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Compare VBLD vs. VAS
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 Global Infrastructure Index ETF (VBLD) and the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
VBLD | VAS | |
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Popularity | Low | High |
Pearlers invested | 31 | 18,609 |
Median incremental investment | $1,129.85 | $1,002.95 |
Median investment frequency | Fortnightly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,280.64 | $2,863.84 |
Average age group | > 35 | 26 - 35 |
Key Summary
VBLD | VAS | |
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Strategy | VBLD.AX was created on 2018-10-19 by Vanguard. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on theme equity. Vanguard Global Infrastructure Index ETF seeks to track the return of the FTSE Developed Core Infrastructure Index (with net dividends reinvested) in Australian dollars, before taking into account fees, expenses and tax. | 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). |
Top 3 holdings | NextEra Energy Inc. (7.14 %) Union Pacific Corp. (5.86 %) American Tower Corp. (4.41 %) | BHP Group Ltd. (10.36 %) Commonwealth Bank of Australia (7.92 %) CSL Ltd. (5.76 %) |
Top 3 industries | Utilities (52.56 %) Industrials (23.35 %) Energy (13.64 %) | Financials (27.66 %) Materials (23.74 %) Health Care (8.77 %) |
Top 3 countries | United States (69.79 %) Canada (13.74 %) Japan (3.99 %) | Australia (94.56 %) United States (3.02 %) New Zealand (1.65 %) |
Management fee | 0.47 % | 0.07 % |
Key Summary
VBLD | VAS | |
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Issuer | Vanguard | Vanguard |
Tracking index | FTSE Developed Core Infrastructure Index - AUD | S&P/ASX 300 Index - AUD |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.47 % | 0.07 % |
Price | $71.27 | $102.28 |
Size | N/A | N/A |
10Y return | N/A | 46.28 % |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 2.63 % | 5.52 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 23/10/2018 | 08/05/2009 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
VBLD | VAS | |
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Popularity | Low | High |
Pearlers invested | 31 | 18,609 |
Median incremental investment | $1,129.85 | $1,002.95 |
Median investment frequency | Fortnightly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,280.64 | $2,863.84 |
Average age group | > 35 | 26 - 35 |
Pros and Cons
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Lower exposure to AU market | Higher exposure to AU market |
Higher exposure to US market | Lower exposure to US market |
Higher management fee | Lower management fee |
Lower price growth | Higher price growth |
Lower distribution yield | Higher distribution yield |