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Compare AAA vs. VACF
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 AAA and VACF. In this comparison, we'll delve into these options across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
AAA | VACF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 242 | 14 |
Median incremental investment | $4,084.90 | $1,284.00 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,331.51 | $4,402.20 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
AAA | VACF | |
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Strategy | AAA.AX was created on 2012-03-06 by BetaShares. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on target outcome asset allocation. The Fund aims to provide exposure to Australian cash, with attractive and regular incomedistributions that exceed the 30 day Bank Bill Swap Rate (after fees and expenses). | VACF.AX was created on 2014-10-10 by Vanguard. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on investment grade fixed income. The ETF currently has 1.53m in AUM and 538 holdings. Vanguard Australian Corporate Fixed Interest Index Fund seeks to track the return of the Bloomberg AusBond Credit 0+ Yr Index before taking into account fees, expenses and tax. |
Top 3 holdings | Betashares Australian High Interest Cash ETF (100 %) | Kommunalbanken AS 4.25 2025-07-16 (1.09 %) CPPIB Capital Inc. 4.2 2028-05-02 (0.95 %) CPPIB Capital Inc. 4.45 2027-09-01 (0.95 %) |
Top 3 industries | Communication Services (100.00 %) | |
Top 3 countries | ||
Management fee | 0.18 % | 0.29 % |
Key Summary
AAA | VACF | |
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Issuer | BetaShares | Vanguard |
Tracking index | Bloomberg AusBond Credit 0+ Yr Index - AUD | |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.18 % | 0.29 % |
Price | $50.15 | $50.60 |
Size | $5.136 billion | $1.517 million |
10Y return | 0.03 % | N/A |
Annual dividend/ distribution yield (5Y) | 2.26 % | 2.33 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 07/03/2012 | 25/05/2016 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
AAA | VACF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 242 | 14 |
Median incremental investment | $4,084.90 | $1,284.00 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,331.51 | $4,402.20 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
AAA | VACF | |
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AAA | VACF |
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Lower management fee | Higher management fee |
Higher price growth | Lower price growth |
Lower distribution yield | Higher distribution yield |