VanEck XGOV ETF (ASX:XGOV)

VanEck 10+ Year Australian Government Bond ETF

About the XGOV ETF

The VanEck XGOV invests in a portfolio of Australian Government Bonds with 10-20 years until maturity.

XGOV ETF Performance Review

1
Year

3
Year

5
Year

Since
Inception

5.73

Running
Yield

3.62

Yield To
Maturity

4.7

Data Current To: 31/12/2023

Our review of XGOV ETF

Long term Australian Government bond portfolio that takes interest rate risk

What we like about the XGOV ETF

Long duration, long term Australian Government bonds.

Approximately 80% of the portfolio is allocated to bonds that mature in 10-15 years.

Very high quality portfolio

Things to be aware of about the XGOV ETF

Concentrated

Takes interest rate risk

XGOV ETF Investment Strategy

XGOV invests in a portfolio of Australian dollar denominated Australian Government Bonds with maturity dates of more than 10 years with the aim of providing investment returns (before fees and costs) that closely track the returns of the Index.

XGOV ETF Share Price

What does the XGOV ETF Invest In?

XGOV is a Government Bond ETF.

Australian Government Bonds

XGOV ETF Credit Quality

The average credit quality of the XGOV ETF is AAA.

XGOV Frequently Asked Questions

What index does the XGOV ETF aim to replicate?

The XGOV ETF aims to replicate the S&P/ASX Government Bond 10-20 Year Index.

How often does XGOV ETF pay distributions?

The distribution frequency of XGOV is Monthly.

When did the XGOV ETF start?

The inception date of the XGOV ETF was 26/09/2023.

What are the net assets of the XGOV ETF?

XGOV has net assets of $14.7m (AUD) as of 31/12/2023.

What are the number of holdings in the XGOV ETF?

Total number of holdings in XGOV is 37 as of 31/12/2023.

What are the management fees for the XGOV ETF?

The annual management fees for the XGOV ETF are 0% p.a. Learn more about ETF fees in this article.

How can I invest in the XGOV ETF?

XGOV 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 XGOV ETF have a minimum investment amount?

No, there is no minimum to invest in the VanEck XGOV 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 XGOV ETF?

No, XGOV 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.

About The Issuer Of The XGOV ETF: VanEck

Founded in 1955, VanEck was among the first asset managers helping investors achieve greater diversification through global investing.

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