33% | -1.59% | -2.5% |
| Income return | -0.74% | -0.84% | -0.19% | 0.89% | -0.36% | -0.51% | 0.64% | 3.99% |
Asset Allocation
Vanguard Diversified Bond Index
- Cash
- 4.09%
- Fixed Interest
- 95.91%
General Information
Fund Details
| Type | Description |
| Vanguard Diversified Bond Index | |
| Vanguard Investments Australia Ltd | |
| VAN0042AU | |
 (as at 31 Jan 2026) |
|
| Unknown | |
| 9 May 2011 | |
| $423 million (as at 31 Jan 2026) | |
| $0.8794 (as at 26 Feb 2026) | |
| $0.8778 (as at 26 Feb 2026) | |
| Open |
Offer information
| Type | Description |
| MER | 0.29% (as at 14 Nov 2025) |
| Indirect Cost Ratio (ICR) | 0.29% (as at 30 Jun 2025) |
| Minimum initial investment | $500,000 |
| Minimum additional investments | $5,000.00 |
| Minimum redemption amount | $1,000.00 |
Top 10 holdings (as at 31 Jan 2026)
| Holding (as at 31 Jan 2026) | Type | % of Portfolio |
| Vanguard Global Agg Bd Indx Fd (Hdg) | 70% | |
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FAQs about the Vanguard Diversified Bond Index
What is the objective of the Vanguard Diversified Bond Index managed fund?
The objective of the Vanguard Diversified Bond Index managed fund is The Fund meets its investment strategy by investing in the following underlying funds: - Vanguard Australian Fixed Interest Index Fund - Vanguard Global Aggregate Bond Index Fund (Hedged).
What is the strategy for the Vanguard Diversified Bond Index managed fund?
The strategy of the Vanguard Diversified Bond Index managed fund is The Fund meets its investment strategy by investing in the following underlying funds: - Vanguard Australian Fixed Interest Index Fund - Vanguard Global Aggregate Bond Index Fund (Hedged).
What is the APIR code of the Vanguard Diversified Bond Index managed fund?
The APIR code of the Vanguard Diversified Bond Index managed fund is VAN0042AU.
What was Vanguard Diversified Bond Index’s total return last month?
Vanguard Diversified Bond Index’s total return last month was 0.23%. This was made up of a growth return of 0.97% and an income return of -0.74%. These returns were calculated as at 31 Jan 2026.
What was Vanguard Diversified Bond Index’s total return for the last three months?
Vanguard Diversified Bond Index’s total return for the last three months was -0.32%. This was made up of a growth return of 0.52% and an income return of -0.84%%. These returns were calculated as at 31 Jan 2026.
What is Vanguard Diversified Bond Index’s one-year total return?
Vanguard Diversified Bond Index’s one-year total return is 3.97%. This was made up of a growth return of 3.08% and an income return of 0.89%. These returns were calculated as at 31 Jan 2026.
What is Vanguard Diversified Bond Index’s three-year total return?
Vanguard Diversified Bond Index’s one-year total return is 2.82%. This was made up of a growth return of 3.33% and an income return of -0.51%. These returns were calculated as at 31 Jan 2026.
What is the asset allocation of the Vanguard Diversified Bond Index managed fund?
The asset allocation of the Vanguard Diversified Bond Index managed fund is :
- Cash
- 4.09%
- Fixed Interest
- 95.91%
Who is the responsible Entity of the Vanguard Diversified Bond Index managed fund?
The Responsible Entity for the Vanguard Diversified Bond Index managed fund is Vanguard Investments Australia Ltd.
What is the size of the Vanguard Diversified Bond Index managed fund?
As at 31 Jan 2026, the size of the Vanguard Diversified Bond Index managed fund was $423 million.
What is the inception date of the Vanguard Diversified Bond Index managed fund?
The Vanguard Diversified Bond Index managed fund has an inception date of 9 May 2011.
What is the current entry price of the Vanguard Diversified Bond Index managed fund?
The current entry price of the Vanguard Diversified Bond Index managed fund is $0.8794 per unit and the current exit price is $0.8778 per unit (as at 26 Feb 2026).
What is the current exit price of the Vanguard Diversified Bond Index managed fund?
The current exit price of the Vanguard Diversified Bond Index managed fund is $0.8778 per unit and the current entry price is $0.8794 per unit (as at 26 Feb 2026).
What is the minimum investment amount for the Vanguard Diversified Bond Index managed fund?
The minimum initial investment amount for the Vanguard Diversified Bond Index managed fund is $500,000. Minimum additional investment is $5000.
Fund data sourced from Morningstar. Some material is copyright and published under licence from ASX Operations Pty Limited ACN 004 523 782 ("ASXO"). Data and content is provided for personal use only. Whilst every care has been taken in producing these numbers, neither Morningstar nor InvestSMART can make any guarantees around the complete accuracy of these figures. Should you decide to change investments, please read all relevant disclosure documents including the Product Disclosure Statements and if required, you may consider speaking to a financial professional for further guidance. A tax event may be realised as a result of switching investments. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.
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