The Vanguard Short-Term Corporate Bond ETF (NASDAQ: VCSH) and the iShares 1-5 Year Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETF (NASDAQ: IGSB) differ primarily in their breadth, with IGSB being more diversified, while VCSH is slightly cheaper and has a larger asset base. Both ETFs target steady income with limited interest rate risk through short-term, investment-grade U.S. corporate bonds. This comparison highlights costs, returns, risks, and portfolio differences, aiding fixed income investors in their choices. The 1-year return reflects total performance over the past 12 months, while beta indicates price volatility relative to the S&P 500.
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