ATLASVident U.S. Bond Strategy ETF (VBND): outlook, holdings and fees
Vident U.S. Bond Strategy ETF (VBND) is an exchange-traded fund and is managed by Vident Financial. The expense ratio is 0.42% and the yield is 4.39%. The ten largest holdings are 37% of the fund.
Fund data as of Oct 14, 2026 · Price Nov 2, 2026
ATLAS view on VBND
| Last price | $42.45 (+0.2%) |
|---|---|
| ATLAS chance of a higher price in 1 month | 67% |
| Likely 1-month range (50%) | $42.32 – $43.07 |
| Normal 1-day range (±1σ) | ±0.3% |
| Distribution yield | 4.39% |
ATLAS probabilities use the same calibrated model as every stock page. A fair value is shown for companies, not funds; the holdings below link to the fair value of each company.
VBND fund facts
| Issuer | Vident Financial |
|---|---|
| Theme | Bonds (broad) |
| Assets under management | $517M |
| Expense ratio | 0.42% |
| Number of holdings | 10 |
| Portfolio turnover | 238% |
| Inception | Oct 15, 2014 |
| Exchange | NYSE |
The fund is an actively-managed ETF that seeks current income and long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus borrowings for investment purposes, in debt instruments that are principally traded in the United States. For purposes of the fund"s 80% policy, the fund may utilize the TBA markets for U.S. agency MBS investments, invest in dollar-denominated international bonds that are principally traded in the United States, and invest in private credit funds.
VBND top holdings
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| United States Treasury Bonds 5.25% | – | 5.68% |
| United States Treasury Notes 1.88% | – | 4.60% |
| United States Treasury Bonds 2.88% | – | 3.93% |
| United States Treasury Bonds 6.13% | – | 3.70% |
| United States Treasury Bonds 3.13% | – | 3.30% |
| United States Treasury Notes 0.38% | – | 3.38% |
| United States Treasury Notes 1.5% | – | 3.36% |
| United States Treasury Notes 2.5% | – | 2.97% |
| United States Treasury Bonds 6.25% | – | 2.76% |
| United States Treasury Bonds 6% | – | 2.92% |
Holdings with an ATLAS page link to their probability range, fair value and earnings calendar.
VBND returns and risk
| Year to date | -2.5% |
|---|---|
| 1 year | -2.0% |
| 3 years (annualised) | +4.7% |
| 5 years (annualised) | -0.3% |
| 10 years (annualised) | +1.1% |
| Volatility (3 years) | 5.3% |
| Sharpe ratio (3 years) | -0.04 |
Past returns do not guarantee future results.
VBND: frequently asked questions
What does VBND invest in?
Vident U.S. Bond Strategy ETF invests in a portfolio of securities. Its largest holdings are United States Treasury Bonds 5.25% (5.7%), United States Treasury Notes 1.88% (4.6%), United States Treasury Bonds 2.88% (3.9%), United States Treasury Bonds 6.13% (3.7%), United States Treasury Bonds 3.13% (3.3%).
What is the VBND expense ratio?
0.42% a year: about $42.00 for every $10,000 invested.
What is the VBND dividend yield?
4.39%. ATLAS does not hold the exact distribution dates for ETFs.
Will VBND go up?
Nobody can know. The ATLAS model puts the chance of a higher price in one month at 67%, with a likely range (50%) of $42.32 to $43.07 from $42.45 today. It is a probability, not a prediction.
How has VBND performed?
Year to date -2.5%, one year -2.0%, three years +4.7% a year, five years -0.3% a year. Past returns do not guarantee future results.
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