When evaluating costs, CGL.C features a management fee (MER) of 0.5%, compared to 0.35% for HUG. Performance-wise, CGL.C has returned 0.79% year-to-date with +$42 M in net flows, whereas HUG is at 5.78% 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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| AuM | $784.67 M | $47.68 M |
| Management Fees | 0.50% | 0.35% |
| Exp. ratio | 0.55% | 0.35% |
| Tracking Difference | - | - |
Historical performance and flows
As of October 9, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | CGL.C | -1.92% | +1.95% | +0.79% | +5.63% | +132.32% |
HUG | -5.38% | +0.62% | -5.78% | +2.40% | +104.83% | |
| Flows | CGL.C | +$0 M | +$26 M | +$42 M | +$67 M | +$223 M |
HUG | +$0 M | -$3 M | -$7 M | -$19 M | +$5 M |
CGL.C vs HUG exposure
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As of October 9, 2026
Top 10 Holdings
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Characteristics
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CGL.C
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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 | No income | Capitalization |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Meets ESG criteria | No | No |
| Inception Date | March 31, 2011 | June 24, 2009 |
Frequently asked questions about CGL.C and HUG
Which ETF has performed better year to date: CGL.C or HUG?
As of October 9, 2026, CGL.C has returned 0.79% year to date, while HUG has returned -5.78%. CGL.C is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: CGL.C or HUG?
As of October 9, 2026, CGL.C manages $784.67 M in assets, while HUG manages $47.68 M. CGL.C is the larger fund by AUM.
How are CGL.C and HUG managed?
CGL.C 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.C or HUG?
Year to date, CGL.C has seen +$42.30 M in net flows, compared with -$6.57 M for HUG. CGL.C has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of CGL.C and HUG compare?
CGL.C has an expense ratio of 0.55%, while HUG has an expense ratio of 0.35%.
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