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Compare HQUS vs. ALFA
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 Betashares S&P 500 Equal Weight Currency Hedged ETF (HQUS) and the VanEck Australian Long Short Complex ETF (ALFA). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
HQUS | ALFA | |
|---|---|---|
Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 9 | 15 |
Median incremental investment | $4,993.50 | $1,023.25 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Fortnightly |
Median total investment | $4,000.10 | $1,040.52 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
HQUS | ALFA | |
|---|---|---|
Strategy | HQUS.AX was created on 2024-07-10 by BetaShares. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on large cap equity. HQUS.AX aims to track the performance of the S&P 500 Equal Weight AUD Hedged Index NTR. | ALFA.AX was created on 2025-01-21 by VanEck. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on long/short alternatives. The Fund aims to outperform the S&P/ASX 200 Accumulation Index (Benchmark) over the medium to long term after fees and other costs. There is no guarantee that this objective will be achieved. |
Top 3 holdings | BetaShares S&P 500 Equal Weight ETF (101.90 %) | Eagers Automotive Ltd (8.78 %) Monadelphous Group Ltd (8.76 %) Pro Medicus Ltd (8.59 %) |
Top 3 industries | Industrials (15.79 %) Financials (14.65 %) Information Technology (13.66 %) | |
Top 3 countries | ||
Management fee | 0.29 % | 0.39 % |
Key Summary
HQUS | ALFA | |
|---|---|---|
Issuer | BetaShares | VanEck |
Tracking index | S&P 500 Equal Weight AUD Hedged Index - AUD - Benchmark TR Net Hedged | |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.29 % | 0.39 % |
Price | $46.88 | $23.08 |
Size | N/A | $23.654 million |
10Y return | N/A | N/A |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 1.68 % | 0.51 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 11/07/2024 | 22/01/2025 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
HQUS | ALFA | |
|---|---|---|
Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 9 | 15 |
Median incremental investment | $4,993.50 | $1,023.25 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Fortnightly |
Median total investment | $4,000.10 | $1,040.52 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
HQUS | ALFA | |
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Cons |
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HQUS | ALFA |
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Lower management fee | Higher management fee |
Higher distribution yield | Lower distribution yield |