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Compare VGE vs. SEMI
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 FTSE Emerging Markets Shares ETF (VGE) and the Global Semiconductor Companies (SEMI). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
VGE | SEMI | |
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Popularity | Medium | Medium |
Pearlers invested | 1,875 | 1,115 |
Median incremental investment | $1,068.40 | $993.50 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,999.70 | $3,893.54 |
Average age group | 26 - 35 | > 35 |
Key Summary
VGE | SEMI | |
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Strategy | Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets Shares ETF seeks to follow the performance of the FTSE Emerging Markets All Cap China A Inclusion Index in Australian dollars before considering fees, expenses, and tax. It tracks the index's performance with dividends reinvested. | The Global X Semiconductor ETF (SEMI) aims to mimic the performance of the Solactive Global Semiconductor 30 Index prior to incorporating taxes, fees, and expenses. |
Top 3 holdings | Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. Ltd. (4.80 %) Tencent Holdings Ltd. (3.68 %) Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. (2.83 %) | Micron Technology Inc (12.29 %) SK Hynix Inc (9.36 %) Advanced Micro Devices Inc (8.71 %) |
Top 3 industries | Other (18.89 %) Financials (15.91 %) Information Technology (14.87 %) | Information Technology (100.00 %) |
Top 3 countries | China (32.04 %) Taiwan (21.80 %) India (19.83 %) | United States (63.31 %) Netherlands (11.59 %) Taiwan (11.52 %) |
Management fee | 0.48 % | 0.57 % |
Key Summary
VGE | SEMI | |
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Issuer | Vanguard | Global X |
Tracking index | FTSE Custom Emerging Markets All Cap China A Inclusion Index | Solactive Global Semiconductor 30 Index - USD - Benchmark TR Net |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.48 % | 0.57 % |
Price | $90.90 | $39.73 |
Size | N/A | $1.135 billion |
10Y return | 71.83 % | N/A |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 2.35 % | 2.78 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 21/11/2013 | 30/08/2021 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
VGE | SEMI | |
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Popularity | Medium | Medium |
Pearlers invested | 1,875 | 1,115 |
Median incremental investment | $1,068.40 | $993.50 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,999.70 | $3,893.54 |
Average age group | 26 - 35 | > 35 |
Pros and Cons
VGE | SEMI | |
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VGE | SEMI |
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Lower exposure to US market | Higher exposure to US market |
Lower management fee | Higher management fee |
Higher price growth | Lower price growth |
Lower distribution yield | Higher distribution yield |