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Compare ALFA vs. VACF
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 Vanguard Australian Corp Fixed Interest Index ETF (VACF). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
ALFA | VACF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 15 | 15 |
Median incremental investment | $1,023.50 | $1,595.00 |
Median investment frequency | Fortnightly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $987.62 | $3,993.22 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
ALFA | VACF | |
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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. | VACF.AX was created on 2014-10-10 by Vanguard. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on investment grade fixed income. Vanguard Australian Corporate Fixed Interest Index Fund seeks to track the return of the Bloomberg AusBond Credit 0+ Yr Index before taking into account fees, expenses and tax. |
Top 3 holdings | Eagers Automotive Ltd (9.00 %) Megaport Ltd (8.89 %) Temple & Webster Group Ltd (8.89 %) | Kommunalbanken AS 4.25 2025-07-16 (1.09 %) CPPIB Capital Inc. 4.2 2028-05-02 (0.95 %) CPPIB Capital Inc. 4.45 2027-09-01 (0.95 %) |
Top 3 industries | ||
Top 3 countries | ||
Management fee | 0.39 % | 0.29 % |
Key Summary
ALFA | VACF | |
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Issuer | VanEck | Vanguard |
Tracking index | Bloomberg AusBond Credit 0+ Yr Index - AUD | |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.39 % | 0.29 % |
Price | $21.47 | $51.86 |
Size | $24.179 million | $1.556 million |
10Y return | N/A | N/A |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 0.51 % | 2.19 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 22/01/2025 | 25/05/2016 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
ALFA | VACF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 15 | 15 |
Median incremental investment | $1,023.50 | $1,595.00 |
Median investment frequency | Fortnightly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $987.62 | $3,993.22 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
ALFA | VACF | |
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ALFA | VACF |
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Higher management fee | Lower management fee |
Higher price growth | Lower price growth |
Lower distribution yield | Higher distribution yield |