VAS is an Australian shares ETF that seeks to track the return of the S&P/ASX 300 Index. The companies VAS invests in include BHP, CBA, CSL, NAB, Westpac, and other listed Australian companies.
Key information | |||
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Fees | Size | Growth / Defensive | |
0.07% p.a. | $15.32B | Growth |
Performance | ||
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1 year | 3 years (p.a.) | 5 years (p.a.) |
11.91% | 6.10% | 7.21% |
Performance is as of 30 June 2024. Past performance of financial products is no guarantee of future performance.
Tracks an index for low management fees and more reliable returns.
Provides transparency and potential tax efficiency.
Ample market liquidity with daily entry and exit prices.
Invest in single ETF
Performance is tied to a specific sector or index. You may experience higher volatility and miss out on gains from other sectors or asset classes.
Limited risk management due to exposure to a specific sector or index.
Rebalancing is limited to the investments within the ETF.
Invest in a portfolio of ETFs
Potential for more consistent returns as different assets perform well in different market conditions.
Enhanced risk management through broader diversification across different sectors, asset classes, and geographies.
Easier to maintain desired asset allocation through buying and selling of assets in response to market changes. This can help manage risk and potentially improve returns over time.
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Vanguard Australian Shares (VAS) has seen total returns of 11.91% over the past 1 year, 6.10% p.a. over the past 3 years and 7.21% p.a. over the past 5 years, as of 30 June 2024.
Yes, VAS pays a dividend.
The top underlying holdings in VAS include BHP Group Ltd., Commonwealth Bank of Australia, CSL Ltd., National Australia Bank Ltd., Westpac Banking Corp.
VAS is an Australian shares ETF that seeks to track the return of the S&P/ASX 300 Index.