UCITS Alternatives to VAF (Vanguard Australian Fixed Interest Index ETF)
VAF is a popular ETF listed on the AU market. It tracks the Bloomberg AusBond Gov/Semi-Gov. Due to EU regulations (MiFID II/PRIIPs), European investors cannot directly purchase non-UCITS ETFs. We found 4 UCITS-compliant alternatives that provide similar market exposure.
UCITS Alternatives
4 found| ETF Name | ISIN | TER | AUM | Dist. | Replication |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SimilariShares Core Global Aggregate Bond UCITS ETF USD (Dist) | IE00BDBRDM35 |
0.10% | €14.0B | Dist | physical-sampling |
| SimilariShares Core Global Aggregate Bond UCITS ETF EUR Hdg (Acc) | IE00B3DKXQ41 |
0.10% | €5.0B | Acc | Physical |
| SimilarVanguard Global Aggregate Bond UCITS ETF EUR Hedged (Acc) | IE00BG47KH54 |
0.10% | €3.5B | Acc | physical-sampling |
| SimilarXtrackers Global Aggregate Bond UCITS ETF 1C EUR Hdg | LU0942970103 |
0.10% | €2.5B | Acc | Physical |
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FAQ
What does VAF track?
VAF (Vanguard Australian Fixed Interest Index ETF) is an ETF listed on AU that tracks the Bloomberg AusBond Gov/Semi-Gov. It is one of the popular ETFs in its category.
Why can't I buy VAF in Europe?
Under EU MiFID II and PRIIPs regulations, brokers in the European Economic Area cannot sell ETFs that don't provide a Key Information Document (KID) in the local language. Most non-EU ETFs, including VAF, don't comply with these requirements.
What is the best UCITS alternative to VAF?
The closest UCITS alternative is iShares Core Global Aggregate Bond UCITS ETF USD (Dist) (IE00BDBRDM35). We identified 4 UCITS ETFs that offer similar exposure. Compare them in the table above to find the best fit.