Vanguard Diversified Growth Index ETF
Vanguard · Growth Composite Index · Since 2017
Annual fee
0.27%
$27/year per $10,000
Fund size
$1.6B
AUD · as at 30 Sep 2026
Dividend yield
3.2%
Quarterly · approx., as at 31 Mar 2026
Holdings
13
underlying funds
Dividend yield is a trailing distribution figure, as at 31 Mar 2026. These figures may be out of date. Check the fund manager's website for current performance. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future returns.
Next estimated distribution: ~January 2027 (estimated, not guaranteed; confirm with the fund manager). Distribution calendar → · View full distribution history →
VDGR sits between VDHG (90% shares) and VDBA (50% shares) on Vanguard's diversified ETF range. The 70/30 split provides more bond cushioning during market downturns than VDHG, though growth over time will generally be lower as a result. At 0.27% it's the same fee as VDHG. VDGR's returns are shown in the performance section below. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future returns. The figures sit below VDHG's, reflecting the defensive allocation drag from bonds during the equity bull run.
Based on publicly available fund data. Not a recommendation to buy or sell.
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These figures may be out of date. Check the fund manager's website for current holdings.
| Company | Weight |
|---|---|
| Vanguard Australian Shares Index Fund | 24.8% |
| Vanguard International Shares Index Fund | 19.1% |
| Vanguard Global Aggregate Bond Index Fund Hedged | 15.1% |
| Vanguard International Shares Index Fund Hedged | 12.0% |
| Vanguard Australian Fixed Interest Index Fund | 6.8% |
| Vanguard Global Aggregate Bond Index Fund Hedged ETF | 5.7% |
| Vanguard International Small Companies Index Fund | 4.9% |
| Vanguard Emerging Markets Shares Index Fund | 4.2% |
| Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF | 2.4% |
| Vanguard Australian Fixed Interest Index ETF | 1.9% |
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VDGR invests through other funds or listed vehicles, so its own holdings file lists those vehicles rather than the underlying assets. This breakdown shows the underlying exposure.
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Global Equities | 42% |
| Australian Equities | 28% |
| Bonds | 30% |
Look-through estimate: VDGR invests in other funds, so this combines those funds' published holdings, weighted by VDGR's allocation.
| Country | Weight |
|---|---|
| United States | 36.8% |
| Australia | 35% |
| Japan | 3.9% |
| United Kingdom | 2.3% |
| Canada | 2.2% |
| France | 2.1% |
| Germany | 1.9% |
| Taiwan | 1.4% |
| Other | 14.4% |
Historical returns
Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future returns.
Returns as at 30 Sep 2026. Figures are approximate total returns in AUD including distributions. Sources: fund manager fact sheets and the ASX Investment Products report.
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VDGR sits between VDHG (90% shares) and VDBA (50% shares) on Vanguard's diversified ETF range.
VDGR's annual management fee is 0.27% p.a. ($27 per $10,000 invested).
VDGR pays distributions quarterly. Distributions are not guaranteed and will vary.