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Compare VGB vs. VIF
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 International Fixed Interest Index (Hedged) ETF (VIF). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
VGB | VIF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 97 | 29 |
Median incremental investment | $993.50 | $1,993.50 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $1,956.36 | $2,026.44 |
Average age group | 26 - 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
VGB | VIF | |
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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. | VIF.AX was created on 2015-12-04 by Vanguard. The fund's investment portfolio concentrates primarily on broad credit fixed income. The Fund seeks to track the return of the Bloomberg Global Aggregate Corporate and Government-Related Scaled Index hedged into Australian dollars before taking into account fees, expenses and tax |
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 Note/Bond 2.875 2032-05-15 (0.70 %) United Kingdom Gilt 0.25 2025-01-31 (0.44 %) United States Treasury Note/Bond 0.625 2030-08-15 (0.41 %) |
Top 3 industries | ||
Top 3 countries | ||
Management fee | 0.2 % | 0.2 % |
Key Summary
VGB | VIF | |
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Issuer | Vanguard | Vanguard |
Tracking index | Bloomberg AusBond Govt 0+ Yr Index - AUD | Bloomberg Barclays Global Treasury Index Hedged into Australian Dollars - AUD |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.2 % | 0.2 % |
Price | $46.58 | $38.97 |
Size | $4.694 million | $2.354 million |
10Y return | -4.14 % | N/A |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 1.80 % | 4.05 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 30/04/2012 | 08/12/2015 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
VGB | VIF | |
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Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 97 | 29 |
Median incremental investment | $993.50 | $1,993.50 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $1,956.36 | $2,026.44 |
Average age group | 26 - 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
VGB | VIF | |
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VGB | VIF |
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Higher price growth | Lower price growth |
Lower distribution yield | Higher distribution yield |