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Compare AAA vs. VAF
Compare shares and ETFs on the ASX that you can trade on Pearler.
Overview
When it comes to investing in the Australian stock market, Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) are a popular choice. Two well-known options in the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) are the Betashares Australian High Interest Cash ETF (AAA) and the Vanguard Australian Fixed Interest Index ETF (VAF). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
AAA | VAF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 161 | 220 |
Median incremental investment | $5,125.50 | $1,019.37 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $1,959.36 | $2,387.03 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
AAA | VAF | |
|---|---|---|
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). | VAF.AX was created on 2012-10-29 by Vanguard. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on investment grade fixed income. Vanguard Australian Fixed Interest Index ETF seeks to track the return of the Bloomberg AusBond Composite 0+ Yr Index before taking into account fees, expenses and tax. |
Top 3 holdings | AUD - AUSTRALIA DOLLAR (100.00 %) | Australia Government Bond 4.25 2026-04-21 (2.95 %) Australia Government Bond 3.25 2025-04-21 (2.84 %) Australia Government Bond 0.25 2024-11-21 (2.73 %) |
Top 3 industries | Communication Services (100.00 %) | |
Top 3 countries | ||
Management fee | 0.18 % | 0.1 % |
Key Summary
AAA | VAF | |
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Issuer | BetaShares | Vanguard |
Tracking index | Bloomberg AusBond Composite 0+ Yr Index - AUD | |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.18 % | 0.1 % |
Price | $50.24 | $46.35 |
Size | $4.301 billion | $6.639 million |
10Y return | 0.14 % | -8.27 % |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 2.33 % | 2.16 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 07/03/2012 | 31/10/2012 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
AAA | VAF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 161 | 220 |
Median incremental investment | $5,125.50 | $1,019.37 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $1,959.36 | $2,387.03 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
AAA | VAF | |
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AAA | VAF |
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Higher management fee | Lower management fee |
Higher price growth | Lower price growth |
Higher distribution yield | Lower distribution yield |