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Compare MVW vs. VGAD
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 VanEck Australian Equal Weight ETF (MVW) and the Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares (Hedged) ETF (VGAD). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
MVW | VGAD | |
|---|---|---|
Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 251 | 635 |
Median incremental investment | $847.45 | $2,000.00 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $5,495.49 | $10,085.96 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
MVW | VGAD | |
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Strategy | The fund seeks to track the performance of the MVIS Australia Equal Weight Index before additional fees. | The aim of Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares (Hedged) ETF is to track the return of the MSCI World ex-Australia (with net dividends reinvested) before considering fees, expenses, and tax. It also seeks to reduce the impact of foreign exchange fluctuations on the fund's performance by hedging it to the Australian dollar. |
Top 3 holdings | Codan Ltd (1.91 %) QBE Insurance Group Ltd (1.51 %) ASX Ltd (1.49 %) | Apple Inc. (5.41 %) Microsoft Corp. (4.14 %) Amazon.com Inc. (2.15 %) |
Top 3 industries | Materials (32.40 %) Energy (30.06 %) Consumer Staples (19.56 %) | Information Technology (22.51 %) Financials (13.70 %) Health Care (12.53 %) |
Top 3 countries | Australia (100.00 %) | United States (73.36 %) Japan (5.42 %) United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (3.70 %) |
Management fee | 0.35 % | 0.21 % |
Key Summary
MVW | VGAD | |
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Issuer | VanEck | Vanguard |
Tracking index | MVIS Australia Equal Weight Index - AUD | MSCI World ex Australia - AUD - Benchmark TR Net Hedged |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.35 % | 0.21 % |
Price | $38.43 | $132.71 |
Size | $3.260 billion | $7.957 billion |
10Y return | 57.69 % | 144.90 % |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 3.86 % | 3.22 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 06/03/2014 | 20/11/2014 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
MVW | VGAD | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 251 | 635 |
Median incremental investment | $847.45 | $2,000.00 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $5,495.49 | $10,085.96 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
MVW | VGAD | |
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MVW | VGAD |
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Higher exposure to AU market | Lower exposure to AU market |
Lower exposure to US market | Higher exposure to US market |
Higher management fee | Lower management fee |
Lower price growth | Higher price growth |
Higher distribution yield | Lower distribution yield |