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Compare A300 vs. IAF
Compare shares and ETFs on the ASX that you can trade on Pearler.
Overview
When it comes to investing in the Australian stock market, shares and ETFs are a popular choice. Two options in the ASX are A300 and IAF. In this comparison, we'll delve into these options across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
A300 | IAF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 259 | 528 |
Median incremental investment | $716.46 | $1,056.74 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $1,089.90 | $3,060.00 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
A300 | IAF | |
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Strategy | N/A | IAF.AX was created on 2012-03-12 by iShares. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on investment grade fixed income. The ETF currently has 3247.06m in AUM and 594 holdings. The fund aims to provide investors with the performance of the Bloomberg AusBond Composite 0+ Yr IndexSM, before fees and expenses. The index is designed to measure the performance of the Australian bond market and includes investment grade fixed income securities issued by the Australian Treasury. |
Top 3 holdings | Global X Australia 300 ETF (100 %) | AUSTRALIA (COMMONWEALTH OF) RegS (2.49 %) AUSTRALIA (COMMONWEALTH OF) RegS (2.44 %) AUSTRALIA (COMMONWEALTH OF) RegS (2.40 %) |
Top 3 industries | Other (99.31 %) Financials (0.25 %) Communication Services (0.19 %) | |
Top 3 countries | ||
Management fee | 0 % | 0.15 % |
Key Summary
A300 | IAF | |
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Issuer | iShares | |
Tracking index | Bloomberg AusBond Composite 0+ Yr Index - AUD | |
Asset class | Stock | ETF |
Management fee | 0 % | 0.15 % |
Price | $51.96 | $101.98 |
Size | N/A | $3.679 billion |
10Y return | N/A | -5.89 % |
Annual dividend/ distribution yield (5Y) | 1.34 % | 2.14 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 05/08/2025 | 14/03/2012 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
A300 | IAF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 259 | 528 |
Median incremental investment | $716.46 | $1,056.74 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $1,089.90 | $3,060.00 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
A300 | IAF | |
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A300 | IAF |
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Exposure to 1 market and 1 sector only | Exposure to more markets and sectors |
Higher price growth | Lower price growth |
Lower dividend/distribution yield | Higher dividend/distribution yield |