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When evaluating costs, BTCQ features a management fee (MER) of 1.25%, compared to 0.28% for HEWB. Performance-wise, BTCQ has returned 27.74% year-to-date with -$5 M in net flows, whereas HEWB is at 21.64% with +$12 M. Use the comparison tool below to benchmark these funds across top 10 holdings, yield, sector weights and historical returns.
NAV Performance and Flows
Key Data
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BTCQ
HEWB
| AuM | $147.58 M | $307.01 M |
| Management Fees | 1.25% | 0.28% |
| Exp. ratio | 1.47% | 0.28% |
| Tracking Difference | -0.88% | -0.78% |
Historical performance and flows
As of June 8, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | BTCQ | -20.85% | -8.17% | -27.74% | -42.36% | +127.68% |
HEWB | +5.66% | +18.78% | +21.64% | +62.64% | +139.85% | |
| Flows | BTCQ | -$1 M | -$1 M | -$5 M | -$12 M | -$52 M |
HEWB | +$0 M | +$8 M | +$12 M | +$9 M | +$14 M |
BTCQ vs HEWB exposure
Countries
BTCQ
Exposure data will be available soon
HEWB
Canada
99.99%
Sectors
BTCQ
Exposure data will be available soon
HEWB
Financials
99.99%
As of June 8, 2026
Top 10 Holdings
BTCQ
Exposure data will be available soon
HEWB
ROYAL BK CANADA
17.10%
TORONTO DOMINION
16.90%
BNS
16.65%
BANK OF MONTREAL
16.51%
CDN IMPERIAL BK
16.48%
NATIONAL BANK OF CANADA
16.35%
Diversification
BTCQ
Exposure data will be available soon
HEWB
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 6 total
99.99%
Characteristics
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BTCQ
HEWB
| Provider | 3iQ | Global X |
| Management | Passively managed | Passively managed |
| Benchmark | MarketVector Bitcoin Benchmark Rate - USD | Solactive Equal Weight Canada Banks GTR Index - CAD |
| Replication Method | Direct (Physical) | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset Class | Cryptocurrencies | Equity |
| Dividend Policy | Capitalization | Capitalization |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Meets ESG criteria | No | No |
| Inception Date | March 31, 2021 | January 23, 2019 |
Frequently asked questions about BTCQ and HEWB
Which ETF has performed better year to date: BTCQ or HEWB?
As of June 8, 2026, BTCQ has returned -27.74% year to date, while HEWB has returned 21.64%. HEWB is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: BTCQ or HEWB?
As of June 8, 2026, BTCQ manages $147.58 M in assets, while HEWB manages $307.01 M. HEWB is the larger fund by AUM.
How are BTCQ and HEWB managed?
BTCQ is passively managed by 3iQ. It tracks the MarketVector Bitcoin Benchmark Rate - USD benchmark. HEWB is passively managed by Global X. It tracks the Solactive Equal Weight Canada Banks GTR Index - CAD benchmark.
Which ETF is attracting more investor flows: BTCQ or HEWB?
Year to date, BTCQ has seen -$4.72 M in net flows, compared with +$12.25 M for HEWB. HEWB has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of BTCQ and HEWB compare?
BTCQ has an expense ratio of 1.47%, while HEWB has an expense ratio of 0.28%.
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