Compare AU
Compare GDX vs. VLC
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 MSCI Australian Large Companies Index ETF (VLC). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
GDX | VLC | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 66 | 52 |
Median incremental investment | $1,123.73 | $1,000.00 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,740.23 | $2,009.80 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
GDX | VLC | |
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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. | VLC.AX was created on 2011-05-23 by Vanguard. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on large cap equity. To closely track the MSCI Australian Shares Large Cap Index, the Fund will hold all of the securities in the index. |
Top 3 holdings | Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd (11.78 %) Newmont Corp (11.78 %) Barrick Gold Corp (7.62 %) | BHP Group Ltd. (17.50 %) Commonwealth Bank of Australia (13.40 %) CSL Ltd. (9.73 %) |
Top 3 industries | Materials (87.75 %) Other (12.25 %) | Financials (36.62 %) Materials (25.30 %) Health Care (9.73 %) |
Top 3 countries | Canada (52.17 %) United States (17.26 %) Australia (11.76 %) | Australia (100.00 %) |
Management fee | 0.53 % | 0.2 % |
Key Summary
GDX | VLC | |
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Issuer | VanEck | Vanguard |
Tracking index | NYSE Arca Gold Miners Index - AUD | MSCI Australian Shares Large Cap Index - AUD |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.53 % | 0.2 % |
Price | $67.66 | $77.30 |
Size | $657.336 million | N/A |
10Y return | N/A | 18.45 % |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 1.14 % | 6.89 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 26/06/2015 | 26/05/2011 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
GDX | VLC | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 66 | 52 |
Median incremental investment | $1,123.73 | $1,000.00 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,740.23 | $2,009.80 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
GDX | VLC | |
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GDX | VLC |
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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 |