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When evaluating costs, GIUS features a management fee (MER) of 0.55%, compared to 0.11% for HXS. Performance-wise, GIUS has returned 12.61% year-to-date with +$1 M in net flows, whereas HXS is at 16% with +$510 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 | $20.30 M | $7,095.16 M |
| Management Fees | 0.55% | 0.11% |
| Exp. ratio | 0.69% | 0.11% |
| Tracking Difference | - | -0.47% |
Historical performance and flows
As of October 19, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | GIUS | -0.23% | +3.18% | +12.61% | +10.33% | +97.93% |
HXS | -0.40% | +3.79% | +16.00% | +15.46% | +89.25% | |
| Flows | GIUS | -$0 M | +$0 M | +$1 M | +$1 M | +$10 M |
HXS | -$124 M | -$590 M | +$510 M | +$938 M | +$2,447 M |
GIUS vs HXS exposure
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As of October 19, 2026
Top 10 Holdings
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Characteristics
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| Provider | Guardian Capital | Global X |
| Management | Actively managed | Passively managed |
| Benchmark | - | S&P 500 CAD Total Return Index - CAD |
| Replication Method | - | Indirect |
| Asset Class | Equity | Equity |
| Dividend Policy | Distributing | Capitalization |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Meets ESG criteria | No | No |
| Inception Date | August 11, 2020 | November 30, 2010 |
Frequently asked questions about GIUS and HXS
Which ETF has performed better year to date: GIUS or HXS?
As of October 19, 2026, GIUS has returned 12.61% year to date, while HXS has returned 16.00%. HXS is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: GIUS or HXS?
As of October 19, 2026, GIUS manages $20.30 M in assets, while HXS manages $7.10 B. HXS is the larger fund by AUM.
How are GIUS and HXS managed?
GIUS is actively managed by Guardian Capital. It does not track an index. 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: GIUS or HXS?
Year to date, GIUS has seen +$0.99 M in net flows, compared with +$510.07 M for HXS. HXS has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of GIUS and HXS compare?
GIUS has an expense ratio of 0.69%, while HXS has an expense ratio of 0.11%.
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