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Compare VAF vs. ZYUS
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 Global X S&P 500 High Yield Low Volatility ETF (ZYUS). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
VAF | ZYUS | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 439 | 79 |
Median incremental investment | $993.50 | $684.60 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,133.33 | $2,184.48 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
VAF | ZYUS | |
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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. | ZYUS.AX was created on 2015-06-09 by ETFS. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on high dividend yield equity. The Fund aims to provide investors with a return that (before fees and expenses) tracks the performance of the S&P 500 Low Volatility High Dividend Index |
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 %) | Healthpeak Properties Inc (3.68 %) Altria Group Inc (3.59 %) The Kraft Heinz Co (3.17 %) |
Top 3 industries | Consumer Staples (32.40 %) Real Estate (29.02 %) Energy (20.31 %) | |
Top 3 countries | United States (97.95 %) United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (2.05 %) | |
Management fee | 0.1 % | 0.35 % |
Key Summary
VAF | ZYUS | |
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Issuer | Vanguard | ETFS |
Tracking index | Bloomberg AusBond Composite 0+ Yr Index - AUD | S&P 500 Low Volatility High Dividend Index |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.1 % | 0.35 % |
Price | $45.22 | $14.95 |
Size | $6.808 million | $72.535 million |
10Y return | -10.14 % | 18.75 % |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 2.19 % | 4.59 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 31/10/2012 | 12/06/2015 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
VAF | ZYUS | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 439 | 79 |
Median incremental investment | $993.50 | $684.60 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,133.33 | $2,184.48 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
VAF | ZYUS | |
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VAF | ZYUS |
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Lower exposure to US market | Higher exposure to US market |
Lower management fee | Higher management fee |
Lower price growth | Higher price growth |
Lower distribution yield | Higher distribution yield |