Back
Compare AU
Compare DIFF vs. RSM
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 Perpetual Diversified Income Active ETF (DIFF) and the Russell Investments Australian Semi-Government Bond ETF (RSM). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
DIFF | RSM | |
|---|---|---|
Popularity | N/A | N/A |
Pearlers invested | 0 | 0 |
Median incremental investment | $0 | $0 |
Median investment frequency | N/A | N/A |
Median total investment | $0 | $0 |
Average age group | N/A | N/A |
Key Summary
DIFF | RSM | |
|---|---|---|
Strategy | DIFF.AX was created on 2025-08-07 by Perpetual. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on investment grade fixed income. Aims to provide regular income and consistent returns above the Bloomberg AusBond Bank Bill Index (before fees and taxes) over rolling three-year periods by investing in a diverse range of income generating assets. | RSM.AX was created on 2012-03-08 by Russell. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on investment grade fixed income. The Fund aims to provide a total return before costs and tax, in line with the DBIQ 0-5 year Australian Semi-Government Bond Index over the long term. |
Top 3 holdings | Santos Finance Ltd. 6.88% (1.88 %) Liberty Series 2025-2 4.7% (1.85 %) Worley Financial Services Pty Ltd. 5.87% (1.84 %) | Queensland Treasury Corporation 1.75% (8.49 %) Western Australian Treasury Corp. 1.5% (8.45 %) New South Wales Treasury Corporation 1.25% (8.45 %) |
Top 3 industries | ||
Top 3 countries | ||
Management fee | 0 % | 0.26 % |
Key Summary
DIFF | RSM | |
|---|---|---|
Issuer | Perpetual | Russell |
Tracking index | DBIQ 0-5 year Australian Semi-Government Bond Index - AUD | |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0 % | 0.26 % |
Price | $10.04 | $20.16 |
Size | N/A | $58.922 million |
10Y return | N/A | -2.04 % |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 2.00 % | 2.24 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 06/08/2025 | 13/03/2012 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
DIFF | RSM | |
|---|---|---|
Popularity | N/A | N/A |
Pearlers invested | 0 | 0 |
Median incremental investment | $0 | $0 |
Median investment frequency | N/A | N/A |
Median total investment | $0 | $0 |
Average age group | N/A | N/A |
Pros and Cons
DIFF | RSM | |
|---|---|---|
Pros |
|
|
Cons |
|
|
DIFF | RSM |
|---|---|
Lower management fee | Higher management fee |
Higher price growth | Lower price growth |
Lower distribution yield | Higher distribution yield |