VGIT vs IEI: The maturity gap that changes your rate exposure

The Vanguard Intermediate-Term Treasury ETF (NASDAQ:VGIT) and iShares 3-7 Year Treasury Bond ETF (NASDAQ:IEI) both focus on U.S. Treasury bonds in the intermediate range, but VGIT features a lower fee and higher assets under management, while IEI delivers a narrower maturity band and marginally better risk-adjusted returns.Both VGIT and IEI are designed for investors seeking exposure to intermediate-duration U.S. Treasury bonds, offering relative safety and moderate income. This comparison breaks down cost, yield, performance, risk, and portfolio composition to help clarify where each fund fits and which may appeal depending on your preferences.Beta measures price volatility relative to the S&P 500; beta is calculated from five-year monthly returns. The 1-yr return represents total return over the trailing 12 months.Continue readingWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool