Compare AU
Compare GDX vs. SMLL
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 Betashares Australian Small Companies Select ETF (SMLL). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
GDX | SMLL | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 86 | 10 |
Median incremental investment | $1,096.75 | $1,994.35 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,385.41 | $4,582.80 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
GDX | SMLL | |
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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. | SMLL.AX was created on 2017-04-07 by BetaShares. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on small cap equity. The ETF currently has 231.98m in AUM and 68 holdings. The fund aims to outperform the S&P/ASX Small Ordinaries Accumulation Index over the medium to long term (after fees and expenses) by investing in a portfolio of high quality, profitable small companies. |
Top 3 holdings | Newmont Corp (11.94 %) Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd (11.67 %) Wheaton Precious Metals Corp (7.28 %) | SPI 200 FUTURES JUN25 (0 %) PERSEUS MINING LTD (4.33 %) A2 MILK CO LTD/THE (3.54 %) |
Top 3 industries | Materials (88.39 %) Other (11.61 %) | Materials (32.56 %) Consumer Discretionary (18.40 %) Real Estate (12.46 %) |
Top 3 countries | Canada (52.17 %) United States (17.26 %) Australia (11.76 %) | Australia (98.15 %) China (1.85 %) |
Management fee | 0.53 % | 0.39 % |
Key Summary
GDX | SMLL | |
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Issuer | VanEck | BetaShares |
Tracking index | NYSE Arca Gold Miners Index - AUD | |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.53 % | 0.39 % |
Price | $77.00 | $3.80 |
Size | $794.048 million | $229.440 million |
10Y return | N/A | N/A |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 1.14 % | 5.20 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 26/06/2015 | 11/04/2017 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
GDX | SMLL | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 86 | 10 |
Median incremental investment | $1,096.75 | $1,994.35 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,385.41 | $4,582.80 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
GDX | SMLL | |
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GDX | SMLL |
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Lower exposure to AU market | Higher 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 |