Compare AU
Compare ESGI 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 MSCI Global Sustainable (ESGI) and the Global Gold Miners (GDX). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
ESGI | GDX | |
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Popularity | Medium | Low |
Pearlers invested | 1,227 | 66 |
Median incremental investment | $743.50 | $1,111.87 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $1,910.97 | $2,565.81 |
Average age group | 26 - 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
ESGI | GDX | |
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Strategy | The fund exists to track the performance of the MSCI World ex-Australia ex-Fossil Fuel Select SRI and Low Carbon Capped Index before considering any fees, expenses, and taxes. | 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 | ASML Holding NV (5.16 %) Novo Nordisk AS Class B (5.00 %) Adobe Inc (4.71 %) | Newmont Corp (12.21 %) Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd (10.21 %) Barrick Gold Corp (7.76 %) |
Top 3 industries | Information Technology (54.21 %) Health Care (20.75 %) Other (15.14 %) | Materials (87.60 %) Other (12.40 %) |
Top 3 countries | United States (45.82 %) Japan (9.48 %) Netherlands (6.76 %) | Canada (52.17 %) United States (17.26 %) Australia (11.76 %) |
Management fee | 0.55 % | 0.53 % |
Key Summary
ESGI | GDX | |
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Issuer | VanEck | VanEck |
Tracking index | MSCI World ex Australia ex Fossil Fuel Select SRI and Low Carbon Capped Index - AUD | NYSE Arca Gold Miners Index - AUD |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.55 % | 0.53 % |
Price | $37.47 | $59.67 |
Size | $202.822 million | $573.211 million |
10Y return | N/A | N/A |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 3.26 % | 1.26 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 08/03/2018 | 26/06/2015 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
ESGI | GDX | |
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Popularity | Medium | Low |
Pearlers invested | 1,227 | 66 |
Median incremental investment | $743.50 | $1,111.87 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $1,910.97 | $2,565.81 |
Average age group | 26 - 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
ESGI | GDX | |
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ESGI | GDX |
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Lower exposure to AU market | Higher exposure to AU market |
Higher exposure to US market | Lower exposure to US market |
Higher management fee | Lower management fee |
Higher price growth | Lower price growth |
Higher distribution yield | Lower distribution yield |