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Compare VGAD vs. QUAL
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 MSCI Index International Shares (Hedged) ETF (VGAD) and the VanEck MSCI International Quality ETF (QUAL). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
VGAD | QUAL | |
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Popularity | Low | Medium |
Pearlers invested | 519 | 1,364 |
Median incremental investment | $2,033.50 | $946.52 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $8,255.52 | $3,263.50 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
VGAD | QUAL | |
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Strategy | The aim of Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares (Hedged) ETF is to track the return of the MSCI World ex-Australia (with net dividends reinvested) before considering fees, expenses, and tax. It also seeks to reduce the impact of foreign exchange fluctuations on the fund's performance by hedging it to the Australian dollar. | QUAL's key objective is to invest in high-quality companies that have outperformed the market over the long term compared to global equity benchmarks. |
Top 3 holdings | Apple Inc. (5.41 %) Microsoft Corp. (4.14 %) Amazon.com Inc. (2.15 %) | Meta Platforms Inc Class A (4.98 %) Microsoft Corp (4.95 %) Apple Inc (4.89 %) |
Top 3 industries | Information Technology (22.51 %) Financials (13.70 %) Health Care (12.53 %) | Information Technology (39.68 %) Communication Services (27.98 %) Financials (9.75 %) |
Top 3 countries | United States (72.94 %) Japan (5.73 %) United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (3.77 %) | United States (77.74 %) Switzerland (4.98 %) United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (4.22 %) |
Management fee | 0.21 % | 0.4 % |
Key Summary
VGAD | QUAL | |
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Issuer | Vanguard | VanEck |
Tracking index | MSCI World ex Australia - AUD - Benchmark TR Net Hedged | MSCI World ex Australia Quality Index - AUD |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.21 % | 0.4 % |
Price | $98.28 | $53.50 |
Size | N/A | $6.580 billion |
10Y return | 78.17 % | 189.50 % |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 3.46 % | 1.85 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 20/11/2014 | 31/10/2014 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
VGAD | QUAL | |
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Popularity | Low | Medium |
Pearlers invested | 519 | 1,364 |
Median incremental investment | $2,033.50 | $946.52 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $8,255.52 | $3,263.50 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
VGAD | QUAL | |
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VGAD | QUAL |
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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 |
Higher distribution yield | Lower distribution yield |