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Compare VAF vs. PMGOLD
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 PMGOLD. In this comparison, we'll delve into these options across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
VAF | PMGOLD | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 180 | 449 |
Median incremental investment | $1,018.39 | $833.00 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,447.63 | $2,016.00 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
VAF | PMGOLD | |
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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. | PMGOLD.AX was created on 2003-05-09 by Perth Mint. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on gold commodities. PMGOLD.AX is designed to track the international price of gold in Australian dollars and offers investors a simple, low cost way to access the returns on gold. |
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 %) | Gold (100 %) |
Top 3 industries | ||
Top 3 countries | ||
Management fee | 0.1 % | 0.15 % |
Key Summary
VAF | PMGOLD | |
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Issuer | Vanguard | Perth Mint |
Tracking index | Bloomberg AusBond Composite 0+ Yr Index - AUD | LBMA Gold Price AM - AUD - Benchmark Price Return |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.1 % | 0.15 % |
Price | $45.75 | $42.00 |
Size | $6.917 million | N/A |
10Y return | -8.57 % | 182.83 % |
Annual distribution/ dividend yield (5Y) | 2.14 % | - % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 31/10/2012 | 29/12/2010 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
VAF | PMGOLD | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 180 | 449 |
Median incremental investment | $1,018.39 | $833.00 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,447.63 | $2,016.00 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
VAF | PMGOLD | |
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VAF | PMGOLD |
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Lower management fee | Higher management fee |
Lower price growth | Higher price growth |
Higher distribution yield | Lower distribution yield |