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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 Government Bond ETF (RGB) and the Vanguard Australian Government Bond Index ETF (VGB). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
RGB | VGB | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 1 | 103 |
Median incremental investment | $643.50 | $993.50 |
Median investment frequency | Fortnightly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $0 | $1,627.85 |
Average age group | N/A | 26 - 35 |
Key Summary
RGB | VGB | |
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Strategy | RGB.AX was created on 2012-03-08 by Russell. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on investment grade fixed income. The ETF currently has 215.35m in AUM and 11 holdings. To aim to provide a total return before costs and tax, in line with the DBIQ 5-10 year Australian Government Bond Index over the long term. | VGB.AX was created on 2012-04-24 by Vanguard. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on investment grade fixed income. Vanguard Australian Government Bond Index ETF seeks to track the return of the Bloomberg AusBond Govt 0+ Yr Index before taking into account fees, expenses and tax. |
Top 3 holdings | Australia (Commonwealth of) 1.25% (10.05 %) Australia (Commonwealth of) 1% (10.04 %) Australia (Commonwealth of) 1.75% (10.04 %) | Australia Government Bond 3.25 2025-04-21 (3.58 %) Australia Government Bond 0.25 2024-11-21 (3.44 %) Australia Government Bond 4.25 2026-04-21 (3.39 %) |
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Top 3 countries | ||
Management fee | 0.24 % | 0.2 % |
Key Summary
RGB | VGB | |
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Issuer | Russell | Vanguard |
Tracking index | DBIQ 5-10 year Australian Government Bond Index - AUD | Bloomberg AusBond Govt 0+ Yr Index - AUD |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.24 % | 0.2 % |
Price | $19.04 | $46.51 |
Size | $212.433 million | $4.560 million |
10Y return | -12.58 % | -5.98 % |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 2.30 % | 1.84 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 13/03/2012 | 30/04/2012 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
RGB | VGB | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 1 | 103 |
Median incremental investment | $643.50 | $993.50 |
Median investment frequency | Fortnightly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $0 | $1,627.85 |
Average age group | N/A | 26 - 35 |
Pros and Cons
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Higher management fee | Lower management fee |
Lower price growth | Higher price growth |
Higher distribution yield | Lower distribution yield |