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When evaluating costs, CASH features a management fee (MER) of 0.11%, compared to 0.09% for XBB. Performance-wise, CASH has returned 0.64% year-to-date with +$96 M in net flows, whereas XBB is at 0.87% with +$833 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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CASH
XBB
| AuM | $6,743.55 M | $9,936.33 M |
| Management Fees | 0.11% | 0.09% |
| Exp. ratio | 0.11% | 0.10% |
| Tracking Difference | - | - |
Historical performance and flows
As of April 24, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | CASH | +0.17% | +0.49% | +0.64% | +2.29% | +11.62% |
XBB | +1.51% | +0.07% | +0.87% | +2.91% | +10.96% | |
| Flows | CASH | -$112 M | -$62 M | +$96 M | +$176 M | +$4,336 M |
XBB | -$11 M | +$533 M | +$833 M | +$1,753 M | +$4,894 M |
CASH vs XBB exposure
Countries
CASH
Exposure data will be available soon
XBB
Canada
99.40%
Sectors
CASH
Exposure data will be available soon
XBB
Municipal
27.45%
Sovereign
23.83%
Other
19.29%
Other
29.43%
As of April 24, 2026
Top 10 Holdings
CASH
Exposure data will be available soon
XBB
CA135087T537
1.59%
CA135087T388
1.59%
Canada, Bonds 3.25% 1jun2035, CAD
1.50%
CA135087T792
1.48%
Canada, Bonds 3% 1jun2034, CAD
1.29%
Canada, Bonds 2.75% 1mar2030, CAD
1.28%
Canada, Bonds 3.5% 1sep2029, CAD
1.17%
Canada, Bonds 3.25% 1dec2034, CAD
1.15%
CA135087T610
1.11%
Canada, Bond 1.5 1jun2031 10Y
1.10%
Diversification
CASH
Exposure data will be available soon
XBB
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 1,848 total
13.25%
Characteristics
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CASH
XBB
| Provider | Global X | iShares |
| Management | Actively managed | Passively managed |
| Benchmark | - | FTSE Canada Universe Bond TR Index - CAD |
| Replication Method | Direct (Physical) | |
| Asset Class | Fixed Income | Fixed Income |
| Dividend Policy | Distributing | Distributing |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 2.31% | 3.40% |
| Meets ESG criteria | No | No |
| Inception Date | November 2, 2021 | November 20, 2000 |
Frequently asked questions about CASH and XBB
Which ETF has performed better year to date: CASH or XBB?
As of April 24, 2026, CASH has returned 0.64% year to date, while XBB has returned 0.87%. XBB is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: CASH or XBB?
As of April 24, 2026, CASH manages $6.74 B in assets, while XBB manages $9.94 B. XBB is the larger fund by AUM.
How are CASH and XBB managed?
CASH is actively managed by Global X. It does not track an index. XBB is passively managed by iShares. It tracks the FTSE Canada Universe Bond TR Index - CAD benchmark.
Which ETF is attracting more investor flows: CASH or XBB?
Year to date, CASH has seen +$95.65 M in net flows, compared with +$832.70 M for XBB. XBB has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of CASH and XBB compare?
CASH has an expense ratio of 0.11%, while XBB has an expense ratio of 0.10%.
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