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When evaluating costs, GCTB features a management fee (MER) of 0.12%, compared to 0.2% for HSAV. Performance-wise, GCTB has returned 1.82% year-to-date with -$8 M in net flows, whereas HSAV is at 1.56% with +$0 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 | $240.23 M | $1,937.64 M |
| Management Fees | 0.12% | 0.20% |
| Exp. ratio | 0.16% | 0.20% |
| Tracking Difference | - | - |
Historical performance and flows
As of November 5, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | GCTB | +0.19% | +0.54% | +1.82% | +2.18% | +10.61% |
HSAV | +0.16% | +0.46% | +1.56% | +1.83% | +9.33% | |
| Flows | GCTB | +$16 M | +$7 M | -$8 M | -$18 M | +$193 M |
HSAV | +$0 M | +$0 M | +$0 M | +$0 M | -$433 M |
GCTB vs HSAV exposure
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As of November 5, 2026
Top 10 Holdings
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Characteristics
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GCTB
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| Provider | Guardian Capital | Global X |
| Management | Actively managed | Actively managed |
| Benchmark | - | - |
| Replication Method | - | - |
| Asset Class | Fixed Income | Fixed Income |
| Dividend Policy | Distributing | Capitalization |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 2.14% | 0.00% |
| Meets ESG criteria | No | No |
| Inception Date | June 26, 2023 | February 6, 2020 |
Frequently asked questions about GCTB and HSAV
Which ETF has performed better year to date: GCTB or HSAV?
As of November 5, 2026, GCTB has returned 1.82% year to date, while HSAV has returned 1.56%. GCTB is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: GCTB or HSAV?
As of November 5, 2026, GCTB manages $240.23 M in assets, while HSAV manages $1.94 B. HSAV is the larger fund by AUM.
How are GCTB and HSAV managed?
GCTB is actively managed by Guardian Capital. It does not track an index. HSAV is actively managed by Global X. It does not track an index.
Which ETF is attracting more investor flows: GCTB or HSAV?
Year to date, GCTB has seen -$7.84 M in net flows, compared with +$0.00 M for HSAV. HSAV has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of GCTB and HSAV compare?
GCTB has an expense ratio of 0.16%, while HSAV has an expense ratio of 0.20%.
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