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When evaluating costs, GCSC features a management fee (MER) of 0.5%, compared to 0.09% for HBNK. Performance-wise, GCSC has returned 4.97% year-to-date with -$0 M in net flows, whereas HBNK is at 15.07% with -$447 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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GCSC
HBNK
| AuM | $19.10 M | $696.43 M |
| Management Fees | 0.50% | 0.09% |
| Exp. ratio | 0.67% | 0.10% |
| Tracking Difference | - | -0.43% |
Historical performance and flows
As of May 7, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | GCSC | +2.40% | +0.91% | +4.97% | +24.54% | +66.78% |
HBNK | +9.63% | +10.05% | +15.07% | +65.74% | - | |
| Flows | GCSC | +$1 M | -$0 M | -$0 M | -$0 M | +$10 M |
HBNK | -$203 M | -$382 M | -$447 M | -$704 M | - |
GCSC vs HBNK exposure
Countries
GCSC
Exposure data will be available soon
HBNK
Canada
99.99%
Sectors
GCSC
Exposure data will be available soon
HBNK
Financials
99.99%
As of May 7, 2026
Top 10 Holdings
GCSC
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
GCSC
Exposure data will be available soon
HBNK
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 6 total
99.99%
Characteristics
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GCSC
HBNK
| Provider | Guardian Capital | Global X |
| Management | Actively managed | Passively managed |
| Benchmark | - | Solactive Equal Weight Canada Banks GTR Index - CAD |
| Replication Method | Direct (Physical) | |
| Asset Class | Equity | Equity |
| Dividend Policy | Distributing | Distributing |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 1.32% | 2.88% |
| Meets ESG criteria | No | No |
| Inception Date | March 31, 2021 | July 5, 2023 |
Frequently asked questions about GCSC and HBNK
Which ETF has performed better year to date: GCSC or HBNK?
As of May 7, 2026, GCSC has returned 4.97% year to date, while HBNK has returned 15.07%. HBNK is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: GCSC or HBNK?
As of May 7, 2026, GCSC manages $19.10 M in assets, while HBNK manages $696.43 M. HBNK is the larger fund by AUM.
How are GCSC and HBNK managed?
GCSC is actively managed by Guardian Capital. It does not track an index. 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: GCSC or HBNK?
Year to date, GCSC has seen -$0.02 M in net flows, compared with -$447.17 M for HBNK. GCSC has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of GCSC and HBNK compare?
GCSC has an expense ratio of 0.67%, while HBNK has an expense ratio of 0.10%.
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