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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, shares and ETFs are a popular choice. Two options in the ASX are RCB and VAF. In this comparison, we'll delve into these options 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 | 182 |
Median incremental investment | $739.83 | $1,019.58 |
Median investment frequency | Fortnightly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,265.76 | $2,484.11 |
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 | Russell Investments Australian Select Corporate Bond ETF (100 %) | 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 | $20.23 | $45.58 |
Size | $266.143 million | $7.040 million |
10Y return | -1.94 % | -9.17 % |
Annual dividend/βdistribution 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 | 182 |
Median incremental investment | $739.83 | $1,019.58 |
Median investment frequency | Fortnightly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,265.76 | $2,484.11 |
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 |