Which Is the Better Core Bond ETF for Income Investors: Vanguard's BND or iShares' MUB?

The article compares two major bond ETFs: Vanguard's BND and iShares' MUB. BND offers lower costs (0.03% expense ratio) and higher yields (3.90%), making it suitable for lower-bracket taxpayers and retirement accounts. MUB focuses on tax-exempt municipal bonds with a 3.20% yield that translates to approximately 5.8% tax-equivalent yield for high-bracket investors, plus better downside protection with a smaller maximum drawdown over five years.