Australian (AFG) is held by 18 ASX ETFs. Over all time it fell 19.6%: on $10,000, −$1956. We explain 18 big moves in that time.
About AFG
- SectorFinancials
- IndustryFinancial Services
- Size$343.2m
- Held by18 ETFs
- Big moves18 in all time
Each dot is a move we explain. Tap one, or a row of Why it moved, to see what caused it.
Why it moved
- −7.4%18 Sep 2026· Capital Raise
AFG fell sharply after pricing a new Prime RMBS (residential mortgage-backed securities) transaction, which investors likely interpreted as a dilutive or risk-increasing capital markets move, driving heavy selling.
- −6.6%9 Sep 2026· No Catalyst Found
AFG fell in line with a broad financial-sector selloff, with no company-specific news to explain the drop.
- +5.0%2 Sep 2026· Earnings Beat
AFG shares rose strongly after reporting a 39% profit increase driven by a record mortgage trail book and surging manufacturing margins, with results beating market expectations.
- +6.6%3 Jun 2026· Operational
The on-market share buyback announcement is the most likely driver of the stock's unusual upward move, though the price impact of buybacks is often limited and the move may involve other factors.
- −7.7%14 May 2026· Sector Flow
No clear direct news explains the 7.74% drop; likely part of broader sector or market movements, possibly amplified by technical factors.
- +5.4%21 Apr 2026· Operational
AFG's quarterly mortgage index release for Q3 FY2026 likely signaled robust mortgage activity, driving the stock up.
- +5.1%20 Mar 2026· Unknown
No clear company-specific news was found; the price move appears to be driven by unobserved factors.
- −6.2%24 Feb 2026· Management
AFG co-founder's decision to step down as non-executive director likely triggered negative sentiment.
- −9.3%19 Feb 2026· Earnings Miss
AFG's FY26 half-year results triggered a negative market reaction despite record volumes, likely due to profit miss or guidance downgrade.
- +10.3%18 Feb 2026· Earnings Beat
AFG reported record half-year volumes and a surge in H1 2026 earnings, driving the stock up over 10%.
- +7.6%24 Nov 2025· Unknown
Insufficient evidence to identify the cause of the price move.
- +8.8%20 Oct 2025· Operational
AFG reported record broker lodgements, indicating strong business momentum and likely boosting investor sentiment.
- +6.5%19 Sep 2025· Operational
AFG Securities waiving settlement fees on some first home buyer loans likely boosted investor sentiment, driving the stock up.
- +6.5%29 Aug 2025· Unknown
Stock rise likely due to product expansion announcement, though magnitude seems disproportionate
- +6.3%27 Aug 2025· Operational
AFG Home Loans expanded its product offering, likely boosting investor sentiment.
- +5.3%27 May 2025· Operational
AFG announced an overhaul of its sales structure and promotions, which was likely viewed positively by investors.
- +7.9%20 May 2025· Unknown
No specific news was found; the price move is unexplained by available information.
- +6.7%30 Aug 2024· Unknown
No specific catalyst found; the large price move likely reflects broader market or sector dynamics.
Held by 18 ETFs
Of every $10,000 in each fund, how much is in AFG today.
- QHSMVanEck MSCI International Small Companies Quality (AUD Hedged) ETF$780.78%
- QSMLVanEck MSCI International Small Companies Quality ETF$760.76%
- IJHiShares S&P Mid-Cap ETF$280.28%
- SMLLBetaShares Australian Small Companies Select ETF$270.27%
- WYNCISHARES WORLD EQUITY HIGH INCOME COMPLEX ETF$180.18%
- BNDSBetaShares Western Asset Australian Bond Active ETF$180.18%
- VISMVanguard MSCI International Small Companies Index ETF$8.820.09%
- VTSVanguard US Total Market Shares Index ETF$1.280.01%
- IHCBiShares Core Global Corporate Bond (AUD Hedged) ETF$1.140.01%
- VETHVanguard Ethically Conscious Australian Shares ETF$1.070.01%
Why did AFG rise 6.5% on 29 Aug 2025?
Australian
Stock rise likely due to product expansion announcement, though magnitude seems disproportionate
Only one news article mentions a product expansion, which is a minor positive but may not explain a 6.46% jump on the event date. No other articles or announcements directly support the move, leaving insufficient evidence to attribute a specific driver.
General information only, not personal advice — prepared without regard to your objectives, financial situation or needs. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.
Evidence
News coverage
What it did to the 18 ETFs holding AFG
On $10,000 in each fund, at the weight it holds today
- QHSM0.78% of the fund+$5
- QSML0.76% of the fund+$5
- IJH0.28% of the fund+$2
- SMLL0.27% of the fund+$2
- WYNC0.18% of the fund+$1
- BNDS0.18% of the fund+$1
- VISM0.09% of the fund+$1
- VTS0.01% of the fund+$0
- IHCB0.01% of the fund+$0
- VETH0.01% of the fund+$0
The 10 that hold it most. All 18 are listed on the page under Held by.