The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in inflation-indexed bonds issued by the U.S. government, its agencies and instrumentalities, and corporations. It may invest in bonds of any maturity; however, its dollar-weighted average maturity is generally expected to be in the range of 7 to 20 years. At a minimum, all bonds purchased by the fund will be rated investment-grade or, if unrated, will be considered by the advisor to be investment-grade.
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VIPSX is the ticker symbol for Vanguard Inflation Protected Se, a Inflation-Protected Bond mutual fund managed by Vanguard. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in inflation-indexed bonds issued by the U.S. government, its agencies and instrumentalities, and corporations. It may invest in bonds of any maturity; however, its dollar-weighted average maturity is generally expected to be in the range of 7 to 20 years. At a minimum, all bonds purchased by the fund will be rated investment-grade or, if unrated, will be considered by the advisor to be investment-grade.
VIPSX has an expense ratio of 0.00% per year. On a $10,000 investment, that amounts to roughly $0 annually in fund fees. This is considered a very low-cost fund.
VIPSX has posted a 1-year return of +3.90%, 3-year return of +3.53%, 5-year return of +0.89%, 10-year return of +28.15%. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Returns are annualized for periods greater than one year.
VIPSX requires a minimum initial investment of $3,000. Some brokerages or retirement accounts may waive or reduce this minimum.
Whether VIPSX is right for you depends on your investment goals, time horizon, and risk tolerance. Key factors to evaluate include its 0.00% expense ratio, Inflation-Protected Bond category exposure, historical returns, and how it fits within your broader portfolio. We recommend comparing it against similar funds in the same category and consulting a qualified financial advisor.
Important: Past performance does not guarantee future results. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Please consult with a financial advisor before making investment decisions.
