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Compare FSML 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 Firetrail Aust Small Companies Fund - Active ETF (FSML) and the VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
FSML | GDX | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 29 | 261 |
Median incremental investment | $1,208.50 | $1,299.23 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $3,789.27 | $2,583.00 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
FSML | GDX | |
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Strategy | FSML.AX was created on 2020-02-20 by Firetraill. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on small cap equity. The Fund aims to outperform the S&P/ ASX Small Ordinaries Index over the medium to long term. | 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 | Greatland Resources Ltd (5.34 %) Gemlife Communities Group Stapled Units (1 Ord & 1 Unt - Gemlife Trusts) (4.18 %) Genesis Minerals Ltd (4.00 %) | Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd (9.89 %) Newmont Corp (8.68 %) Barrick Mining Corp (6.36 %) |
Top 3 industries | Materials (32.29 %) Other (18.17 %) Energy (9.23 %) | Materials (76.97 %) Other (23.03 %) |
Top 3 countries | Australia (74.40 %) New Zealand (7.16 %) Canada (5.81 %) | Canada (54.95 %) United States (15.85 %) South Africa (11.24 %) |
Management fee | 0.97 % | 0.53 % |
Key Summary
FSML | GDX | |
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Issuer | Firetraill | VanEck |
Tracking index | NYSE Arca Gold Miners Index - AUD | |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.97 % | 0.53 % |
Price | $2.11 | $143.97 |
Size | N/A | $1.801 billion |
10Y return | N/A | 439.42 % |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 0.14 % | 1.44 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 17/11/2024 | 26/06/2015 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
FSML | GDX | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 29 | 261 |
Median incremental investment | $1,208.50 | $1,299.23 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $3,789.27 | $2,583.00 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
FSML | GDX | |
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FSML | GDX |
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Higher exposure to AU market | Lower exposure to AU market |
Lower exposure to US market | Higher exposure to US market |
Higher management fee | Lower management fee |
Lower price growth | Higher price growth |
Lower distribution yield | Higher distribution yield |