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Compare VGB vs. RCB
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 Russell Investments Australian Select Corporate Bond ETF (RCB). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
VGB | RCB | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 127 | 9 |
Median incremental investment | $993.50 | $652.06 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Fortnightly |
Median total investment | $2,080.32 | $2,487.58 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
VGB | RCB | |
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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. 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. | RCB.AX was created on 2012-03-08 by Russell. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on investment grade fixed income. The Fund aims to provide a total return before costs and tax, in line with DBIQ 0-4 year Investment Grade Australian Corporate Bond Index over the long term |
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 %) | Westpac Banking Corp. 5% (13.86 %) |
Top 3 industries | ||
Top 3 countries | ||
Management fee | 0.2 % | 0.28 % |
Key Summary
VGB | RCB | |
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Issuer | Vanguard | Russell |
Tracking index | Bloomberg AusBond Govt 0+ Yr Index - AUD | DBIQ 0-4 year Investment Grade Australian Corporate Bond Index - AUD |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.2 % | 0.28 % |
Price | $47.38 | $20.39 |
Size | $4.711 million | $313.268 million |
10Y return | -2.97 % | 0.25 % |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 2.04 % | 2.62 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 30/04/2012 | 13/03/2012 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
VGB | RCB | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 127 | 9 |
Median incremental investment | $993.50 | $652.06 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Fortnightly |
Median total investment | $2,080.32 | $2,487.58 |
Average age group | > 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
VGB | RCB | |
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VGB | RCB |
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Lower management fee | Higher management fee |
Lower price growth | Higher price growth |
Lower distribution yield | Higher distribution yield |