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Compare FASI 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 Fidelity Asia Active ETF (FASI) 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
FASI | VAF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 7 | 440 |
Median incremental investment | $593.50 | $993.50 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,188.00 | $2,114.53 |
Average age group | 26 - 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
FASI | VAF | |
|---|---|---|
Strategy | FASI.AX was created on 2024-05-28 by Fidelity. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on total market equity. To achieve returns in excess of the MSCI All Country Asia ex-Japan Index NR over the medium to long term | 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 | Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co Ltd (15.77 %) Samsung Electronics Co Ltd (8.89 %) Techtronic Industries Co Ltd (7.67 %) | 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 | Communication Services (25.80 %) Information Technology (24.25 %) Other (15.91 %) | |
Top 3 countries | China (41.58 %) India (20.34 %) Hong Kong (17.62 %) | |
Management fee | 1.16 % | 0.1 % |
Key Summary
FASI | VAF | |
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Issuer | Fidelity | Vanguard |
Tracking index | Bloomberg AusBond Composite 0+ Yr Index - AUD | |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 1.16 % | 0.1 % |
Price | $11.03 | $45.16 |
Size | $28.409 million | $6.773 million |
10Y return | N/A | -10.18 % |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 4.55 % | 2.19 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 30/05/2024 | 31/10/2012 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
FASI | VAF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 7 | 440 |
Median incremental investment | $593.50 | $993.50 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,188.00 | $2,114.53 |
Average age group | 26 - 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
FASI | VAF | |
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FASI | VAF |
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Higher management fee | Lower management fee |
Higher price growth | Lower price growth |
Higher distribution yield | Lower distribution yield |