VGLT vs. TLT: Which Treasury Bond ETF Is the Better Buy?

Published June 14, 2026 · Category: Finance

Overview

The Vanguard Long-Term Treasury ETF (NASDAQ:VGLT) carries a significantly lower expense ratio than the iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF (NASDAQ:TLT) for investors seeking exposure to long-dated government debt.

These two funds are staples for fixed-income investors looking to hedge against stock market volatility or take advantage of falling interest rates. While both focus on the long end of the U.S. Treasury curve, subtle differences in cost and the specific maturity ranges of the underlying bonds could meaningfully impact long-term portfolio results for income-focused investors.

Details

Beta measures price volatility relative to the S&P 500; beta is calculated from five-year monthly returns. The 1-year return represents total return over the trailing 12 months. Dividend yield is the trailing-12-month distribution yield.

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Originally published at www.fool.com.

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