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Compare VGB vs. KSM

Compare shares and ETFs on the ASX that you can trade on Pearler.

Vanguard Australian Government Bond Index ETF

ASX

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Overview
Performance

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 KSM. In this comparison, we'll delve into these options across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.

Community Stats

VGB

KSM

Popularity

Low

Low

Pearlers invested

102

1

Median incremental investment

$993.50

$1,004.26

Median investment frequency

Monthly

Monthly

Median total investment

$1,638.68

$917.28

Average age group

26 - 35

26 - 35


Key Summary

VGB

KSM

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.

KSM.AX was created on 2013-12-01 by K2. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on small cap equity. The Fund aims to deliver capital growth over the Long-Term by seeking out opportunities in undervalued companies in all market cycles

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 %)

K2 Australian Small Cap Fund (Hedge Fund) (100 %)

Top 3 industries

Top 3 countries

Management fee

0.2 %

1.31 %


Key Summary

VGB

KSM

Issuer

Vanguard

K2

Tracking index

Bloomberg AusBond Govt 0+ Yr Index - AUD

Asset class

ETF

ETF

Management fee

0.2 %

1.31 %

Price

$46.08

$2.35

Size

$4.560 million

N/A

10Y return

-6.46 %

N/A

Annual distribution/ dividend yield (5Y)

1.84 %

0.21 %

Market

ASX

ASX

First listed date

30/04/2012

15/12/2015

Purchase fee

$6.50

$6.50


Community Stats

VGB

KSM

Popularity

Low

Low

Pearlers invested

102

1

Median incremental investment

$993.50

$1,004.26

Median investment frequency

Monthly

Monthly

Median total investment

$1,638.68

$917.28

Average age group

26 - 35

26 - 35


Pros and Cons

VGB

KSM

Pros

  • Lower management fee

  • Higher distribution yield

  • Higher price growth

Cons

  • Lower price growth

  • Higher management fee

  • Lower distribution yield

VGB

KSM

Lower management fee

Higher management fee

Lower price growth

Higher price growth

Higher distribution yield

Lower distribution yield

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