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Compare QSML 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 MSCI World Small Cap Quality 150 (ex AUS) (QSML) 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
QSML | VAF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 96 | 187 |
Median incremental investment | $1,000.00 | $1,021.98 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $4,832.18 | $2,441.34 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
QSML | VAF | |
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Strategy | QSML.AX was created on 2021-03-08 by VanEck. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on small cap equity. The Fund gives investors a diversified portfolio of 150 international developed market small-cap quality growth companies having durable business models and sustainable competitive advantages. | 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 | Comfort Systems USA Inc (1.93 %) Casey's General Stores Inc (1.29 %) Saia Inc (1.25 %) | 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 | Industrials (52.02 %) Financials (27.52 %) Other (21.00 %) | |
Top 3 countries | United States (81.64 %) United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (8.09 %) Japan (2.80 %) | |
Management fee | 0.59 % | 0.1 % |
Key Summary
QSML | VAF | |
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Issuer | VanEck | Vanguard |
Tracking index | MSCI World ex Australia Small Cap Quality 150 Index - AUD - Benchmark TR Net | Bloomberg AusBond Composite 0+ Yr Index - AUD |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.59 % | 0.1 % |
Price | $31.79 | $45.23 |
Size | $1.425 billion | $7.160 million |
10Y return | N/A | -10.04 % |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 1.08 % | 2.32 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 09/03/2021 | 31/10/2012 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
QSML | VAF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 96 | 187 |
Median incremental investment | $1,000.00 | $1,021.98 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $4,832.18 | $2,441.34 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
QSML | VAF | |
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QSML | 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 |
Lower distribution yield | Higher distribution yield |