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GLIN vs IFRA vs MICH vs RIIF

Compare fees, returns, income and risk for these 4 ASX-listed ETFs side by side.

At a glance

Comparing GLIN, IFRA, MICH, and RIIF. GLIN has the lowest management fee at 0.15% a year, GLIN has the highest 3 years return at 11.9% a year, and GLIN offers the highest at 5.96%.
Lowest fee
GLIN 0.15% p.a.
Highest 3 years return
GLIN 11.9% p.a.
Highest yield
GLIN 5.96%
Highest risk-adjusted
GLIN Sharpe 0.71 (3y)
Lowest volatility
GLIN 11% (3y)
Largest fund
IFRA $2.1bn

Side-by-side comparison

Metric GLIN
iShares Core FTSE Global Infrastructure (AUD Hedged) ETF
IFRA
VanEck FTSE Global Infrastructure (AUD Hedged) ETF
MICH
Magellan Infrastructure Fund (Currency Hedged)
RIIF
Resolution Capital Global Listed Infrastructure Fund - Active ETF
Snapshot
Provider
iShares
VanEck
Tracks index
FTSE Global Core Infrastructure 50/50 Index (AUD Hedged)
FTSE Developed Core Infrastructure 50/50 Hedged into AUD Index
S&P Global Infrastructure Index (AUD Hedged)
Categories
Intl, Thematic
Intl, Thematic
Intl, Thematic, Active
Intl, Active
Listed since
2023 (3 yrs)
2016 (10 yrs)
2016 (10 yrs)
Fund size (AUM)
$1.7bn
$2.1bn
$30m
Cost & income
Management fee
0.15%
0.2%
1.05%
0.7%
Dividend yield
5.96%
2.97%
5.51%
Franking
0%
0%
0%
0%
Turnover
5%
15%
20%
Tax drag 2.03% 1.31% 0.48% 1.76%
Returns
Tax bracket
1-year return
16.1%
net
15.8%
net
21.1%
net
3-year return
11.9%
net
11.7%
net
5-year return
7.5%
net
10-year return
7%
net
Risk
Volatility (3y)
11%
11%
Volatility (5y)
12.7%
Volatility (10y)
12.6%
Sharpe ratio (3y)
0.71
0.7
Sharpe ratio (5y)
0.38
Sharpe ratio (10y)
0.43
Bid/ask spread

marks the strongest fund in each row. “net” shows the after-tax return at your selected bracket. “—” means we don’t have that data point yet.

Each fund at a glance

GLIN iShares Core FTSE Global Infrastructure (AUD Hedged) ETF
  • Top-23% returns over 1 year (70th of 308 ETFs we track).
  • Low-cost: a 0.15% management fee keeps more of the return in your pocket.
  • Cheaper alternatives exist: TOLL.
IFRA VanEck FTSE Global Infrastructure (AUD Hedged) ETF
  • Top-23% returns over 1 year (72nd of 308 ETFs we track).
  • Low-cost: a 0.2% management fee keeps more of the return in your pocket.
  • Cheaper alternatives exist: TOLL and GLIN.
MICH Magellan Infrastructure Fund (Currency Hedged)
  • A 1.05% management fee is high and compounds against you over time.
RIIF Resolution Capital Global Listed Infrastructure Fund - Active ETF
  • Top-13% returns over 1 year (40th of 308 ETFs we track).
  • High 5.51% income yield — good for investors who want regular cash flow.
  • Pricier than similar ETFs, which average around 0.57%.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between GLIN vs IFRA vs MICH vs RIIF?

GLIN, IFRA, MICH, and RIIF are 4 Australian-listed ETFs we compare side by side. GLIN carries the lowest management fee (0.15%). Over 3 years, GLIN has delivered the highest total return (11.9% a year). The table above breaks down fees, returns, income and risk for each.

Which has the lowest fees - GLIN vs IFRA vs MICH vs RIIF?

GLIN has the lowest management fee at 0.15% a year, versus IFRA 0.2%, MICH 1.05%, and RIIF 0.7%.

Which has performed highest - GLIN vs IFRA vs MICH vs RIIF?

Over the past 3 years, GLIN has delivered the highest total return at 11.9% a year. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future returns.

Which pays the highest dividend yield?

GLIN pays the highest at 5.96%. Remember distributions are taxed each year at your marginal rate.

Which is the largest and most liquid?

IFRA is the largest fund by assets ($2.1bn). Larger funds are typically more liquid and trade on tighter spreads.

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General information only, generated from each fund's published data — not personal financial advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future returns. Consider your own circumstances or seek licensed advice before investing.

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