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Compare VGB vs. AAA
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 Government Bond Index ETF (VGB) and the Aussie Cash Deposits (AAA). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
VGB | AAA | |
|---|---|---|
Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 97 | 153 |
Median incremental investment | $993.50 | $6,184.71 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $1,956.36 | $2,007.60 |
Average age group | 26 - 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
VGB | AAA | |
|---|---|---|
Strategy | VGB.AX was created on 2012-04-24 by Vanguard. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on investment grade fixed income. Vanguard Australian Government Bond Index ETF seeks to track the return of the Bloomberg AusBond Govt 0+ Yr Index before taking into account fees, expenses and tax. | AAA.AX was created on 2012-03-06 by BetaShares. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on target outcome asset allocation. The Fund aims to provide exposure to Australian cash, with attractive and regular incomedistributions that exceed the 30 day Bank Bill Swap Rate (after fees and expenses). |
Top 3 holdings | Australia Government Bond 3.25 2025-04-21 (3.58 %) Australia Government Bond 0.25 2024-11-21 (3.44 %) Australia Government Bond 4.25 2026-04-21 (3.39 %) | AUD - AUSTRALIA DOLLAR (100.00 %) |
Top 3 industries | Communication Services (100.00 %) | |
Top 3 countries | ||
Management fee | 0.2 % | 0.18 % |
Key Summary
VGB | AAA | |
|---|---|---|
Issuer | Vanguard | BetaShares |
Tracking index | Bloomberg AusBond Govt 0+ Yr Index - AUD | |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.2 % | 0.18 % |
Price | $46.58 | $50.19 |
Size | $4.694 million | $3.588 billion |
10Y return | -4.14 % | 0.08 % |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 1.80 % | 2.14 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 30/04/2012 | 07/03/2012 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
VGB | AAA | |
|---|---|---|
Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 97 | 153 |
Median incremental investment | $993.50 | $6,184.71 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $1,956.36 | $2,007.60 |
Average age group | 26 - 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
VGB | AAA | |
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Cons |
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VGB | AAA |
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Higher management fee | Lower management fee |
Lower price growth | Higher price growth |
Lower distribution yield | Higher distribution yield |