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CI Canadian Aggregate Bond Index ETF (CAGG) and Global X Equal Weight Canadian Banks Index Corporate Class ETF (HEWB) offer distinct profiles for Canadian ETF investors. A direct comparison shows that CAGG focuses its top 3 sector exposures on Municipal, Sovereign, and Government agencies, while HEWB leans towards Financials. When evaluating costs, CAGG features a management fee (MER) of 0.18%, compared to 0.28% for HEWB. Performance-wise, CAGG has returned 0.32% year-to-date with -$228 M in net flows, whereas HEWB is at 14.29% 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
Compare
CAGG
HEWB
| AuM | $736.89 M | $288.38 M |
| Management Fees | 0.18% | 0.28% |
| Exp. ratio | 0.08% | 0.28% |
| Tracking Difference | - | -0.80% |
Historical performance and flows
As of April 30, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | CAGG | +0.38% | -0.25% | +0.32% | +1.54% | +11.71% |
HEWB | +15.04% | +14.76% | +14.29% | +66.21% | +117.26% | |
| Flows | CAGG | +$15 M | -$119 M | -$228 M | -$362 M | +$725 M |
HEWB | +$8 M | +$9 M | +$12 M | +$7 M | -$3 M |
CAGG vs HEWB exposure
Countries
CAGG
Canada
99.86%
HEWB
Canada
99.99%
Sectors
CAGG
Municipal
29.54%
Sovereign
26.17%
Other
11.91%
Government agencies
7.23%
Other
25.14%
HEWB
Financials
99.99%
As of April 30, 2026
Top 10 Holdings
CAGG
CA135087T388
2.64%
Canada, Bonds 3.25% 1jun2035, CAD
2.23%
Canada, Bonds 3.25% 1dec2034, CAD
1.88%
Canada, Bonds 2.75% 1mar2030, CAD
1.75%
CA135087T537
1.74%
Canada, Bonds 2.75% 1may2027, CAD
1.68%
Canada, Bond 1.5 1jun2031 10Y
1.48%
Canada, Bond 1.25 1jun2030 10Y
1.46%
CA135087T461
1.25%
CA135087T792
1.17%
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
CAGG
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 1,046 total
17.26%
HEWB
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 6 total
99.99%
Characteristics
Compare
CAGG
HEWB
| Provider | CI | Global X |
| Management | Passively managed | Passively managed |
| Benchmark | FTSE Canada Universe Bond TR Index - CAD | Solactive Equal Weight Canada Banks GTR Index - CAD |
| Replication Method | Direct (Physical) | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset Class | Fixed Income | Equity |
| Dividend Policy | Distributing | Capitalization |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 3.53% | 0.00% |
| Meets ESG criteria | No | No |
| Inception Date | June 22, 2017 | January 23, 2019 |
Frequently asked questions about CAGG and HEWB
Which ETF has performed better year to date: CAGG or HEWB?
As of April 30, 2026, CAGG has returned 0.32% year to date, while HEWB has returned 14.29%. HEWB is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: CAGG or HEWB?
As of April 30, 2026, CAGG manages $736.89 M in assets, while HEWB manages $288.38 M. CAGG is the larger fund by AUM.
How are CAGG and HEWB managed?
CAGG is passively managed by CI. It tracks the FTSE Canada Universe Bond TR Index - CAD benchmark. HEWB is passively managed by Global X. It tracks the Solactive Equal Weight Canada Banks GTR Index - CAD benchmark.
What sectors do CAGG and HEWB emphasize?
CAGG is most exposed to Municipal, Sovereign, and Government agencies. HEWB is most exposed to Financials.
Which ETF is attracting more investor flows: CAGG or HEWB?
Year to date, CAGG has seen -$228.06 M in net flows, compared with +$12.19 M for HEWB. HEWB has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of CAGG and HEWB compare?
CAGG has an expense ratio of 0.08%, while HEWB has an expense ratio of 0.28%.
What are the top holdings of CAGG and HEWB?
CAGG's largest holdings include Canada, Bonds 3.25% 1jun2035, CAD and Canada, Bonds 3.25% 1dec2034, CAD. HEWB's top holdings include ROYAL BK CANADA, TORONTO DOMINION, and BNS.
Which ETF is more diversified: CAGG or HEWB?
CAGG holds 962 securities, while HEWB holds 6. On holdings count, CAGG is the more diversified portfolio.
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