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When evaluating costs, GLDX features a management fee (MER) of 0.4%, compared to 0.55% for ZUT. Performance-wise, GLDX has returned 3.48% year-to-date with -$5 M in net flows, whereas ZUT is at 21.45% with -$123 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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GLDX
ZUT
| AuM | $230.64 M | $853.82 M |
| Management Fees | 0.40% | 0.55% |
| Exp. ratio | 0.50% | 0.61% |
| Tracking Difference | -0.58% | -0.90% |
Historical performance and flows
As of June 22, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | GLDX | -2.81% | -0.49% | -3.48% | +65.83% | - |
ZUT | +1.96% | +11.07% | +21.45% | +29.99% | +57.79% | |
| Flows | GLDX | +$9 M | +$11 M | -$5 M | -$39 M | - |
ZUT | -$48 M | -$49 M | -$123 M | -$21 M | +$184 M |
GLDX vs ZUT exposure
Countries
GLDX
Exposure data will be available soon
ZUT
Canada
83.77%
Bermuda
16.23%
Sectors
GLDX
Exposure data will be available soon
ZUT
Utilities
100.00%
As of June 22, 2026
Top 10 Holdings
GLDX
Exposure data will be available soon
ZUT
BORALEX
9.57%
BROOKFIELD RENEWABLE PARTNERS
8.77%
ALTAGAS
8.20%
CAPITAL POWER
8.05%
TRANSALTA
7.83%
NORTHLAND POWER
7.73%
BROOKFIELD INFRASTRUCTURE PARTNERS LP UNIT
7.46%
CANADIAN UTILITIES
7.33%
ATCO
7.25%
EMERA
7.16%
Diversification
GLDX
Exposure data will be available soon
ZUT
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 13 total
79.35%
Characteristics
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GLDX
ZUT
| Provider | Global X | BMO |
| Management | Passively managed | Passively managed |
| Benchmark | Mirae Asset North American Listed Gold Producers NTR Index - CAD | Solactive Equal Weight Canada Utilities Total Return Index - CAD |
| Replication Method | Direct (Physical) | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset Class | Equity | Equity |
| Dividend Policy | Distributing | Distributing |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 1.01% | 2.74% |
| Meets ESG criteria | No | No |
| Inception Date | November 7, 2024 | January 19, 2010 |
Frequently asked questions about GLDX and ZUT
Which ETF has performed better year to date: GLDX or ZUT?
As of June 22, 2026, GLDX has returned -3.48% year to date, while ZUT has returned 21.45%. ZUT is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: GLDX or ZUT?
As of June 22, 2026, GLDX manages $230.64 M in assets, while ZUT manages $853.82 M. ZUT is the larger fund by AUM.
How are GLDX and ZUT managed?
GLDX is passively managed by Global X. It tracks the Mirae Asset North American Listed Gold Producers NTR Index - CAD benchmark. ZUT is passively managed by BMO. It tracks the Solactive Equal Weight Canada Utilities Total Return Index - CAD benchmark.
Which ETF is attracting more investor flows: GLDX or ZUT?
Year to date, GLDX has seen -$4.52 M in net flows, compared with -$122.59 M for ZUT. GLDX has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of GLDX and ZUT compare?
GLDX has an expense ratio of 0.50%, while ZUT has an expense ratio of 0.61%.
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