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VGAB ETF · Vanguard Global Aggregate Bond Index ETF
The VGAB Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) is provided by Vanguard. It is built to track an index: Bloomberg Global Aggregate Float Adjusted Composite Index. The VGAB ETF provides physical exposure, so by buying it you actually own parts of all the 22,121 underlying holdings. This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
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This fund is part ofInternational Aggregate Bonds1M perf.-2.65%
Last price
$20.71
+0.10%
1M perf.
-1.28%
1M flows
+€4.1M
AuM
€355M
E/R
0.33%
Rating
Not rated
ESG Consensus®
VGAB
$20.71
+0.10%
Performance & flows
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VGAB
$20.69
-0.28%
International Aggregate Bonds
-0.51%
Historic performance and flows
| 1M | 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | MTD | QTD | YTD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -1.28%  | -0.28%  | +2.05%  | +8.43% | -3.65% | -1.51% | -0.10% | -0.10% | |
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Main characteristics
Issuer
CUSIP
92211F108
ISIN
CA92211F1080
AuM
€355M
E/R
0.33%
Replication rating
Not rated
ESG Consensus®
More details
NAV
3/16/2026
$20.69
1D NAV change
+0.44%
Dividend policy
Replication method
Direct (Physical)
Replication model
Optimized sampling
No. of holdings
22121
Inception date
1/23/2020
Jurisdiction
Canada
Distribution
Canada
Legal structure
Open-end Fund
Base currency
CAD
Dividend distribution
Trailing 12-month distr. yield
Distribution frequency
Last distribution
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Classification
Product type
Asset class
Factors
N/A
Investment strategy
Vanguard Global Aggregate Bond Index (Hedged) ETF seeks to track the return of the Bloomberg Barclays Global Aggregate Float Adjusted Index hedged into Australian dollars before taking into account fees, expenses and tax.
Tax optimisation
PEA
France
UK Reporting Status
United Kingdom
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Risk profile
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Historical risk/return profile
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Returns | -0.28% | +2.05% | +8.43% | -3.65% |
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Synthetic Risk and Reward Indicator (SRRI)
UCITS
N/A
PRIIPS
N/A
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Countries
USA
48.07%
France
5.85%
Germany
5.49%
Japan
5.36%
United Kingdom
4.32%
Italy
3.82%
Canada
3.75%
Spain
2.63%
Unavailable
3.49%
Other
17.21%
Sectors
Sovereign
46.66%
Banks
8.36%
Other sectors
2.80%
Municipal
2.26%
Power
1.98%
Other financial institutions
1.97%
Unavailable
23.09%
Other
12.88%
Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 22121
Top 15 holdings
Data as of January 31, 2026
DE000F2MGDE7
USA, Notes 3.5% 31jan2028, USD (U-2028)
USA, Notes 4% 15feb2034, USD (B-2034)
France, OAT 2.75% 25feb2029, EUR
USA, Notes 4.25% 15nov2034, USD (F-2034)
US91282CPL99
USA, Notes 4.375% 15may2034, USD (C-2034)
USA, Notes 4.625% 15feb2035, USD (B-2035)
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USA, Notes 3.875% 15aug2034, USD (E-2034)
USA, Notes 4.5% 15nov2033, USD (F-2033)
United Kingdom, Gilt 4.375% 7mar2030, GBP
US91282CNT44
US91282CPJ44
USA, Notes 3.875% 15aug2033, USD (E-2033)
United Kingdom, Gilt 4.125% 22jul2029, GBP
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Integrates ESG criteria
No
SDG
ESG Consensus® by Conser
Data as of December 31, 2025
MethodologyOur partner Conser gathers the industry's consensus on the business practices of the underlying holdings. We have computed the following metrics about VGAB ETF's sustainability, based on their methodology.
ESG Consensus®
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.
VGAB’s has a Final Sustainability Grade of either B+, B, or B-.
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A
A-
B+
B
B-
C+
C
C-
D
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92.32% of holdings have positive scoring
10.33% of holdings have negative scoring
25.66%
58.98%
7.68%
6.08%
Consensus levels
Strong
Medium
Weak
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Trackinsight replication rating:
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Replication quality
Calculated over 12m, as of February 27, 2026
Tracking error
Tracking difference
Replication information
Index
Bloomberg Global Aggregate Float Adjusted Composite GTR Index - CAD
Index ticker
H33742CA Index
Index dividend policy
GTR
Replication method
Replication model
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Vanguard
Vanguard ID Card
Number of funds
279
Total AuM
€3.83T
Expense ratio range
0.03% - 0.48%
Average expense ratio
0.1363%
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Frequently asked questions about VGAB
What does Vanguard Global Aggregate Bond Index ETF, VGAB, invest in?
VGAB is a Passive ETF. This ETF provides exposure to Global Investment Grade Aggregate Bonds.
Which benchmark or index does VGAB replicate?
VGAB tracks the Bloomberg Global Aggregate Float Adjusted Composite GTR Index - CAD, through a optimized sampling replication method.
What is the Total Expense ratio (TER) of VGAB?
VGAB carries a total expense ratio (TER) of 0.33%, indicating the annual cost for holding the fund.
When was VGAB launched?
VGAB was introduced to the market on January 23, 2020. It trades on Canada
Who is the ETF issuer of VGAB?
Vanguard Global Aggregate Bond Index ETF, VGAB, is provided by Vanguard. Learn more about Vanguard here.
What is the current assets under management (AUM) of VGAB?
VGAB oversees €355M in assets as of March 16, 2026.
How has VGAB performed lately?
Based on data from March 16, 2026, VGAB returned -1.28% over the past month, -0.28% over the last three months and -0.10% year-to-date.
What are the latest inflows or outflows for VGAB?
As of March 16, 2026, VGAB recorded net flows of +€4M over the last month and +€17M year-to-date.
Does VGAB distribute dividends?
VGAB follows a distributing dividend policy, meaning it pays out income to investors. As of March 16, 2026, its 12-month trailing yield was 3.50%.
What are the main country or region exposures of VGAB?
As of January 31, 2026, VGAB has significant geographic allocations in USA, France and Germany.
In which sector or theme does VGAB invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, VGAB focuses largely on Sovereign, Banks and Other sectors.
How many securities does VGAB hold and how diversified is it?
As of January 31, 2026, VGAB holds 22121 positions in its portfolio, with 3.48% of assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the main positions in VGAB?
As of January 31, 2026, VGAB top three holdings include DE000F2MGDE7, USA, Notes 3.5% 31jan2028, USD (U-2028) and USA, Notes 4% 15feb2034, USD (B-2034).
What is the base currency of VGAB?
The base currency of VGAB is CAD.
Is VGAB currency-hedged?
VGAB is hedged, meaning it seeks to minimize the impact of currency fluctuations between its base currency and the currency of the underlying assets.
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