ETFs can be either actively managed or passively managed. Passively managed ETFs aim to replicate the performance of a specific index or benchmark, while actively managed ETFs have fund managers who make investment decisions to outperform the market.
Exchange traded funds (ETFs)
Core ETFs built with outcomes in mind, so you can meet your clients' investment goals.
Equity Income
Responsible Investing
Fixed Income
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With more than 50 years’ experience constructing portfolios for many of the world’s largest investors, we deliver institutional quality ETFs.
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Each ETF is purpose-built to play a specific role in an overall portfolio. Providing a core suite of risk-controlled ETFs you can rely on.
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ETFs that are crafted with a research-driven, value-added methodology, providing access to target exposures with accuracy and efficiency.
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- RDV
- RGOS
- RARI
- RCB
- RSM
- RGB
Russell Investments High Dividend Australian Shares ETF (RDV)
RDV seeks to track the Russell Australia High Dividend Index, to give you access to Australian blue-chip companies with a bias towards those that have a high expected dividend yield.
Why use this in your portfolio?
Access income, through higher dividends and franking credits, and capital growth.
Key benefits of RDV
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Invests in a diversified equity portfolio with a dividend focus
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Access to franking credits from Australian blue-chip companies
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Avoid yield traps with a more comprehensive methodology than comparable ETFs
Russell Investments Sustainable Global Opportunities Complex ETF (RGOS)
RGOS will invest in shares and equity-related securities selected by Russell Investments based on advice received from investment managers pursuing a 'sustainable strategy’. RGOS will also take into account environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations including by applying exclusionary screens, its Net Zero Investment Framework and targets for carbon emissions reduction, net zero alignment and engagement.
Why use this in your portfolio?
RGOS can be used as a core international shares allocation in a balanced portfolio, providing both geographical diversification and ESG-related benefits.
Key benefits of RGOS
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Access a global shares portfolio with a focus on sustainable strategies, net zero targets, and processes in place to exclude companies that Russell Investments does not consider sustainable.
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Capture the active insight of multiple ESG managers all in a single ETF. Each utilises a specialist sustainable strategy, ensuring quality investment ideas are included in the portfolio.
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Russell Investments’ dedicated research team monitor the portfolio and continually assess the managers’ suitability.
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The assets held by the Fund are disclosed daily, enabling full transparency of holdings.
Russell Investments Australian Responsible Investment ETF (RARI)
RARI seeks the performance of the Russell Australia ESG High Dividend Index by investing predominantly in Australian shares and trusts listed on the ASX. It is an ETF aimed at giving you exposure to an ESG enhanced, responsible investment portfolio. RARI is RIAA certified.
Why use this in your portfolio?
Invest in what matters without jeopardising returns.
Key benefits of RARI
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Invests in Australian companies that demonstrate positive ESG characteristics*
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Excludes companies that have significant involvement in a range of activities deemed by us to be inconsistent with widely recognised responsible investment considerations ^
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Includes an income protection feature to ensure the income entitled to existing investors is not diluted by new investors
*The positive ESG characteristics are based off the Russell Investments Material ESG scores. For detailed information on the Material ESG Score refer to the PDS and the Index Construction Methodology available at https://russellinvestments.com/au/about-us/responsible-investing
^For more information on exclusion criteria refer to the PDS
Russell Investments Australian Select Corporate Bond ETF (RCB)
RCB provides exposure to a portfolio of high quality Australian corporate bonds. All bonds within the ETF must have a minimum credit rating of A or above from a major rating agency.*
Why use this in your portfolio?
Targeted exposure to high quality corporate bonds, which otherwise may not be available to smaller investors. Blend with RSM and RGB to customise levels of credit risk and interest rate risk in a portfolio.
Key benefits of RCB
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Access high quality Australian corporate bonds
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Avoids bonds with downside default and liquidity risks
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Provides diversified risk, by ensuring exposure is not biased towards the largest borrowers
*In scenarios where bonds within the ETF are downgraded, bonds below the minimum credit rating may be temporarily held within the ETF for a transition period.
Russell Investments Australian Semi-Government Bond ETF (RSM)
RSM provides exposure to a portfolio of State Government issued bonds with a minimum issuance outstanding of over $1 billion based on face value to ensure sufficient liquidity.
Why use this in your portfolio?
Targeted exposure to semi government bonds, which otherwise may not be available to smaller investors. Blend with RCB and RGB to customise levels of credit risk and interest rate risk in a portfolio.
Key benefits of RSM
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Access the credit of Australian State Governments
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Provides additional risk diversification
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Regular income, paid quarterly
Russell Investments Australian Government Bond ETF (RGB)
RGB provides exposure to a portfolio of the largest and most liquid Australian Commonwealth Government bonds.
Why use this in your portfolio?
Targeted exposure to government bonds, which otherwise may not be available to smaller investors. Blend with RSM and RGB to customise levels of credit risk and interest rate risk in a portfolio.
Key benefits of RGB
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Access the highest credit rated bonds in the Australian bond markets
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Defensive exposure, with the lowest level of risk and return compared to our other bond ETFs
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Regular income, paid quarterly
Performance
Product materials and insights
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Russell Investments High Dividend Shares ETF
Learn more about the benefits of including RDV in an investment portfolio.
Brochure
Russell Investments Australian Bond ETFs
Discover how to construct a core portfolio using our bond ETFs.
Factsheets
Latest performance, commentary, and holdings for our suite of ETFs.
Product disclosure statements
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, ETFs have fees and expenses. The most common fee is the management expense ratio (MER), which covers the fund's management and operating costs. Additionally, brokerage commissions and other transaction costs may be associated with buying or selling ETF shares.
Yes, self-managed super funds (SMSFs) can hold ETFs. They allow SMSF trustees to diversify their superannuation portfolios across different asset classes and markets.
Unlike managed funds, ETFs trade on the ASX like shares. They are priced and traded throughout the trading day, offering investors real-time pricing and liquidity. Additionally, ETFs generally have lower management fees and provide greater transparency regarding holdings and performance.
Investing in ETFs provides several benefits. They offer diversification across multiple securities or asset classes, reducing the risk of individual stock or sector volatility. ETFs also offer transparency, liquidity, and the ability to trade throughout the trading day on the ASX.
An ETF suite providing core building blocks for your investment portfolio, our focus areas include:
The net asset value (NAV) represents the total value of an ETF's underlying assets per share. It is calculated at the end of each trading day. The market price, on the other hand, is the price at which ETF shares are bought or sold on the ASX, and it can fluctuate throughout the trading day based on supply and demand.
In Australia, ETFs cover various asset classes, such as Australian and international equities, fixed income securities, commodities, and real estate investment trusts (REITs). There are also sector-specific ETFs that focus on industries like technology, healthcare, or finance.
We’re an ETF provider with a long history and proven track record of delivering innovative investment solutions. With a focus on smart beta strategies, we create ETFs that aim to capture long-term growth opportunities, while also minimising risk, to help you achieve your investment goals.
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