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Compare DGSM vs. GDX
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 Dimensional Global Small Company - Active ETF (DGSM) and the VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
DGSM | GDX | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 17 | 199 |
Median incremental investment | $2,399.80 | $1,200.00 |
Median investment frequency | Fortnightly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $12,160.05 | $3,387.67 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
DGSM | GDX | |
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Strategy | DGSM.AX was created on 2000-08-21 by Dimensional. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on small cap equity. The investment objective of the Fund is to provide long-term capital growth by gaining exposure to a diversified portfolio of small companies associated with approved developed markets (excluding Australia). | GDX.AX was created on 2015-06-26 by VanEck. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on materials equity. To achieve this investment objective, GDX.AX employs a passive management strategy of investing in the NYSE-listed GDX.AX issued and operated by VanEck in the United States. |
Top 3 holdings | Ciena Corp (0.33 %) Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd (0.31 %) Flex Ltd (0.31 %) | Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd (9.28 %) Newmont Corp (8.95 %) Barrick Mining Corp (7.32 %) |
Top 3 industries | Industrials (29.31 %) Information Technology (27.46 %) Consumer Discretionary (27.17 %) | Materials (76.97 %) Other (23.03 %) |
Top 3 countries | Canada (52.17 %) United States (17.26 %) Australia (11.76 %) | |
Management fee | 0.647 % | 0.53 % |
Key Summary
DGSM | GDX | |
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Issuer | Dimensional | VanEck |
Tracking index | NYSE Arca Gold Miners Index - AUD | |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.647 % | 0.53 % |
Price | $38.85 | $147.29 |
Size | N/A | $1.589 billion |
10Y return | N/A | 671.15 % |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 1.74 % | 1.44 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 18/08/2024 | 26/06/2015 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
DGSM | GDX | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 17 | 199 |
Median incremental investment | $2,399.80 | $1,200.00 |
Median investment frequency | Fortnightly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $12,160.05 | $3,387.67 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
DGSM | GDX | |
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DGSM | GDX |
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Lower exposure to AU market | Higher exposure to AU market |
Lower exposure to US market | Higher exposure to US market |
Higher management fee | Lower management fee |
Lower price growth | Higher price growth |
Higher distribution yield | Lower distribution yield |