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Compare VAF vs. EMXC
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 Fixed Interest Index ETF (VAF) and the iShares MSCI Emerging Markets Ex China ETF (EMXC). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
VAF | EMXC | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 304 | 9 |
Median incremental investment | $1,004.48 | $4,993.50 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,093.40 | $7,046.84 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
VAF | EMXC | |
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Strategy | VAF.AX was created on 2012-10-29 by Vanguard. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on investment grade fixed income. The ETF currently has 6.98m in AUM and 789 holdings. 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. | EMXC.AX was created on 2024-06-07 by iShares. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on total market equity. The Fund aims to provide investors with the performance of an index, before fees and expenses. |
Top 3 holdings | 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 %) | iShares MSCI EM ex-China ETF USD Dis (99.97 %) |
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Top 3 countries | ||
Management fee | 0.1 % | 0.25 % |
Key Summary
VAF | EMXC | |
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Issuer | Vanguard | iShares |
Tracking index | Bloomberg AusBond Composite 0+ Yr Index - AUD | MSCI EM (Emerging Markets) ex China |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.1 % | 0.25 % |
Price | $46.52 | $29.24 |
Size | $6.948 million | $279.693 million |
10Y return | -7.63 % | N/A |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 2.18 % | 0.82 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 31/10/2012 | 12/06/2024 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
VAF | EMXC | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 304 | 9 |
Median incremental investment | $1,004.48 | $4,993.50 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,093.40 | $7,046.84 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
VAF | EMXC | |
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VAF | EMXC |
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Lower management fee | Higher management fee |
Lower price growth | Higher price growth |
Higher distribution yield | Lower distribution yield |