Compare AU
Compare VISM vs. VGE
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 MSCI International Small Companies Index ETF (VISM) and the Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets Shares ETF (VGE). In this comparison, we'll delve into these ETFs across various dimensions to help you make an informed investment decision.
Community Stats
VISM | VGE | |
|---|---|---|
Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 270 | 991 |
Median incremental investment | $1,211.45 | $1,094.60 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,448.42 | $3,067.60 |
Average age group | 26 - 35 | 26 - 35 |
Key Summary
VISM | VGE | |
|---|---|---|
Strategy | Vanguard MSCI International Small Companies Index ETF aims to track the returns and performance of the MSCI World ex-Australia Small Cap Index before considering fees, expenses, and tax. It tracks the performance of the index with dividends reinvested. | 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. |
Top 3 holdings | Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co. (0.20 %) United Therapeutics Corp. (0.20 %) Axon Enterprise Inc. (0.19 %) | Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. Ltd. (4.80 %) Tencent Holdings Ltd. (3.68 %) Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. (2.83 %) |
Top 3 industries | Industrials (19.35 %) Financials (14.55 %) Consumer Discretionary (12.64 %) | Other (18.89 %) Financials (15.91 %) Information Technology (14.87 %) |
Top 3 countries | United States (62.44 %) Japan (12.99 %) United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (5.56 %) | China (28.87 %) India (24.00 %) Taiwan (19.40 %) |
Management fee | 0.32 % | 0.48 % |
Key Summary
VISM | VGE | |
|---|---|---|
Issuer | Vanguard | Vanguard |
Tracking index | MSCI World ex AU Small Cap | FTSE Custom Emerging Markets All Cap China A Inclusion Index |
Asset class | ETF | ETF |
Management fee | 0.32 % | 0.48 % |
Price | $63.44 | $77.44 |
Size | N/A | N/A |
10Y return | N/A | 21.15 % |
Annual distribution yield (5Y) | 4.21 % | 2.43 % |
Market | ASX | ASX |
First listed date | 13/11/2018 | 21/11/2013 |
Purchase fee | $6.50 | $6.50 |
Community Stats
VISM | VGE | |
|---|---|---|
Popularity | Low | Low |
Pearlers invested | 270 | 991 |
Median incremental investment | $1,211.45 | $1,094.60 |
Median investment frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
Median total investment | $2,448.42 | $3,067.60 |
Average age group | 26 - 35 | 26 - 35 |
Pros and Cons
VISM | VGE | |
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Cons |
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VISM | VGE |
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Higher exposure to AU market | Lower exposure to AU market |
Higher exposure to US market | Lower exposure to US market |
Lower management fee | Higher management fee |
Higher price growth | Lower price growth |
Higher distribution yield | Lower distribution yield |