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When evaluating costs, CANL features a management fee (MER) of 0.35%, compared to 0.65% for HFIN. Performance-wise, CANL has returned 20.59% year-to-date with +$6 M in net flows, whereas HFIN is at 23.44% with +$126 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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| AuM | $11.66 M | $511.40 M |
| Management Fees | 0.35% | 0.65% |
| Exp. ratio | 1.17% | 0.81% |
| Tracking Difference | - | - |
Historical performance and flows
As of October 16, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | CANL | +3.03% | +3.07% | +20.59% | +27.50% | +117.88% |
HFIN | -0.21% | -6.02% | +23.44% | +39.72% | +181.05% | |
| Flows | CANL | -$1 M | +$2 M | +$6 M | +$6 M | +$6 M |
HFIN | +$14 M | +$43 M | +$126 M | +$150 M | +$212 M |
CANL vs HFIN exposure
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As of October 16, 2026
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Characteristics
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| Provider | Global X | Hamilton ETFs |
| Management | Passively managed | Passively managed |
| Benchmark | S&P/TSX 60 Total Return Index - CAD | Solactive Canadian Financials Equal-Weight TR Index - CAD |
| Replication Method | Other | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset Class | Equity | Equity |
| Dividend Policy | Distributing | Distributing |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 2.39% | 3.11% |
| Meets ESG criteria | No | No |
| Inception Date | July 5, 2023 | January 26, 2022 |
Frequently asked questions about CANL and HFIN
Which ETF has performed better year to date: CANL or HFIN?
As of October 16, 2026, CANL has returned 20.59% year to date, while HFIN has returned 23.44%. HFIN is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: CANL or HFIN?
As of October 16, 2026, CANL manages $11.66 M in assets, while HFIN manages $511.40 M. HFIN is the larger fund by AUM.
How are CANL and HFIN managed?
CANL is passively managed by Global X. It tracks the S&P/TSX 60 Total Return Index - CAD benchmark. HFIN is passively managed by Hamilton ETFs. It tracks the Solactive Canadian Financials Equal-Weight TR Index - CAD benchmark.
Which ETF is attracting more investor flows: CANL or HFIN?
Year to date, CANL has seen +$5.54 M in net flows, compared with +$125.58 M for HFIN. HFIN has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of CANL and HFIN compare?
CANL has an expense ratio of 1.17%, while HFIN has an expense ratio of 0.81%.
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