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Compare AASF vs. GDX
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 Airlie Australian Share Fund - Active ETF (AASF) and the VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
AASF | GDX | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 15 | 110 |
Median incremental investment | $1,962.56 | $1,493.50 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $1,461.60 | $2,949.98 |
Average age group | 26 - 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
AASF | GDX | |
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Strategy | AASF.AX was created on 2018-06-01 by Airlie. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on total market equity. The Funds primary objective is to provide long-term capital growth and regular income through investment in Australian equities. | GDX.AX was created on 2015-06-26 by VanEck. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on materials equity. To achieve this investment objective, GDX.AX employs a passive management strategy of investing in the NYSE-listed GDX.AX issued and operated by VanEck in the United States. |
Top 3 holdings | BHP Group Ltd (9.28 %) CSL Ltd (7.35 %) Commonwealth Bank of Australia (6.99 %) | Newmont Corp (13.73 %) Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd (12.49 %) Wheaton Precious Metals Corp (8.25 %) |
Top 3 industries | Materials (24.59 %) Financials (21.58 %) Health Care (20.30 %) | Materials (76.97 %) Other (23.03 %) |
Top 3 countries | Canada (52.17 %) United States (17.26 %) Australia (11.76 %) | |
Management fee | 0 % | 0.53 % |
Key Summary
AASF | GDX | |
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Issuer | Airlie | VanEck |
Tracking index | S&P/ASX 200 Accumulation Index - AUD - Benchmark TR Gross | NYSE Arca Gold Miners Index - AUD |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0 % | 0.53 % |
Price | $4.06 | $93.65 |
Size | N/A | $983.359 million |
10Y return | N/A | 367.55 % |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 3.68 % | 1.24 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 03/06/2020 | 26/06/2015 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
AASF | GDX | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 15 | 110 |
Median incremental investment | $1,962.56 | $1,493.50 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $1,461.60 | $2,949.98 |
Average age group | 26 - 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
AASF | GDX | |
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AASF | GDX |
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Lower exposure to AU market | Higher exposure to AU market |
Lower exposure to US market | Higher exposure to US market |
Lower management fee | Higher management fee |
Lower price growth | Higher price growth |
Higher distribution yield | Lower distribution yield |