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Compare IGB vs. BNDS
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 iShares Treasury ETF (IGB) and the Betashares Western Asset Aus Bond Active ETF (BNDS). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
IGB | BNDS | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 7 | 18 |
Median incremental investment | $842.93 | $755.50 |
Median investment frequency | Fortnightly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,311.44 | $1,016.84 |
Average age group | 26 - 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
IGB | BNDS | |
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Strategy | IGB.AX was created on 2012-03-12 by iShares. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on investment grade fixed income. The ETF currently has 295.91m in AUM and 31 holdings. The Fund aims to provide investors with the performance of an index, before fees and expenses. The index is designed to measure the performance of the Australian bond market and is comprised of fixed income securities issued by the Australian Treasury. | BNDS.AX was created on 2018-11-07 by BetaShares. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on broad credit fixed income. The ETF currently has 853.0m in AUM and 314 holdings. The Fund aims to earn an after fee return in excess of the Bloomberg AusBond Composite 0+yr Index over rolling three year periods. |
Top 3 holdings | AUSTRALIA (COMMONWEALTH OF) RegS (5.50 %) AUSTRALIA (COMMONWEALTH OF) RegS (5.37 %) AUSTRALIA (COMMONWEALTH OF) RegS (5.32 %) | AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT 3.5% DEC-34 (2.12 %) AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT 2.75% MAY-41 (1.69 %) AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT 3.75% MAY-34 (1.48 %) |
Top 3 industries | Other (99.83 %) Communication Services (0.17 %) | Other (99.56 %) Communication Services (0.44 %) |
Top 3 countries | ||
Management fee | 0.26 % | 0.42 % |
Key Summary
IGB | BNDS | |
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Issuer | iShares | BetaShares |
Tracking index | Bloomberg AusBond Treasury (0+Y) | Bloomberg AusBond Composite Index - AUD |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.26 % | 0.42 % |
Price | $96.31 | $23.11 |
Size | $295.969 million | $849.760 million |
10Y return | -7.18 % | N/A |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 1.84 % | 2.23 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 14/03/2012 | 16/11/2018 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
IGB | BNDS | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 7 | 18 |
Median incremental investment | $842.93 | $755.50 |
Median investment frequency | Fortnightly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,311.44 | $1,016.84 |
Average age group | 26 - 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
IGB | BNDS | |
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IGB | BNDS |
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Lower management fee | Higher management fee |
Higher price growth | Lower price growth |
Lower distribution yield | Higher distribution yield |