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Compare SMLL 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 BetaShares Aust Small Companies Select Fund (Managed Fund) (SMLL) 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
SMLL | VAF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 9 | 182 |
Median incremental investment | $2,091.33 | $1,019.58 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $4,277.85 | $2,484.11 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
SMLL | VAF | |
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Strategy | SMLL.AX was created on 2017-04-07 by BetaShares. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on small cap equity. The fund aims to outperform the S&P/ASX Small Ordinaries Accumulation Index over the medium to long term (after fees and expenses) by investing in a portfolio of high quality, profitable small companies. | 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 | CLEANAWAY WASTE MANAGEMENT LTD (4.75 %) INCITEC PIVOT LTD (4.68 %) PERSEUS MINING LTD (3.57 %) | 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 | Materials (26.52 %) Consumer Discretionary (23.94 %) Industrials (14.62 %) | |
Top 3 countries | Australia (98.15 %) China (1.85 %) | |
Management fee | 0.39 % | 0.1 % |
Key Summary
SMLL | VAF | |
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Issuer | BetaShares | Vanguard |
Tracking index | Bloomberg AusBond Composite 0+ Yr Index - AUD | |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.39 % | 0.1 % |
Price | $3.61 | $45.58 |
Size | $94.299 million | $7.040 million |
10Y return | N/A | -9.17 % |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 5.16 % | 2.14 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 11/04/2017 | 31/10/2012 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
SMLL | VAF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 9 | 182 |
Median incremental investment | $2,091.33 | $1,019.58 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $4,277.85 | $2,484.11 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
SMLL | VAF | |
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SMLL | VAF |
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Higher exposure to AU market | Lower exposure to AU market |
Higher management fee | Lower management fee |
Higher price growth | Lower price growth |
Higher distribution yield | Lower distribution yield |