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Compare VGB vs. VESG
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 Vanguard Ethically Conscious International Shares Index ETF (VESG). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
VGB | VESG | |
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Popularity | Low | Medium |
Pearlers invested | 103 | 2,213 |
Median incremental investment | $993.50 | $990.50 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $1,625.05 | $2,688.14 |
Average age group | 26 - 35 | 26 - 35 |
Key Summary
VGB | VESG | |
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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. | VESG seeks to track the performance of the FTSE Developed ex-Australia Choice Index (with dividends reinvested) before considering any additional fees, expenses, and taxes. |
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 %) | Apple Inc. (5.54 %) Microsoft Corp. (4.67 %) Amazon.com Inc. (2.10 %) |
Top 3 industries | Information Technology (26.14 %) Health Care (16.64 %) Financials (15.14 %) | |
Top 3 countries | United States (73.33 %) Japan (6.63 %) Switzerland (2.90 %) | |
Management fee | 0.2 % | 0.18 % |
Key Summary
VGB | VESG | |
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Issuer | Vanguard | Vanguard |
Tracking index | Bloomberg AusBond Govt 0+ Yr Index - AUD | FTSE Developed ex Australia Choice Index - AUD |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.2 % | 0.18 % |
Price | $46.43 | $103.39 |
Size | $4.560 million | N/A |
10Y return | -6.60 % | N/A |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 1.84 % | 1.66 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 30/04/2012 | 13/09/2018 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
VGB | VESG | |
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Popularity | Low | Medium |
Pearlers invested | 103 | 2,213 |
Median incremental investment | $993.50 | $990.50 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $1,625.05 | $2,688.14 |
Average age group | 26 - 35 | 26 - 35 |
Pros and Cons
VGB | VESG | |
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VGB | VESG |
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Lower exposure to AU market | Higher exposure to AU market |
Lower exposure to US market | Higher exposure to US market |
Higher management fee | Lower management fee |
Lower price growth | Higher price growth |
Higher distribution yield | Lower distribution yield |