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When evaluating costs, FCUL features a management fee (MER) of 0.35%, compared to 0.11% for HXS. Performance-wise, FCUL has returned 14.45% year-to-date with +$859 M in net flows, whereas HXS is at 14.76% with +$521 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 | $2,390.79 M | $7,030.39 M |
| Management Fees | 0.35% | 0.11% |
| Exp. ratio | 0.39% | 0.11% |
| Tracking Difference | -0.69% | -0.47% |
Historical performance and flows
As of October 22, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | FCUL | +5.08% | +4.76% | +14.45% | +11.00% | +55.52% |
HXS | -1.67% | +1.78% | +14.76% | +15.21% | +90.23% | |
| Flows | FCUL | +$71 M | +$186 M | +$859 M | +$1,076 M | +$1,997 M |
HXS | -$68 M | -$578 M | +$521 M | +$949 M | +$2,482 M |
FCUL vs HXS exposure
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As of October 22, 2026
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Characteristics
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| Provider | Fidelity | Global X |
| Management | Passively managed | Passively managed |
| Benchmark | Fidelity Canada U.S. Low Volatility GTR Index - CAD | S&P 500 CAD Total Return Index - CAD |
| Replication Method | Direct (Physical) | Indirect |
| Asset Class | Equity | Equity |
| Dividend Policy | Distributing | Capitalization |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 1.40% | 0.00% |
| Meets ESG criteria | No | No |
| Inception Date | January 24, 2019 | November 30, 2010 |
Frequently asked questions about FCUL and HXS
Which ETF has performed better year to date: FCUL or HXS?
As of October 22, 2026, FCUL has returned 14.45% year to date, while HXS has returned 14.76%. HXS is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: FCUL or HXS?
As of October 22, 2026, FCUL manages $2.39 B in assets, while HXS manages $7.03 B. HXS is the larger fund by AUM.
How are FCUL and HXS managed?
FCUL is passively managed by Fidelity. It tracks the Fidelity Canada U.S. Low Volatility GTR Index - CAD benchmark. HXS is passively managed by Global X. It tracks the S&P 500 CAD Total Return Index - CAD benchmark.
Which ETF is attracting more investor flows: FCUL or HXS?
Year to date, FCUL has seen +$859.17 M in net flows, compared with +$521.30 M for HXS. FCUL has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of FCUL and HXS compare?
FCUL has an expense ratio of 0.39%, while HXS has an expense ratio of 0.11%.
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