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Compare AESG 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 iShares Global Aggregate Bond Esg (Aud Hedged) ETF (AESG) 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
AESG | VAF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 1 | 182 |
Median incremental investment | $1,993.50 | $1,019.58 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $4,055.10 | $2,484.11 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
AESG | VAF | |
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Strategy | AESG.AX was created on 2022-08-09 by iShares. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on investment grade fixed income. The Fund aims to provide investors with the performance of an index, before fees and expenses (including the cost of hedging). | 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 | iShares Global Aggt Bd ESG ETF AUD H Dis (99.94 %) | 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 | Other (99.97 %) Communication Services (0.03 %) | |
Top 3 countries | ||
Management fee | 0.19 % | 0.1 % |
Key Summary
AESG | VAF | |
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Issuer | iShares | Vanguard |
Tracking index | Bloomberg MSCI Global Aggregate Sustainable and Green Bond SRI Index - Benchmark TR Net | Bloomberg AusBond Composite 0+ Yr Index - AUD |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.19 % | 0.1 % |
Price | $96.55 | $45.58 |
Size | $78.708 million | $7.040 million |
10Y return | N/A | -9.15 % |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 0.84 % | 2.14 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 10/08/2022 | 31/10/2012 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
AESG | VAF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 1 | 182 |
Median incremental investment | $1,993.50 | $1,019.58 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $4,055.10 | $2,484.11 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
AESG | VAF | |
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AESG | VAF |
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Higher management fee | Lower management fee |
Higher price growth | Lower price growth |
Lower distribution yield | Higher distribution yield |