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Compare ALFA vs. XMET
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 Betashares Energy Transition Metals ETF (XMET). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
ALFA | XMET | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 12 | 47 |
Median incremental investment | $1,023.25 | $1,054.37 |
Median investment frequency | Fortnightly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $1,525.76 | $1,870.14 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
ALFA | XMET | |
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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. | XMET.AX was created on 2022-10-26 by BetaShares. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on materials equity. The investment objective of the Fund is to provide an investment return that aims to track the performance of the Nasdaq Sprott Energy Transition Materials Select Index, before taking into account fees and expenses |
Top 3 holdings | Eagers Automotive Ltd (9.00 %) Megaport Ltd (8.89 %) Temple & Webster Group Ltd (8.89 %) | FIRST MAJESTIC SILVER CORP (6.47 %) ENDEAVOUR SILVER CORP (6.11 %) LYNAS RARE EARTHS LTD (5.23 %) |
Top 3 industries | Other (54.19 %) Materials (45.78 %) Industrials (0.07 %) | |
Top 3 countries | Canada (36.79 %) Australia (17.96 %) United States (17.25 %) | |
Management fee | 0.39 % | 0.69 % |
Key Summary
ALFA | XMET | |
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Issuer | VanEck | BetaShares |
Tracking index | Nasdaq Sprott Energy Transition Materials Select Index - AUD - Benchmark TR Net | |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.39 % | 0.69 % |
Price | $23.84 | $13.17 |
Size | $16.529 million | $37.882 million |
10Y return | N/A | N/A |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 0.51 % | 0.84 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 22/01/2025 | 27/10/2022 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
ALFA | XMET | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 12 | 47 |
Median incremental investment | $1,023.25 | $1,054.37 |
Median investment frequency | Fortnightly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $1,525.76 | $1,870.14 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
ALFA | XMET | |
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ALFA | XMET |
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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 distribution yield | Higher distribution yield |