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Compare VGB vs. USTB
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 Global X Us Treasury Bond ETF (Currency Hedged). (USTB). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
VGB | USTB | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 103 | 3 |
Median incremental investment | $993.50 | $504.96 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Fortnightly |
Median total investment | $1,624.00 | $566.68 |
Average age group | 26 - 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
VGB | USTB | |
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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. | USTB.AX was created on 2022-07-01 by Global X. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on investment grade fixed income. ETFS US Treasury Bond (Currency Hedged) ETF (ASX Code: USTB.AX) invests in US Treasuries across the yield curve while providing currency hedging. US Treasuries are some of the most liquid and closely followed investments in the world. |
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 %) | United States Treasury Notes (0.85 %) United States Treasury Notes 4.375% (0.83 %) United States Treasury Notes 3.875% (0.80 %) |
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Top 3 countries | ||
Management fee | 0.2 % | 0.19 % |
Key Summary
VGB | USTB | |
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Issuer | Vanguard | Global X |
Tracking index | Bloomberg AusBond Govt 0+ Yr Index - AUD | iBoxx $ Treasuries Index (AUD Hedged) - AUD - Benchmark TR Net Hedged |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.2 % | 0.19 % |
Price | $46.40 | $9.14 |
Size | $4.506 million | N/A |
10Y return | -6.26 % | N/A |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 1.84 % | 1.17 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 30/04/2012 | 04/07/2022 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
VGB | USTB | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 103 | 3 |
Median incremental investment | $993.50 | $504.96 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Fortnightly |
Median total investment | $1,624.00 | $566.68 |
Average age group | 26 - 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
VGB | USTB | |
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VGB | USTB |
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Higher management fee | Lower management fee |
Lower price growth | Higher price growth |
Higher distribution yield | Lower distribution yield |