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Compare GDX vs. DGSM
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 VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX) and the Dimensional Global Small Company - Active ETF (DGSM). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
GDX | DGSM | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 260 | 17 |
Median incremental investment | $1,299.23 | $2,055.48 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,666.88 | $10,689.25 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
GDX | DGSM | |
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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. | DGSM.AX was created on 2000-08-21 by Dimensional. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on small cap equity. The investment objective of the Fund is to provide long-term capital growth by gaining exposure to a diversified portfolio of small companies associated with approved developed markets (excluding Australia). |
Top 3 holdings | Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd (9.77 %) Newmont Corp (8.58 %) Barrick Mining Corp (6.33 %) | Ciena Corp (0.38 %) Babcock International Group PLC (0.32 %) Flex Ltd (0.30 %) |
Top 3 industries | Materials (76.97 %) Other (23.03 %) | Industrials (29.31 %) Information Technology (27.46 %) Consumer Discretionary (27.17 %) |
Top 3 countries | Canada (54.95 %) United States (15.85 %) South Africa (11.24 %) | United States (69.25 %) Japan (7.39 %) United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (4.04 %) |
Management fee | 0.53 % | 0.647 % |
Key Summary
GDX | DGSM | |
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Issuer | VanEck | Dimensional |
Tracking index | NYSE Arca Gold Miners Index - AUD | |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.53 % | 0.647 % |
Price | $143.92 | $35.75 |
Size | $1.801 billion | N/A |
10Y return | 439.23 % | N/A |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 1.44 % | 1.74 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 26/06/2015 | 18/08/2024 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
GDX | DGSM | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 260 | 17 |
Median incremental investment | $1,299.23 | $2,055.48 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,666.88 | $10,689.25 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
GDX | DGSM | |
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GDX | DGSM |
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Higher exposure to AU market | Lower exposure to AU market |
Lower exposure to US market | Higher exposure to US market |
Lower management fee | Higher management fee |
Higher price growth | Lower price growth |
Lower distribution yield | Higher distribution yield |