A200vsSTW

Managed by BetaShares, A200 tracks the Solactive Australia 200 Index, providing exposure to the 200 largest companies listed on the ASX. It uses full replication, meaning it holds every stock in the index rather than sampling, and is widely recognised as the cheapest broad Australian equities ETF available. With significant exposure to banks and miners that typically pay franked dividends, A200 suits cost-conscious investors seeking core Australian equity exposure, making it particularly popular among SMSF trustees building long-term portfolios.

Australia's very first ETF, STW has been listed on the ASX since 2001 and is managed by State Street's SPDR, tracking the S&P/ASX 200 Accumulation Index. The fund benefits from exceptionally high daily trading volume, making it one of the most liquid ETFs available to Australian investors with consistently tight bid-ask spreads. Long-term investors, active traders, and SMSF trustees seeking core Australian equity exposure through a well-established, highly liquid vehicle with full access to franking credits will find STW a time-tested choice.