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Compare IGB vs. USIG
Compare shares and ETFs on the ASX that you can trade on Pearler.
Overview
When it comes to investing in the Australian stock market, shares and ETFs are a popular choice. Two options in the ASX are IGB and USIG. In this comparison, we'll delve into these options across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
IGB | USIG | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 4 | 1 |
Median incremental investment | $829.08 | $665.05 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Fortnightly |
Median total investment | $1,863.90 | $4,665.46 |
Average age group | 26 - 35 | 26 - 35 |
Key Summary
IGB | USIG | |
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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 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. | N/A |
Top 3 holdings | AUSTRALIA (COMMONWEALTH OF) RegS (5.50 %) AUSTRALIA (COMMONWEALTH OF) RegS (5.37 %) AUSTRALIA (COMMONWEALTH OF) RegS (5.32 %) | Global X Usd Corporate Bond ETF (Currency Hedged) (100 %) |
Top 3 industries | Other (99.83 %) Communication Services (0.17 %) | |
Top 3 countries | ||
Management fee | 0.26 % | 0 % |
Key Summary
IGB | USIG | |
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Issuer | iShares | |
Tracking index | Bloomberg AusBond Treasury (0+Y) | |
Asset class | ETF | Stock |
Management fee | 0.26 % | 0 % |
Price | $98.10 | $9.74 |
Size | $372.991 million | N/A |
10Y return | -7.32 % | N/A |
Annual distribution/ dividend yield (5Y) | 1.75 % | 1.38 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 14/03/2012 | 04/04/2023 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
IGB | USIG | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 4 | 1 |
Median incremental investment | $829.08 | $665.05 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Fortnightly |
Median total investment | $1,863.90 | $4,665.46 |
Average age group | 26 - 35 | 26 - 35 |
Pros and Cons
IGB | USIG | |
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Cons |
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IGB | USIG |
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Exposure to more markets and sectors | Exposure to 1 market and 1 sector only |
Lower price growth | Higher price growth |
Higher dividend/distribution yield | Lower dividend/distribution yield |