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Compare SEMI vs. QUAL
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 Global X Semiconductor ETF (SEMI) and the VanEck MSCI International Quality ETF (QUAL). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
SEMI | QUAL | |
|---|---|---|
Popularity | Low | Medium |
Pearlers invested | 548 | 1,369 |
Median incremental investment | $854.79 | $955.55 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,103.20 | $3,570.58 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
SEMI | QUAL | |
|---|---|---|
Strategy | The Global X Semiconductor ETF (SEMI) aims to mimic the performance of the Solactive Global Semiconductor 30 Index prior to incorporating taxes, fees, and expenses. | QUAL's key objective is to invest in high-quality companies that have outperformed the market over the long term compared to global equity benchmarks. |
Top 3 holdings | Broadcom Inc (11.43 %) Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co Ltd (11.26 %) NVIDIA Corp (10.06 %) | NVIDIA Corp (5.23 %) Meta Platforms Inc Class A (5.21 %) Microsoft Corp (5.03 %) |
Top 3 industries | Information Technology (100.00 %) | Information Technology (42.02 %) Communication Services (29.12 %) Financials (9.70 %) |
Top 3 countries | United States (67.04 %) Taiwan (14.33 %) Netherlands (9.99 %) | United States (77.74 %) Switzerland (4.98 %) United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (4.22 %) |
Management fee | 0.57 % | 0.4 % |
Key Summary
SEMI | QUAL | |
|---|---|---|
Issuer | Global X | VanEck |
Tracking index | Solactive Global Semiconductor 30 Index - USD - Benchmark TR Net | MSCI World ex Australia Quality Index - AUD |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.57 % | 0.4 % |
Price | $17.60 | $57.59 |
Size | $316.444 million | $7.233 billion |
10Y return | N/A | 213.84 % |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 1.07 % | 1.85 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 30/08/2021 | 31/10/2014 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
SEMI | QUAL | |
|---|---|---|
Popularity | Low | Medium |
Pearlers invested | 548 | 1,369 |
Median incremental investment | $854.79 | $955.55 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,103.20 | $3,570.58 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
SEMI | QUAL | |
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Cons |
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SEMI | QUAL |
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Lower exposure to US market | Higher exposure to US market |
Higher management fee | Lower management fee |
Lower price growth | Higher price growth |
Lower distribution yield | Higher distribution yield |