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Compare GDX vs. XASG
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 Alphinity Global Sustainable Equity Fund - Active ETF (XASG). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
GDX | XASG | |
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Popularity | Low | N/A |
Pearlers invested | 203 | 0 |
Median incremental investment | $1,174.97 | $0 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | N/A |
Median total investment | $3,680.00 | $0 |
Average age group | > 35 | N/A |
Key Summary
GDX | XASG | |
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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. | XASG.AX was created on 2021-06-02 by Alphinity. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on total market equity. The Fund primarily invests in a diversified portfolio of leading global sustainable companies, which are aligned with one or more of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with strong ESG characteristics. |
Top 3 holdings | Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd (9.31 %) Newmont Corp (8.88 %) Barrick Mining Corp (7.29 %) | Microsoft Corp (6.47 %) NVIDIA Corp (6.07 %) JPMorgan Chase & Co (4.50 %) |
Top 3 industries | Materials (76.97 %) Other (23.03 %) | Information Technology (50.71 %) Financials (18.80 %) Health Care (15.55 %) |
Top 3 countries | Canada (52.17 %) United States (17.26 %) Australia (11.76 %) | |
Management fee | 0.53 % | 0.75 % |
Key Summary
GDX | XASG | |
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Issuer | VanEck | Alphinity |
Tracking index | NYSE Arca Gold Miners Index - AUD | |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.53 % | 0.75 % |
Price | $150.61 | $6.93 |
Size | $1.710 billion | N/A |
10Y return | 716.76 % | N/A |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 1.44 % | 2.51 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 26/06/2015 | 16/01/2023 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
GDX | XASG | |
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Popularity | Low | N/A |
Pearlers invested | 203 | 0 |
Median incremental investment | $1,174.97 | $0 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | N/A |
Median total investment | $3,680.00 | $0 |
Average age group | > 35 | N/A |
Pros and Cons
GDX | XASG | |
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GDX | XASG |
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Higher exposure to AU market | Lower exposure to AU market |
Higher exposure to US market | Lower exposure to US market |
Lower management fee | Higher management fee |
Higher price growth | Lower price growth |
Lower distribution yield | Higher distribution yield |