Vanguard VGLT vs Schwab SCHQ: Long-Term Treasury ETF Yield Comparison

The Vanguard Long-Term Treasury ETF (NASDAQ:VGLT) currently has a yield of 4.8%, while the Schwab Long-Term U.S. Treasury ETF (NYSEMKT:SCHQ) offers a slightly higher yield of 4.9%. Both ETFs share a low expense ratio of 0.03% and focus on long-duration government debt, making them sensitive to interest rate changes. The Vanguard fund, launched in 2009, has paid $2.52 per share in the last 12 months, with a recent share price of about $53.05. The Schwab fund, introduced in 2019, has paid $1.47 per share and is currently priced around $30.10. This matters for ordinary investors seeking safe fixed-income investments in a volatile market environment.