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Compare ALFA vs. IAF
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 ALFA and IAF. In this comparison, we'll delve into these options across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
ALFA | IAF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 8 | 533 |
Median incremental investment | $1,008.50 | $1,091.04 |
Median investment frequency | Fortnightly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $1,226.82 | $2,567.25 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
ALFA | IAF | |
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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. | IAF.AX was created on 2012-03-12 by iShares. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on investment grade fixed income. The ETF currently has 3015.04m in AUM and 636 holdings. The fund aims to provide investors with the performance of the Bloomberg AusBond Composite 0+ Yr IndexSM, before fees and expenses. The index is designed to measure the performance of the Australian bond market and includes investment grade fixed income securities issued by the Australian Treasury, |
Top 3 holdings | VanEck Australian Long Short Complex ETF (100 %) | AUSTRALIA (COMMONWEALTH OF) RegS (2.58 %) AUSTRALIA (COMMONWEALTH OF) RegS (2.49 %) AUSTRALIA (COMMONWEALTH OF) RegS (2.48 %) |
Top 3 industries | Other (99.35 %) Communication Services (0.20 %) Financials (0.18 %) | |
Top 3 countries | ||
Management fee | 0.39 % | 0.15 % |
Key Summary
ALFA | IAF | |
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Issuer | VanEck | iShares |
Tracking index | Bloomberg AusBond Composite 0+ Yr Index - AUD | |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.39 % | 0.15 % |
Price | $19.32 | $102.69 |
Size | $9.871 million | $2.986 billion |
10Y return | N/A | -4.96 % |
Annual dividend/ distribution yield (5Y) | - % | 2.09 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 22/01/2025 | 14/03/2012 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
ALFA | IAF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 8 | 533 |
Median incremental investment | $1,008.50 | $1,091.04 |
Median investment frequency | Fortnightly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $1,226.82 | $2,567.25 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
ALFA | IAF | |
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ALFA | IAF |
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Higher management fee | Lower management fee |
Higher price growth | Lower price growth |
Lower distribution yield | Higher distribution yield |