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Compare BNDS 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 BetaShares Westn Asset Aus Bond Fund (Managed Fund) (BNDS) 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
BNDS | VAF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 13 | 182 |
Median incremental investment | $707.68 | $1,019.58 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $916.50 | $2,484.11 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
BNDS | VAF | |
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Strategy | BNDS.AX was created on 2018-11-07 by BetaShares. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on broad credit fixed income. The Fund aims to earn an after fee return in excess of the Bloomberg AusBond Composite 0+yr Index over rolling three year periods. | 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 | AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT 2.75% MAY-41 (2.26 %) AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT 3.5% DEC-34 (1.63 %) AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT 3.75% MAY-34 (1.61 %) | 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 (99.56 %) Communication Services (0.44 %) | |
Top 3 countries | ||
Management fee | 0.42 % | 0.1 % |
Key Summary
BNDS | VAF | |
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Issuer | BetaShares | Vanguard |
Tracking index | Bloomberg AusBond Composite Index - AUD | Bloomberg AusBond Composite 0+ Yr Index - AUD |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.42 % | 0.1 % |
Price | $23.50 | $45.58 |
Size | $786.559 million | $7.040 million |
10Y return | N/A | -9.15 % |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 2.44 % | 2.14 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 16/11/2018 | 31/10/2012 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
BNDS | VAF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 13 | 182 |
Median incremental investment | $707.68 | $1,019.58 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $916.50 | $2,484.11 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
BNDS | VAF | |
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BNDS | VAF |
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Higher management fee | Lower management fee |
Lower price growth | Higher price growth |
Higher distribution yield | Lower distribution yield |