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Compare DGSM vs. SMLL
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 Betashares Australian Small Companies Select ETF (SMLL). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
DGSM | SMLL | |
|---|---|---|
Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 17 | 24 |
Median incremental investment | $2,399.80 | $1,994.35 |
Median investment frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
Median total investment | $12,160.05 | $2,553.20 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
DGSM | SMLL | |
|---|---|---|
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). | SMLL.AX was created on 2017-04-07 by BetaShares. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on small cap equity. The ETF currently has 324.84m in AUM and 67 holdings. The fund aims to outperform the S&P/ASX Small Ordinaries Accumulation Index over the medium to long term (after fees and expenses) by investing in a portfolio of high quality, profitable small companies. |
Top 3 holdings | Ciena Corp (0.33 %) Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd (0.31 %) Flex Ltd (0.31 %) | PERSEUS MINING LTD (5.85 %) GENESIS MINERALS LTD (4.59 %) VAULT MINERALS LTD (4.45 %) |
Top 3 industries | Industrials (29.31 %) Information Technology (27.46 %) Consumer Discretionary (27.17 %) | Materials (32.78 %) Consumer Discretionary (18.57 %) Real Estate (11.77 %) |
Top 3 countries | Australia (98.15 %) China (1.85 %) | |
Management fee | 0.647 % | 0.39 % |
Key Summary
DGSM | SMLL | |
|---|---|---|
Issuer | Dimensional | BetaShares |
Tracking index | ||
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.647 % | 0.39 % |
Price | $38.85 | $4.91 |
Size | N/A | $336.368 million |
10Y return | N/A | N/A |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 1.74 % | 4.07 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 18/08/2024 | 11/04/2017 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
DGSM | SMLL | |
|---|---|---|
Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 17 | 24 |
Median incremental investment | $2,399.80 | $1,994.35 |
Median investment frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
Median total investment | $12,160.05 | $2,553.20 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
DGSM | SMLL | |
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Cons |
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DGSM | SMLL |
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Lower exposure to AU market | Higher exposure to AU market |
Higher management fee | Lower management fee |
Lower price growth | Higher price growth |
Lower distribution yield | Higher distribution yield |