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Global X Big Data & Hardware Index ETF (HBGD) and Global X Artificial Intelligence Semiconductor Index ETF (CHPS) offer distinct profiles for Canadian ETF investors. A direct comparison shows that HBGD focuses its top 3 sector exposures on Information Technology, Real Estate, and Financials, while CHPS leans towards Information Technology. When evaluating costs, HBGD features a management fee (MER) of 0.59%, compared to 0.64% for CHPS. Performance-wise, HBGD has returned 33.7% year-to-date with -$3 M in net flows, whereas CHPS is at 33.96% with +$47 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
Compare
HBGD
CHPS
| AuM | $44.87 M | $261.34 M |
| Management Fees | 0.59% | 0.64% |
| Exp. ratio | 0.65% | 0.66% |
| Tracking Difference | - | - |
Historical performance and flows
As of April 24, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | HBGD | +22.05% | +16.17% | +33.70% | +143.87% | +303.43% |
CHPS | +23.90% | +22.49% | +33.96% | +126.05% | +228.83% | |
| Flows | HBGD | +$0 M | -$4 M | -$3 M | +$2 M | +$5 M |
CHPS | +$20 M | +$33 M | +$47 M | +$67 M | +$96 M |
HBGD vs CHPS exposure
Countries
HBGD
USA
50.96%
Taiwan
18.94%
Cayman Islands
7.23%
Other
22.87%
CHPS
USA
99.85%
Sectors
HBGD
Information Technology
71.95%
Other
19.70%
Other
8.35%
CHPS
Information Technology
63.13%
Other
36.87%
As of April 24, 2026
Top 10 Holdings
HBGD
MACRONIX
4.70%
DELL TECHNOLOGIES INC
3.28%
US0420682058
3.25%
WESTERN DIGITAL
3.24%
SEAGATE TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS PLC
3.09%
EQUINIX INC COMMON STOCK REIT
2.95%
OVH GROUPE SAS
2.76%
DIGITAL REALTY REIT
2.74%
LATTICE SEMICONDUCTOR
2.63%
IBIDEN
2.62%
CHPS
NVIDIA
20.57%
US8740391003
16.02%
BROADCOM LIMITED
15.18%
USN070592100
11.36%
ADVANCED MICRO DEVICES
7.25%
APPLIED MATERIAL
5.93%
US5128073062
5.83%
KLA CORPORATION
4.21%
US0420682058
3.51%
QUALCOMM
3.00%
Diversification
HBGD
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 47 total
31.26%
CHPS
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 18 total
92.86%
Characteristics
Compare
HBGD
CHPS
| Provider | Global X | Global X |
| Management | Passively managed | Passively managed |
| Benchmark | Solactive Big Data & Hardware NTR Index - USD | PHLX US AI Semiconductor Index - USD |
| Replication Method | Direct (Physical) | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset Class | Equity | Equity |
| Dividend Policy | Distributing | Distributing |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 0.29% | 0.01% |
| Meets ESG criteria | No | No |
| Inception Date | June 21, 2018 | June 22, 2021 |
Frequently asked questions about HBGD and CHPS
Which ETF has performed better year to date: HBGD or CHPS?
As of April 24, 2026, HBGD has returned 33.70% year to date, while CHPS has returned 33.96%. CHPS is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: HBGD or CHPS?
As of April 24, 2026, HBGD manages $44.87 M in assets, while CHPS manages $261.34 M. CHPS is the larger fund by AUM.
How are HBGD and CHPS managed?
HBGD is passively managed by Global X. It tracks the Solactive Big Data & Hardware NTR Index - USD benchmark. CHPS is passively managed by Global X. It tracks the PHLX US AI Semiconductor Index - USD benchmark.
What sectors do HBGD and CHPS emphasize?
HBGD is most exposed to Information Technology, Real Estate, and Financials. CHPS is most exposed to Information Technology.
Which ETF is attracting more investor flows: HBGD or CHPS?
Year to date, HBGD has seen -$2.84 M in net flows, compared with +$47.03 M for CHPS. CHPS has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of HBGD and CHPS compare?
HBGD has an expense ratio of 0.65%, while CHPS has an expense ratio of 0.66%.
What are the top holdings of HBGD and CHPS?
HBGD's largest holdings include MACRONIX and DELL TECHNOLOGIES INC. CHPS's top holdings include NVIDIA and BROADCOM LIMITED.
Which ETF is more diversified: HBGD or CHPS?
HBGD holds 39 securities, while CHPS holds 15. On holdings count, HBGD is the more diversified portfolio.
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