BND Is a Great Choice for Most, but I Like BLV ETF Better
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Source: NASDAQ.COM
Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF vs. Vanguard Long-Term Bond ETF: The Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF (BND) is the largest bond-focused ETF, offering broad exposure to U.S. investment-grade bonds, while the Vanguard Long-Term Bond ETF (BLV) specializes in long-term bonds with higher yields and a longer average maturity, making it potentially more lucrative for investors seeking income over time.
Performance Comparison: Although BND has outperformed BLV in shorter time frames due to its lower sensitivity to interest rate changes, BLV's focus on long-term bonds may yield better returns as interest rates decline, suggesting that it could be a more advantageous investment for the future.
Analyst Views on BLV
Wall Street analysts forecast BLV stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for BLV is USD with a low forecast of USD and a high forecast of USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
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About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
