Vanguard Core Bond ETF
Vanguard Core Bond ETF (NASDAQ: VCRB) is an exchange-traded fund listed on NASDAQ, trading at $73.70 (about ₹7,080 a unit) as of 29 Sep 2026, 4:00 PM ET. It has an expense ratio of 0.1% and holds 1,603 securities. Indian residents can buy VCRB through Paasa under the RBI's Liberalised Remittance Scheme.
Quote
Today's low
$73.50
Today's high
$73.83
52 week low
$73.50
52 week high
$79.18
VCRB opened at $73.83, closed previously at $73.77, and has traded between $73.50 and $79.18 over the past 52 weeks.
About
The Vanguard Core Bond ETF is an actively managed fund meticulously crafted to deliver broad exposure, primarily within the U.S. investment-grade fixed income landscape. This cost-efficient offering strategically invests in a diverse array of U.S. Treasury, mortgage-backed, and corporate debt instruments, spanning a full spectrum of yields and maturities, from short-term to long-term issues. Utilizing a disciplined and risk-aware approach, the fund aims to outperform the broader investment-grade market through astute security selection, informed sector allocation, and, to a lesser extent, duration management. Consistent with other fixed-income investments, it is susceptible to interest rate risk; an increase in rates could diminish the value of the portfolio's bonds, thereby reducing the fund's Net Asset Value (NAV). Due to its comprehensive coverage of all major segments and maturities within the investment-grade market, investors may consider it a central component of their bond holdings. It's crucial to understand that this Core Bond ETF is a standalone product, distinct from the Vanguard Core Bond Fund (VCOBX and VCORX). Differences in their operational scope, specific investment methodologies, and underlying assets are anticipated to result in varying investment returns between the two funds.
Key statistics
Expense ratio
0.1%
Assets (AUM)
$7.7B
Holdings
1,603
NAV
$73.69
Avg. volume
—
1-year price change
-6.03%
5-year price change
—
Price change excludes dividends.
Top 10 holdings
VCRB holds 1,603 securities in total. These 10 are 8.4% of the fund.
Where the money is invested
Sectors
Countries
How to buy VCRB from India
Indian residents can buy VCRB units through Paasa in three steps. Funds leave India under the RBI's Liberalised Remittance Scheme and the units are held in your own name with Interactive Brokers.
Open your Paasa account
KYC takes a few minutes: PAN, Aadhaar and address proof. Your brokerage account is opened in your own name with Interactive Brokers.
Add funds from your Indian bank account
Remit up to $250,000 a year under the RBI's Liberalised Remittance Scheme. Your bank converts the rupees to US dollars at its rate on the day you remit.
Search VCRB and buy
Find the fund by its ticker, VCRB, on NASDAQ, and place your order. Fractional units are available and there is no minimum trade size, so you can buy by amount.
Read the full guide: how to invest in VCRB from India
Trading and taxes when buying VCRB from India
Trading and limits
- Trading hours
- 9:30 am – 4:00 pm ET
- LRS limit
- $250,000Per financial year, under the RBI's Liberalised Remittance Scheme.
Tax for Indian residents
- TCS on remittance
- 20%Collected by your bank on LRS remittances above ₹10 lakh in a financial year. The TCS is adjustable against your income-tax liability.Adjusting TCS against your tax
- Capital gains in India
- Taxable in IndiaGains are taxable in India. Debt-oriented funds can be taxed differently from equity funds, so confirm your rate before selling.
- Dividends
- Slab rateIt pays the dividends from its holdings out to you in cash, and dividends are taxed at your slab rate in India.Dividend tax explained
- US estate tax
- May applyUS-situs assets such as US-listed shares can be exposed to US estate tax for non-US persons.US estate tax calculator
Custody. Units are held in your own name at Interactive Brokers LLC and are SIPC-insured up to $500,000 in total, including $250,000 for cash.
FAQs
What is the VCRB price today?
Vanguard Core Bond ETF (VCRB) last traded at $73.70 on NASDAQ, as of 29 Sep 2026, 4:00 PM ET. That is ₹7,080 a unit at the 29 Sep 2026 USD/INR rate.
When does VCRB trade, in Indian time?
NASDAQ trades 7:00 pm – 1:30 am IST, so the close lands after midnight. The window shifts to 8:00 pm – 2:30 am IST when the US is on standard time. Orders can only execute during that window.
How big is VCRB, and what does it cost to hold?
Vanguard Core Bond ETF manages about $7.7B. Its expense ratio is 0.1% a year, deducted inside the fund. It launched in 2023.
What are VCRB's largest holdings?
The top three are MKTLIQ 12/31/2049 (1.2%), United States Treasury Note/Bond 4.13% 10/31/2029 (1.1%) and United States Treasury Note/Bond 4.63% 04/30/2029 (0.9%). VCRB's 10 largest positions make up 8.4% of the fund.
Does VCRB pay dividends?
Yes. VCRB is a distributing fund and pays the dividends from its holdings out in cash. In India they are taxed at your slab rate.
How are gains on VCRB taxed in India?
Gains are taxable in India. Debt-oriented funds can be taxed differently from equity funds, so confirm your rate before selling.
Can I buy fractional units of VCRB?
Yes. You can buy VCRB by amount rather than by whole unit, and there is no minimum trade size.
How has VCRB performed?
VCRB's price is down 6.0% over the past year. These figures are price change only and exclude dividends; past performance does not guarantee future returns.