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Compare VGB vs. BEST
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 VGB and BEST. In this comparison, we'll delve into these options across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
VGB | BEST | |
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Popularity | Low | N/A |
Pearlers invested | 173 | 0 |
Median incremental investment | $975.82 | $0 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | N/A |
Median total investment | $2,090.25 | $0 |
Average age group | > 35 | N/A |
Key Summary
VGB | BEST | |
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Strategy | VGB.AX was created on 2012-04-24 by Vanguard. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on investment grade fixed income. The ETF currently has 4.62m in AUM and 164 holdings. 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. | N/A |
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 %) | ETFS Us Quality ETF (100 %) |
Top 3 industries | ||
Top 3 countries | ||
Management fee | 0.2 % | 0 % |
Key Summary
VGB | BEST | |
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Issuer | Vanguard | |
Tracking index | Bloomberg AusBond Govt 0+ Yr Index - AUD | |
Asset class | ETF | Stock |
Management fee | 0.2 % | 0 % |
Price | $46.51 | $12.46 |
Size | $4.638 million | N/A |
10Y return | -8.01 % | N/A |
Annual distribution/ dividend yield (5Y) | 2.09 % | - % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 30/04/2012 | 18/11/2025 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
VGB | BEST | |
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Popularity | Low | N/A |
Pearlers invested | 173 | 0 |
Median incremental investment | $975.82 | $0 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | N/A |
Median total investment | $2,090.25 | $0 |
Average age group | > 35 | N/A |
Pros and Cons
VGB | BEST | |
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Cons |
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VGB | BEST |
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Exposure to more markets and sectors | Exposure to 1 market and 1 sector only |
Lower price growth | Higher price growth |
Higher dividend/distribution yield | Lower dividend/distribution yield |