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Compare RCB 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 Russell Investments Australian Select Corporate Bond ETF (RCB) 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
RCB | VAF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 9 | 181 |
Median incremental investment | $800.00 | $1,018.39 |
Median investment frequency | Fortnightly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $4,405.78 | $2,487.24 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
RCB | VAF | |
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Strategy | RCB.AX was created on 2012-03-08 by Russell. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on investment grade fixed income. The Fund aims to provide a total return before costs and tax, in line with DBIQ 0-4 year Investment Grade Australian Corporate Bond Index over the long term | 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 | Westpac Banking Corp. 5% (14.34 %) National Australia Bank Ltd. 4.95% (13.12 %) Commonwealth Bank of Australia 4.9% (11.74 %) | 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 | ||
Top 3 countries | ||
Management fee | 0.28 % | 0.1 % |
Key Summary
RCB | VAF | |
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Issuer | Russell | Vanguard |
Tracking index | DBIQ 0-4 year Investment Grade Australian Corporate Bond Index - AUD | Bloomberg AusBond Composite 0+ Yr Index - AUD |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.28 % | 0.1 % |
Price | $20.21 | $46.06 |
Size | $283.625 million | $6.774 million |
10Y return | -1.85 % | -8.30 % |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 2.22 % | 2.14 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 13/03/2012 | 31/10/2012 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
RCB | VAF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 9 | 181 |
Median incremental investment | $800.00 | $1,018.39 |
Median investment frequency | Fortnightly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $4,405.78 | $2,487.24 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
RCB | VAF | |
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RCB | VAF |
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Higher management fee | Lower management fee |
Higher price growth | Lower price growth |
Higher distribution yield | Lower distribution yield |