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Compare ALFA vs. HGEN
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 VanEck Australian Long Short Complex ETF (ALFA) and the Global X Hydrogen ETF (HGEN). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
ALFA | HGEN | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 16 | 291 |
Median incremental investment | $996.75 | $638.25 |
Median investment frequency | Fortnightly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $1,802.72 | $1,291.50 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
ALFA | HGEN | |
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Strategy | ALFA.AX was created on 2025-01-21 by VanEck. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on long/short alternatives. The Fund aims to outperform the S&P/ASX 200 Accumulation Index (Benchmark) over the medium to long term after fees and other costs. There is no guarantee that this objective will be achieved. | HGEN.AX was created on 2021-10-06 by Global X. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on theme equity. The Fund aims to provide investors with a return that (before fees and expenses) tracks the performance of the Solactive Global Hydrogen ESG Index. |
Top 3 holdings | IGO Ltd (3.93 %) Kingsgate Consolidated Ltd (3.87 %) MA Financial Group Ltd (3.55 %) | Bloom Energy Corp Class A (15.40 %) Plug Power Inc (9.28 %) Kaori Heat Treatment Co Ltd (8.68 %) |
Top 3 industries | Industrials (68.86 %) Materials (18.25 %) Consumer Staples (7.54 %) | |
Top 3 countries | Australia (100.00 %) | United States (55.24 %) Korea (12.77 %) Taiwan (8.11 %) |
Management fee | 0.39 % | 0.69 % |
Key Summary
ALFA | HGEN | |
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Issuer | VanEck | Global X |
Tracking index | Solactive Global Hydrogen Index - Benchmark TR Net | |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.39 % | 0.69 % |
Price | $23.74 | $10.25 |
Size | $29.851 million | $46.645 million |
10Y return | N/A | N/A |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 0.51 % | 0.32 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 22/01/2025 | 06/10/2021 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
ALFA | HGEN | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 16 | 291 |
Median incremental investment | $996.75 | $638.25 |
Median investment frequency | Fortnightly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $1,802.72 | $1,291.50 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
ALFA | HGEN | |
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ALFA | HGEN |
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Higher exposure to AU market | Lower exposure to AU market |
Lower exposure to US market | Higher exposure to US market |
Lower management fee | Higher management fee |
Higher distribution yield | Lower distribution yield |