Vanguard Diversified Conservative Index ETF
Vanguard · Multiple (Vanguard strategic asset allocation, conservative) · Since 2017
Annual fee
0.27%
$27/year per $10,000
Fund size
$297M
AUD · as at 30 Sep 2026
Dividend yield
3%
Quarterly · approx., as at 30 Apr 2026
Holdings
14
underlying funds
Dividend yield is a trailing distribution figure, as at 30 Apr 2026. These figures may be out of date. Check the fund manager's website for current performance. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future returns.
Next estimated distribution: ~January 2027 (estimated, not guaranteed; confirm with the fund manager). Distribution calendar → · View full distribution history →
VDCO is an all-in-one diversified ETF weighted towards defensive assets, with the balance in Australian and international shares. A conservative allocation typically has lower expected volatility than growth-tilted options. General information only, not financial advice.
Based on publicly available fund data. Not a recommendation to buy or sell.
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| Company | Weight |
|---|---|
| Vanguard Global Aggregate Bond Index Fund Hedged | 37.0% |
| Vanguard Australian Fixed Interest Index Fund | 16.3% |
| Vanguard Australian Shares Index Fund | 10.3% |
| Vanguard Cash Reserve Fund | 9.8% |
| Vanguard International Shares Index Fund | 7.6% |
| Vanguard International Shares Index Fund Hedged | 5.2% |
| Vanguard Global Aggregate Bond Index Fund Hedged ETF | 4.7% |
| Vanguard Emerging Markets Shares Index Fund | 2.1% |
| Vanguard International Small Companies Index Fund | 1.9% |
| Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF | 1.5% |
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Approximate breakdown based on fund category. VDCO invests through other funds or listed vehicles, so its own holdings file lists those vehicles rather than the underlying assets.
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Global Equities | 18% |
| Australian Equities | 12% |
| Bonds | 60% |
| Cash | 10% |
Look-through estimate: VDCO invests in other funds, so this combines those funds' published holdings, weighted by VDCO's allocation. It covers approximately 90% of the fund; the rest is shown as Other.
| Country | Weight |
|---|---|
| United States | 29.6% |
| Australia | 27.8% |
| Japan | 3.5% |
| France | 3% |
| Germany | 2.7% |
| United Kingdom | 2.5% |
| Canada | 2.4% |
| Supranational | 2% |
| Other | 26.5% |
Historical returns
Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future returns.
Returns as at 30 Sep 2026. Figures are approximate total returns in AUD including distributions. Sources: fund manager fact sheets and the ASX Investment Products report.
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VDCO is an all-in-one diversified ETF weighted towards defensive assets, with the balance in Australian and international shares.
VDCO's annual management fee is 0.27% p.a. ($27 per $10,000 invested).
VDCO pays distributions quarterly. Distributions are not guaranteed and will vary.