Vanguard Diversified Conservative Index ETF
Vanguard · Multiple (Vanguard strategic asset allocation, conservative) · Since 2017
Annual fee
0.27%
$27/yr per $10,000
Fund size
$288M
AUD
Dividend yield
3%
Quarterly · approx. as at Q2 2026
Holdings
14
underlying funds
Next estimated distribution: ~June 2026 (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.
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Global Equities | 18% |
| Australian Equities | 12% |
| Bonds | 60% |
| Cash | 10% |
| Country | Weight |
|---|---|
| Australia | 99.9% |
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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% per year ($27 per $10,000 invested).
VDCO pays distributions quarterly. Distributions are not guaranteed and will vary.