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Compare GDX vs. 1GOV
Compare shares and ETFs on the ASX that you can trade on Pearler.
Overview
When it comes to investing in the Australian stock market, shares and ETFs are a popular choice. Two options in the ASX are GDX and 1GOV. In this comparison, we'll delve into these options across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
GDX | 1GOV | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 205 | 2 |
Median incremental investment | $1,194.25 | $505.50 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Quarterly |
Median total investment | $3,470.50 | $1,538.40 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
GDX | 1GOV | |
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Strategy | 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. | 1GOV.AX was created on 2023-09-26 by VanEck. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on investment grade fixed income. The ETF currently has 19.55m in AUM and 37 holdings. Each Fund aims to provide an investment return before fees and other costs which tracks the performance of its Reference Index in Australian dollars. The Funds do not necessarily aim to perfectly replicate the Reference Index on a oneto-one basis |
Top 3 holdings | Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd (9.11 %) Newmont Corp (8.84 %) Barrick Mining Corp (6.89 %) | VanEck 1-5 Year Australian Government Bond ETF (100 %) |
Top 3 industries | Materials (76.97 %) Other (23.03 %) | |
Top 3 countries | Canada (54.95 %) United States (15.85 %) South Africa (11.24 %) | |
Management fee | 0.53 % | 0.22 % |
Key Summary
GDX | 1GOV | |
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Issuer | VanEck | VanEck |
Tracking index | NYSE Arca Gold Miners Index - AUD | S&P/ASX Government Bond - Discontinued as of 07-Jul-2025 |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.53 % | 0.22 % |
Price | $157.75 | $51.28 |
Size | $1.775 billion | $21.433 million |
10Y return | 740.88 % | N/A |
Annual distribution/ dividend yield (5Y) | 1.44 % | 1.78 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 26/06/2015 | 27/09/2023 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
GDX | 1GOV | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 205 | 2 |
Median incremental investment | $1,194.25 | $505.50 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Quarterly |
Median total investment | $3,470.50 | $1,538.40 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
GDX | 1GOV | |
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GDX | 1GOV |
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Higher exposure to AU market | Lower 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 |
Lower distribution yield | Higher distribution yield |