When evaluating costs, CGL features a management fee (MER) of 0.5%, compared to 0.35% for HUG. Performance-wise, CGL has returned 5.23% year-to-date with -$2 M in net flows, whereas HUG is at 6.64% with -$7 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
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| AuM | $2,106.53 M | $47.25 M |
| Management Fees | 0.50% | 0.35% |
| Exp. ratio | 0.56% | 0.35% |
| Tracking Difference | - | - |
Historical performance and flows
As of October 13, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | CGL | -2.61% | +2.38% | -5.23% | -1.66% | +104.99% |
HUG | -3.91% | +3.05% | -6.64% | -3.21% | +95.99% | |
| Flows | CGL | +$32 M | +$108 M | -$2 M | +$18 M | +$587 M |
HUG | +$0 M | -$3 M | -$7 M | -$19 M | +$2 M |
CGL vs HUG exposure
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As of October 13, 2026
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Characteristics
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CGL
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| Provider | iShares | Global X |
| Management | Passively managed | Passively managed |
| Benchmark | LBMA London Gold Market Fixing Price PM Index - USD | Solactive Gold Front Month MD Rolling Futures Index ER - USD |
| Replication Method | Direct (Physical) | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset Class | Commodity | Commodity |
| Dividend Policy | Distributing | Capitalization |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Meets ESG criteria | No | No |
| Inception Date | May 28, 2009 | June 24, 2009 |
Frequently asked questions about CGL and HUG
Which ETF has performed better year to date: CGL or HUG?
As of October 13, 2026, CGL has returned -5.23% year to date, while HUG has returned -6.64%. CGL is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: CGL or HUG?
As of October 13, 2026, CGL manages $2.11 B in assets, while HUG manages $47.25 M. CGL is the larger fund by AUM.
How are CGL and HUG managed?
CGL is passively managed by iShares. It tracks the LBMA London Gold Market Fixing Price PM Index - USD benchmark. HUG is passively managed by Global X. It tracks the Solactive Gold Front Month MD Rolling Futures Index ER - USD benchmark.
Which ETF is attracting more investor flows: CGL or HUG?
Year to date, CGL has seen -$1.77 M in net flows, compared with -$6.57 M for HUG. CGL has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of CGL and HUG compare?
CGL has an expense ratio of 0.56%, while HUG has an expense ratio of 0.35%.
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