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Compare MQAE vs. VACF
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 Macquarie Core Australian Equity Active ETF (MQAE) and the Vanguard Australian Corp Fixed Interest Index ETF (VACF). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
MQAE | VACF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 20 | 14 |
Median incremental investment | $1,146.75 | $2,004.24 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,564.52 | $4,001.69 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
MQAE | VACF | |
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Strategy | MQAE.AX was created on 2024-05-13 by Macquarie. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on total market equity. The Fund aims to outperform the S&P/ASX 300 Accumulation Index (Index) over the medium to long term (before fees). | VACF.AX was created on 2014-10-10 by Vanguard. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on investment grade fixed income. Vanguard Australian Corporate Fixed Interest Index Fund seeks to track the return of the Bloomberg AusBond Credit 0+ Yr Index before taking into account fees, expenses and tax. |
Top 3 holdings | Commonwealth Bank of Australia (9.43 %) BHP Group Ltd (7.12 %) Westpac Banking Corp (4.25 %) | Kommunalbanken AS 4.25 2025-07-16 (1.09 %) CPPIB Capital Inc. 4.2 2028-05-02 (0.95 %) CPPIB Capital Inc. 4.45 2027-09-01 (0.95 %) |
Top 3 industries | Financials (57.24 %) Materials (14.95 %) Health Care (9.85 %) | |
Top 3 countries | ||
Management fee | 0.03 % | 0.29 % |
Key Summary
MQAE | VACF | |
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Issuer | Macquarie | Vanguard |
Tracking index | S&P/ASX 300 Accumulation Index - AUD - Benchmark TR Net | Bloomberg AusBond Credit 0+ Yr Index - AUD |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.03 % | 0.29 % |
Price | $11.97 | $52.06 |
Size | N/A | $1.569 million |
10Y return | N/A | N/A |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 0.90 % | 2.19 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 14/05/2024 | 25/05/2016 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
MQAE | VACF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 20 | 14 |
Median incremental investment | $1,146.75 | $2,004.24 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,564.52 | $4,001.69 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
MQAE | VACF | |
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MQAE | VACF |
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Lower management fee | Higher management fee |
Higher price growth | Lower price growth |
Lower distribution yield | Higher distribution yield |