BetaShares AEBD ETF (ASX:AEBD)

BetaShares Ethical Australian Composite Bond ETF

Ethical

About the AEBD ETF

AEBD is designed to serve as a core fixed income allocation for investors seeking a true-to-label ethical fixed income solution. It aims to track the performance of an index (before fees and expenses) that provides exposure to a diversified portfolio of high-quality Australian corporate and government bonds. The bonds are screened to exclude issuers (other than sovereign bond issuers) with material exposure to fossil fuels or engaged in activities considered inconsistent with responsible investment considerations.

AEBD ETF Performance Review

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Data Current To: 08/11/2024

AEBD ETF Investment Strategy

AEBD aims to track the Bloomberg Australian Enhanced Yield Ethically Screened Composite Bond Index (Index), before fees and expenses. Bonds in the Index are screened to exclude exposure to activities associated with significant negative environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors (subject to certain materiality thresholds). The Index employs an intelligent investment approach by weighting bonds on their risk-adjusted income potential, rather than debt-weighting. This strategy aims to provide investors with higher returns than the commonly used Australian fixed income benchmark, the AusBond Composite Index.

What does the AEBD ETF Invest In?

AEBD is a Multi Sector ETF.

AEBD ETF Credit Quality

The average credit quality of the AEBD ETF is AA.

A detailed breakdown of the credit quality is expressed below.

AEBD Frequently Asked Questions

What index does the AEBD ETF aim to replicate?

The AEBD ETF aims to replicate the Bloomberg Australian Enhanced Yield Ethically Screened Composite Bond Index.

How often does AEBD ETF pay distributions?

The distribution frequency of AEBD is Monthly.

When did the AEBD ETF start?

The inception date of the AEBD ETF was 04/11/2024.

What are the net assets of the AEBD ETF?

AEBD has net assets of $3.986m (AUD) as of 08/11/2024.

What are the management fees for the AEBD ETF?

The annual management fees for the AEBD ETF are 0.34% p.a. Learn more about ETF fees in this article.

How can I invest in the AEBD ETF?

AEBD is an Exchange Traded Fund, and units may be bought or sold on the ASX like shares. Learn how to buy and sell ETFs in this article.

Does the AEBD ETF have a minimum investment amount?

No, there is no minimum to invest in the Betashares AEBD ETF. Exchange Traded Funds in general do not have a minimum investment amount required by the issuer. However, if you choose to invest through a broker, they may choose to set their own minimum investment amount.

Are there any performance fees associated with the AEBD ETF?

No, AEBD has no performance fee. This is one of the advantages of Exchange Traded Funds, as they are traded like shares, you’ll generally only pay a commission to buy or sell units and an ongoing management fee.