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When evaluating costs, CGL features a management fee (MER) of 0.5%, compared to 0.09% for HBNK. Performance-wise, CGL has returned 8.65% year-to-date with +$189 M in net flows, whereas HBNK is at 13.13% with -$459 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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CGL
HBNK
| AuM | $2,631.41 M | $674.68 M |
| Management Fees | 0.50% | 0.09% |
| Exp. ratio | 0.55% | 0.10% |
| Tracking Difference | - | -0.37% |
Historical performance and flows
As of April 24, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | CGL | +6.59% | -7.91% | +8.65% | +38.95% | +125.72% |
HBNK | +13.60% | +12.38% | +13.13% | +66.99% | - | |
| Flows | CGL | +$10 M | +$144 M | +$189 M | +$380 M | +$732 M |
HBNK | -$189 M | -$421 M | -$459 M | -$715 M | - |
CGL vs HBNK exposure
Countries
CGL
Exposure data will be available soon
HBNK
Canada
99.99%
Sectors
CGL
Exposure data will be available soon
HBNK
Financials
99.99%
As of April 24, 2026
Top 10 Holdings
CGL
Exposure data will be available soon
HBNK
ROYAL BK CANADA
17.11%
TORONTO DOMINION
16.89%
BNS
16.66%
BANK OF MONTREAL
16.52%
CDN IMPERIAL BK
16.47%
NATIONAL BANK OF CANADA
16.34%
Diversification
CGL
Exposure data will be available soon
HBNK
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 6 total
99.99%
Characteristics
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CGL
HBNK
| Provider | iShares | Global X |
| Management | Passively managed | Passively managed |
| Benchmark | LBMA London Gold Market Fixing Price PM Index - USD | Solactive Equal Weight Canada Banks GTR Index - CAD |
| Replication Method | Direct (Physical) | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset Class | Commodity | Equity |
| Dividend Policy | Distributing | Distributing |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 0.00% | 2.91% |
| Meets ESG criteria | No | No |
| Inception Date | May 28, 2009 | July 5, 2023 |
Frequently asked questions about CGL and HBNK
Which ETF has performed better year to date: CGL or HBNK?
As of April 24, 2026, CGL has returned 8.65% year to date, while HBNK has returned 13.13%. HBNK is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: CGL or HBNK?
As of April 24, 2026, CGL manages $2.63 B in assets, while HBNK manages $674.68 M. CGL is the larger fund by AUM.
How are CGL and HBNK managed?
CGL is passively managed by iShares. It tracks the LBMA London Gold Market Fixing Price PM Index - USD benchmark. HBNK 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: CGL or HBNK?
Year to date, CGL has seen +$188.96 M in net flows, compared with -$458.69 M for HBNK. CGL has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of CGL and HBNK compare?
CGL has an expense ratio of 0.55%, while HBNK has an expense ratio of 0.10%.
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