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Compare DGSM 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 Dimensional Global Small Company - Active ETF (DGSM) 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
DGSM | VAF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 17 | 406 |
Median incremental investment | $2,307.11 | $994.14 |
Median investment frequency | Fortnightly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $11,693.36 | $1,954.78 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
DGSM | VAF | |
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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). | 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 | Ciena Corp (0.37 %) Flex Ltd (0.31 %) Tapestry Inc (0.30 %) | 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 | Industrials (29.31 %) Information Technology (27.46 %) Consumer Discretionary (27.17 %) | |
Top 3 countries | United States (69.25 %) Japan (7.39 %) United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (4.04 %) | |
Management fee | 0.647 % | 0.1 % |
Key Summary
DGSM | VAF | |
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Issuer | Dimensional | Vanguard |
Tracking index | Bloomberg AusBond Composite 0+ Yr Index - AUD | |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.647 % | 0.1 % |
Price | $37.24 | $45.46 |
Size | N/A | $6.865 million |
10Y return | N/A | -8.68 % |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 1.74 % | 2.16 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 18/08/2024 | 31/10/2012 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
DGSM | VAF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 17 | 406 |
Median incremental investment | $2,307.11 | $994.14 |
Median investment frequency | Fortnightly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $11,693.36 | $1,954.78 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
DGSM | VAF | |
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DGSM | VAF |
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Higher exposure to US market | Lower exposure to US market |
Higher management fee | Lower management fee |
Higher price growth | Lower price growth |
Lower distribution yield | Higher distribution yield |