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Compare GDX vs. VGB
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 Vanguard Australian Government Bond Index ETF (VGB). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
GDX | VGB | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 313 | 186 |
Median incremental investment | $1,068.09 | $975.82 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,158.00 | $2,133.80 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
GDX | VGB | |
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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. | VGB.AX was created on 2012-04-24 by Vanguard. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on investment grade fixed income. Vanguard Australian Government Bond Index ETF seeks to track the return of the Bloomberg AusBond Govt 0+ Yr Index before taking into account fees, expenses and tax. |
Top 3 holdings | Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd (11.19 %) Newmont Corp (11.15 %) Barrick Mining Corp (7.88 %) | Australia Government Bond 3.25 2025-04-21 (3.58 %) Australia Government Bond 0.25 2024-11-21 (3.44 %) Australia Government Bond 4.25 2026-04-21 (3.39 %) |
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 % | 0.2 % |
Key Summary
GDX | VGB | |
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Issuer | VanEck | Vanguard |
Tracking index | NYSE Arca Gold Miners Index - AUD | Bloomberg AusBond Govt 0+ Yr Index - AUD |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.53 % | 0.2 % |
Price | $107.90 | $45.40 |
Size | $1.449 billion | $4.483 million |
10Y return | 254.70 % | -8.87 % |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 5.00 % | 2.20 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 26/06/2015 | 30/04/2012 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
GDX | VGB | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 313 | 186 |
Median incremental investment | $1,068.09 | $975.82 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,158.00 | $2,133.80 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
GDX | VGB | |
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GDX | VGB |
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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 |