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Compare GDX vs. DRGN
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 Global X China Tech ETF (DRGN). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
GDX | DRGN | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 200 | 139 |
Median incremental investment | $1,189.94 | $1,271.75 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $3,465.41 | $2,056.08 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
GDX | DRGN | |
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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. | DRGN.AX was created on 2025-05-06 by Global X. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on information technology equity. The ETF currently has 72.23m in AUM and 21 holdings. The investment objective of the Fund is to provide investors with a return that (before fees and expenses) tracks the performance of the Global X China Tech 20 Index (the Index). |
Top 3 holdings | Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd (9.31 %) Newmont Corp (8.88 %) Barrick Mining Corp (7.29 %) | Hygon Information Technology Co Ltd Class A (8.83 %) Zhongji Innolight Co Ltd Class A (8.79 %) Eoptolink Technology Inc Ltd Class A (8.43 %) |
Top 3 industries | Materials (76.97 %) Other (23.03 %) | Information Technology (49.65 %) Consumer Discretionary (17.81 %) Financials (11.33 %) |
Top 3 countries | Canada (52.17 %) United States (17.26 %) Australia (11.76 %) | |
Management fee | 0.53 % | 0 % |
Key Summary
GDX | DRGN | |
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Issuer | VanEck | Global X |
Tracking index | NYSE Arca Gold Miners Index - AUD | Global X China Tech 20 Index - AUD - Benchmark TR Net |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.53 % | 0 % |
Price | $151.70 | $12.82 |
Size | $1.710 billion | $75.512 million |
10Y return | 722.22 % | N/A |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 1.44 % | - % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 26/06/2015 | 07/05/2025 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
GDX | DRGN | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 200 | 139 |
Median incremental investment | $1,189.94 | $1,271.75 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $3,465.41 | $2,056.08 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
GDX | DRGN | |
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GDX | DRGN |
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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 |
Higher distribution yield | Lower distribution yield |