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Compare MHG vs. VAF
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 Magellan Global Equities Fund Currency Hedged (Managed Fund) (MHG) and the Vanguard Australian Fixed Interest Index ETF (VAF). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
MHG | VAF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 5 | 182 |
Median incremental investment | $1,494.46 | $1,019.58 |
Median investment frequency | Fortnightly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $3,750.12 | $2,484.11 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
MHG | VAF | |
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Strategy | MHG.AX was created on 2015-08-04 by Magellan. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on total market equity. To achieve attractive risk-adjusted investment returns over the medium to long-term, While reducing the risk of permanent capital loss. | VAF.AX was created on 2012-10-29 by Vanguard. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on investment grade fixed income. Vanguard Australian Fixed Interest Index ETF seeks to track the return of the Bloomberg AusBond Composite 0+ Yr Index before taking into account fees, expenses and tax. |
Top 3 holdings | Amazon.com Inc (6.77 %) Microsoft Corp (5.74 %) SAP SE (4.59 %) | Australia Government Bond 4.25 2026-04-21 (2.95 %) Australia Government Bond 3.25 2025-04-21 (2.84 %) Australia Government Bond 0.25 2024-11-21 (2.73 %) |
Top 3 industries | Information Technology (46.20 %) Communication Services (17.17 %) Consumer Staples (15.67 %) | |
Top 3 countries | United States (77.86 %) Germany (4.93 %) Netherlands (4.50 %) | |
Management fee | 1.35 % | 0.1 % |
Key Summary
MHG | VAF | |
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Issuer | Magellan | Vanguard |
Tracking index | MSCI World Index - Hedged to AUD | Bloomberg AusBond Composite 0+ Yr Index - AUD |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 1.35 % | 0.1 % |
Price | $3.96 | $45.58 |
Size | N/A | $7.040 million |
10Y return | N/A | -9.17 % |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 4.01 % | 2.14 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 10/08/2015 | 31/10/2012 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
MHG | VAF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 5 | 182 |
Median incremental investment | $1,494.46 | $1,019.58 |
Median investment frequency | Fortnightly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $3,750.12 | $2,484.11 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
MHG | VAF | |
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MHG | VAF |
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Higher exposure to US market | Lower exposure to US market |
Higher management fee | Lower management fee |
Higher price growth | Lower price growth |
Higher distribution yield | Lower distribution yield |