Vanguard Short-Term Inflation-Protected Securities ETF (VTIP) ETF
Data as of October 19, 2026
Stockbruh grade: Challenging 0/3 metrics rated Sunny
What does Vanguard Short-Term Inflation-Protected Securities ETF invest in?
This exchange-traded fund seeks to mirror an index tracking U.S. Treasury inflation-protected securities (TIPS) with maturities of less than five years.
Key Numbers
| Metric | Rating | What it means |
|---|
| Returns (5Y CAGR) | ⛅ Moderate | ≥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 | $48.68 | Assets Under Management | — |
Common Questions
How have VTIP's returns been over the last 5 years?
VTIP has delivered moderate 5-year returns (1%–8% CAGR), rated Cloudy on Stockbruh's weather system. Sign up to see the full return history.
Is VTIP a good ETF for beginners?
Stockbruh provides a beginner-friendly analysis of VTIP covering returns (5Y CAGR), dividend yield, and expense ratio. VTIP has moderate fees. Sign up free to see the full weather-rated breakdown.