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Compare VACF vs. FSML
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 Vanguard Australian Corp Fixed Interest Index ETF (VACF) and the Firetrail Aust Small Companies Fund - Active ETF (FSML). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
VACF | FSML | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 15 | 28 |
Median incremental investment | $1,284.00 | $1,496.75 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $4,934.40 | $4,015.97 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
VACF | FSML | |
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Strategy | VACF.AX was created on 2014-10-10 by Vanguard. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on investment grade fixed income. The ETF currently has 1.54m in AUM and 542 holdings. Vanguard Australian Corporate Fixed Interest Index Fund seeks to track the return of the Bloomberg AusBond Credit 0+ Yr Index before taking into account fees, expenses and tax. | FSML.AX was created on 2020-02-20 by Firetraill. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on small cap equity. The Fund aims to outperform the S&P/ ASX Small Ordinaries Index over the medium to long term. |
Top 3 holdings | Kommunalbanken AS 4.25 2025-07-16 (1.09 %) CPPIB Capital Inc. 4.2 2028-05-02 (0.95 %) CPPIB Capital Inc. 4.45 2027-09-01 (0.95 %) | Greatland Resources Ltd (5.34 %) Gemlife Communities Group Stapled Units (1 Ord & 1 Unt - Gemlife Trusts) (4.18 %) Genesis Minerals Ltd (4.00 %) |
Top 3 industries | Materials (32.29 %) Other (18.17 %) Energy (9.23 %) | |
Top 3 countries | ||
Management fee | 0.29 % | 0.97 % |
Key Summary
VACF | FSML | |
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Issuer | Vanguard | Firetraill |
Tracking index | Bloomberg AusBond Credit 0+ Yr Index - AUD | |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.29 % | 0.97 % |
Price | $51.29 | $2.38 |
Size | $1.544 million | N/A |
10Y return | N/A | N/A |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 2.27 % | 0.14 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 25/05/2016 | 17/11/2024 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
VACF | FSML | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 15 | 28 |
Median incremental investment | $1,284.00 | $1,496.75 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $4,934.40 | $4,015.97 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
VACF | FSML | |
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VACF | FSML |
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Lower management fee | Higher management fee |
Lower price growth | Higher price growth |
Higher distribution yield | Lower distribution yield |