Vanguard Australian Shares High Yield ETF
Vanguard · FTSE Australia High Dividend Yield Index · Since 2011
Annual fee
0.25%
$25/year per $10,000
Fund size
$8.2B
AUD · as at 30 Sep 2026
Dividend yield
4.1%
Quarterly · approx., as at 30 Apr 2026
Holdings
73
companies
Dividend yield is a trailing distribution figure, as at 30 Apr 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 These figures may be out of date.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 →
VHY specifically selects ASX-listed companies with above-average dividend yields and sustainable payout ratios, meaning more income than holding VAS. The fund is heavily weighted towards banks and resources (even more so than VAS) because those sectors pay the biggest dividends. Distributions are largely franked, which provides a tax credit offset for Australian resident taxpayers through the imputation system, non-residents receive no benefit. VHY's recent returns are shown in the performance section below. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future returns. The 1-year figure reflects the strong rally in financial and materials stocks. Whether VHY suits you depends on your personal financial circumstances.
Based on publicly available fund data. Not a recommendation to buy or sell.
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| Company | Weight |
|---|---|
| BHP Group Limited | 9.7% |
| Commonwealth Bank of Australia | 9.1% |
| National Australia Bank Limited | 6.4% |
| Westpac Banking Corporation | 6.3% |
| ANZ Group Holdings Limited | 6.1% |
| Rio Tinto Limited | 5.5% |
| Woodside Energy Group Limited | 5.3% |
| Telstra Group Limited | 4.8% |
| Macquarie Group Limited | 4.5% |
| CSL Limited | 3.9% |
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| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Financials | 39.4% |
| Materials | 24.7% |
| Energy | 11.7% |
| Communication Services | 6% |
| Industrials | 5.8% |
| Consumer Discretionary | 4.2% |
| Consumer Staples | 4.2% |
| Utilities | 2.6% |
| Health Care | 0.9% |
| Information Technology | 0.1% |
| Country | Weight |
|---|---|
| Australia | 100% |
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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VHY specifically selects ASX-listed companies with above-average dividend yields and sustainable payout ratios, meaning more income than holding VAS.
VHY's annual management fee is 0.25% p.a. ($25 per $10,000 invested).
VHY pays distributions quarterly. Distributions are not guaranteed and will vary.