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Compare VACF vs. VGB
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 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
VACF | VGB | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 8 | 97 |
Median incremental investment | $2,493.50 | $993.50 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $3,223.75 | $1,828.32 |
Average age group | 26 - 35 | 26 - 35 |
Key Summary
VACF | VGB | |
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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. 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. | 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 | 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 %) | 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 %) |
Top 3 industries | ||
Top 3 countries | ||
Management fee | 0.29 % | 0.2 % |
Key Summary
VACF | VGB | |
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Issuer | Vanguard | Vanguard |
Tracking index | Bloomberg AusBond Credit (0+Y) Index - AUD | Bloomberg AusBond Govt 0+ Yr Index - AUD |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.29 % | 0.2 % |
Price | $51.49 | $46.84 |
Size | $1.528 million | $4.588 million |
10Y return | N/A | -3.62 % |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 2.08 % | 1.80 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 25/05/2016 | 30/04/2012 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
VACF | VGB | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 8 | 97 |
Median incremental investment | $2,493.50 | $993.50 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $3,223.75 | $1,828.32 |
Average age group | 26 - 35 | 26 - 35 |
Pros and Cons
VACF | VGB | |
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VACF | VGB |
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Higher management fee | Lower management fee |
Higher price growth | Lower price growth |
Higher distribution yield | Lower distribution yield |