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Compare VAS vs. XASG
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 VAS and XASG. In this comparison, we'll delve into these options across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
VAS | XASG | |
|---|---|---|
Popularity | High | N/A |
Pearlers invested | 20,275 | 0 |
Median incremental investment | $1,000.00 | $0 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | N/A |
Median total investment | $2,617.65 | $0 |
Average age group | 26 - 35 | N/A |
Key Summary
VAS | XASG | |
|---|---|---|
Strategy | Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (ASX: VAS) seeks to track the performance of the ASX 300 index before account fees, expenses, and taxes. The index tracks the top 300 companies on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX). | XASG.AX was created on 2021-06-02 by Alphinity. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on total market equity. The Fund primarily invests in a diversified portfolio of leading global sustainable companies, which are aligned with one or more of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with strong ESG characteristics. |
Top 3 holdings | BHP Group Ltd. (10.36 %) Commonwealth Bank of Australia (7.92 %) CSL Ltd. (5.76 %) | Alphinity Global Sustainable Equity Fund - Active ETF (100 %) |
Top 3 industries | Financials (27.66 %) Materials (23.74 %) Health Care (8.77 %) | |
Top 3 countries | Australia (94.56 %) United States (3.02 %) New Zealand (1.65 %) | |
Management fee | 0.07 % | 0.75 % |
Key Summary
VAS | XASG | |
|---|---|---|
Issuer | Vanguard | Alphinity |
Tracking index | S&P/ASX 300 Index - AUD | |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.07 % | 0.75 % |
Price | $96.95 | $6.86 |
Size | N/A | N/A |
10Y return | 30.68 % | N/A |
Annual distribution/ dividend yield (5Y) | 5.55 % | 0.46 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 08/05/2009 | 16/01/2023 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
VAS | XASG | |
|---|---|---|
Popularity | High | N/A |
Pearlers invested | 20,275 | 0 |
Median incremental investment | $1,000.00 | $0 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | N/A |
Median total investment | $2,617.65 | $0 |
Average age group | 26 - 35 | N/A |
Pros and Cons
VAS | XASG | |
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Cons |
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VAS | XASG |
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Higher exposure to AU market | Lower exposure to AU market |
Higher exposure to US market | Lower exposure to US market |
Lower management fee | Higher management fee |
Higher price growth | Lower price growth |
Higher distribution yield | Lower distribution yield |