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Quick Take

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Quick Take

Too Good to Be True

Vanguard’s first active ETFs won’t carry the rock-bottom fees first advertised. A filing error, not a strategy shift—and a reminder that Vanguard’s tech still needs work.

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Vanguard’s First Human-Run ETFs Are (Nearly) Here

The fund giant’s new ETFs come with standout pricing—but cost alone doesn’t make them must-own investments.

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Vanguard’s Emerging Markets ex-China ETF Is Finally Here

The fund giant expands its ETF lineup while sharpening its competitive edge.

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Vanguard Finally Launches a Junk Bond ETF

A long-overdue launch collides with a junk bond market priced for perfection.

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Total Bond Gets a “Plus”

Due out in December, Core-Plus Bond Index ETF promises more complete coverage, but don’t expect it to dethrone Total Bond Market ETF.

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From Closet Indexer to Active Aggressor?

After decades of musical chairs, Vanguard bets on a single manager—Tremblant Capital—to give MidCap Growth a new identity.

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