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Compare VAF 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, shares and ETFs are a popular choice. Two options in the ASX are VAF and FSML. In this comparison, we'll delve into these options across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
VAF | FSML | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 206 | 7 |
Median incremental investment | $1,020.71 | $760.00 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Weekly |
Median total investment | $2,520.10 | $4,810.60 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
VAF | FSML | |
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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. 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. | 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 |
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 %) | Firetrail Aust Small Companies Fund - Active ETF (100 %) |
Top 3 industries | ||
Top 3 countries | ||
Management fee | 0.1 % | 0 % |
Key Summary
VAF | FSML | |
|---|---|---|
Issuer | Vanguard | Firetraill |
Tracking index | Bloomberg AusBond Composite 0+ Yr Index - AUD | S&P/ASX Small Ordinaries Accumulation Index - AUD - Benchmark TR Gross |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.1 % | 0 % |
Price | $45.88 | $1.675 |
Size | $6.639 million | N/A |
10Y return | -9.61 % | N/A |
Annual distribution/ dividend yield (5Y) | 2.19 % | - % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 31/10/2012 | 17/11/2024 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
VAF | FSML | |
|---|---|---|
Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 206 | 7 |
Median incremental investment | $1,020.71 | $760.00 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Weekly |
Median total investment | $2,520.10 | $4,810.60 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
VAF | FSML | |
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VAF | FSML |
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Higher management fee | Lower management fee |
Lower price growth | Higher price growth |
Higher distribution yield | Lower distribution yield |