Vanguard Long-Term Bond Fund (BLV) ETF
Data as of August 17, 2026
Stockbruh grade: Challenging 0/3 metrics rated Sunny
What does Vanguard Long-Term Bond Fund invest in?
💼 This index captures larger U.S. government, investment-grade corporate, and international dollar-denominated bonds.
Key Numbers
| Metric | Rating | What it means |
|---|
| Returns (5Y CAGR) | ⛈️ Weak | ≥8% = Sunny, 1–8% = Cloudy, <1% = Thunderstorm |
| Dividends | ⛅ Moderate | Dividend yield and consistency |
| Fees (Expense Ratio) | ⛅ Moderate | <0.5% = Sunny, 0.5–1.5% = Cloudy, >1.5% = Thunderstorm |
| Price | $65.43 | Assets Under Management | — |
Common Questions
How have BLV's returns been over the last 5 years?
BLV's 5-year returns have been below average (<1% CAGR), rated Thunderstorm on Stockbruh's weather system. Sign up to see detailed performance data.
Is BLV a good ETF for beginners?
Stockbruh provides a beginner-friendly analysis of BLV covering returns (5Y CAGR), dividend yield, and expense ratio. BLV has moderate fees. Sign up free to see the full weather-rated breakdown.