In a comparison between Vanguard Intermediate-Term Corporate Bond ETF (VCIT) and Fidelity Total Bond ETF (FBND), VCIT is cheaper to own but FBND offers a wider mix of bonds and lower five-year drawdown. FBND has a slightly higher yield and lower beta, indicating less volatility. VCIT is larger and more concentrated with over 340 holdings compared to FBND’s 2,700+. VCIT charges an annual expense ratio of 0.03% while FBND’s is 0.36%. FBND has a lower max drawdown over 5 years at -17.23% compared to VCIT’s -20.56%. FBND holds over 2,700 bonds across sectors while VCIT focuses on investment-grade corporate bonds with intermediate maturities. Bond ETFs VCIT and FBND cater to different investor priorities, with VCIT offering predictability and low cost, while FBND provides flexibility and stability.

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