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Compare MFOA vs. DIFF
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 Milford Australian Absolute Growth Complex ETF (MFOA) and the Perpetual Diversified Income Active ETF (DIFF). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
MFOA | DIFF | |
|---|---|---|
Popularity | Low | N/A |
Pearlers invested | 1 | 0 |
Median incremental investment | $693.50 | $0 |
Median investment frequency | Fortnightly | N/A |
Median total investment | $11,518.70 | $0 |
Average age group | 26 - 35 | N/A |
Key Summary
MFOA | DIFF | |
|---|---|---|
Strategy | MFOA.AX was created on 2023-01-16 by Milford. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on multi-strategy alternatives. The Fund targets absolute returns with an annualised return objective of 5% above the RBA cash rate while seeking to preserve investor capital over rolling three year periods (net of fees). | DIFF.AX was created on 2025-08-07 by Perpetual. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on investment grade fixed income. Aims to provide regular income and consistent returns above the Bloomberg AusBond Bank Bill Index (before fees and taxes) over rolling three-year periods by investing in a diverse range of income generating assets. |
Top 3 holdings | ANZ Group Holdings Ltd (3.43 %) National Australia Bank Ltd (3.19 %) Westpac Banking Corp (3.16 %) | Santos Finance Ltd. 6.88% (1.88 %) Liberty Series 2025-2 4.7% (1.85 %) Worley Financial Services Pty Ltd. 5.87% (1.84 %) |
Top 3 industries | Other (70.40 %) Materials (13.15 %) Health Care (11.52 %) | |
Top 3 countries | Australia (83.13 %) United States (9.91 %) New Zealand (4.73 %) | |
Management fee | 0 % | 0 % |
Key Summary
MFOA | DIFF | |
|---|---|---|
Issuer | Milford | Perpetual |
Tracking index | RBA Cash Rate - AUD - Benchmark TR Gross | |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0 % | 0 % |
Price | $11.45 | $10.13 |
Size | N/A | N/A |
10Y return | N/A | N/A |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 2.09 % | 1.49 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 15/01/2023 | 06/08/2025 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
MFOA | DIFF | |
|---|---|---|
Popularity | Low | N/A |
Pearlers invested | 1 | 0 |
Median incremental investment | $693.50 | $0 |
Median investment frequency | Fortnightly | N/A |
Median total investment | $11,518.70 | $0 |
Average age group | 26 - 35 | N/A |
Pros and Cons
MFOA | DIFF | |
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Cons |
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MFOA | DIFF |
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Higher exposure to AU market | Lower exposure to AU market |
Higher exposure to US market | Lower exposure to US market |
Higher distribution yield | Lower distribution yield |