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VAF ETF · Vanguard Australian Fixed Interest Index ETF
Performance & flows
Historic performance and flows
| 1M | 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | MTD | QTD | YTD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -1.91%  | -0.77% | +1.00%  | +5.95% | -0.19%  | -1.84% | -0.79% | -0.79% | |
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Key fund info
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Risk profile
Historical risk/return profile
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Returns | -0.77% | +1.00% | +5.95% | -0.20%  |
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Exposure
Sustainability
ESG Consensus® by Conser
Our partner Conser gathers the industry's consensus on the business practices of the underlying holdings. We have computed the following metrics about VAF ETF's sustainability, based on their methodology.
ESG Consensus® is based on the Final Sustainability Grade, which itself consists of 10 grades. Our partner Conser calculates the exact grade, based on market intelligence, using their proprietary ESG Consensus® methodology.
VAF’s has a Final Sustainability Grade of either A+, A, or A-.
Issuer
| AuM | ||
|---|---|---|
VOO | Vanguard S&P 500 ETF | €689.46B |
VTI | Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF | €474.39B |
VEA | Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF | €173.47B |
VUG | Vanguard Growth ETF | €155.9B |
VTV | Vanguard Value ETF | €140.89B |
Frequently asked questions about VAF
What does Vanguard Australian Fixed Interest Index ETF, VAF, invest in?
VAF is a Passive ETF. This ETF provides exposure to Australian Investment Grade Aggregate Bonds.
Which benchmark or index does VAF replicate?
VAF tracks the Bloomberg AusBond Composite 0+ Yr Gross Total Return Index - AUD, through a optimized sampling replication method.
What is the Total Expense ratio (TER) of VAF?
VAF carries a total expense ratio (TER) of 0.1%, indicating the annual cost for holding the fund.
When was VAF launched?
VAF was introduced to the market on October 29, 2012. It trades on Australia
Who is the ETF issuer of VAF?
Vanguard Australian Fixed Interest Index ETF, VAF, is provided by Vanguard. Learn more about Vanguard here.
What is the current assets under management (AUM) of VAF?
VAF oversees €2.05B in assets as of March 30, 2026.
How has VAF performed lately?
Based on data from March 30, 2026, VAF returned -1.91% over the past month, -0.77% over the last three months and -0.79% year-to-date.
What are the latest inflows or outflows for VAF?
As of March 30, 2026, VAF recorded net flows of +€5.9M over the last month and +€82M year-to-date.
Does VAF distribute dividends?
VAF follows a distributing dividend policy, meaning it pays out income to investors. As of March 30, 2026, its 12-month trailing yield was 3.17%.
What are the main country or region exposures of VAF?
As of February 28, 2026, VAF has significant geographic allocations in Australia, USA and Canada.
In which sector or theme does VAF invest in?
As of February 28, 2026, VAF focuses largely on Sovereign, Other financial institutions and Government agencies.
How many securities does VAF hold and how diversified is it?
As of February 28, 2026, VAF holds 834 positions in its portfolio, with 31.63% of assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the main positions in VAF?
As of February 28, 2026, VAF top three holdings include Australia, TB 2.75% 21nov2029, AUD, Australia, TB 2.75% 21nov2028, AUD and Australia, TB 3.25% 21apr2029, AUD.
What is the base currency of VAF?
The base currency of VAF is AUD.
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