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Global X Nasdaq-100 Index Corporate Class ETF (HXQ) and iShares Core S&P/TSX Capped Composite Index ETF (XIC) offer distinct profiles for Canadian ETF investors. A direct comparison shows that HXQ focuses its top 3 sector exposures on Information Technology, Communication Services, and Consumer Discretionary, while XIC leans towards Financials, Energy, and Materials. When evaluating costs, HXQ features a management fee (MER) of 0.28%, compared to 0.05% for XIC. Performance-wise, HXQ has returned 8.74% year-to-date with +$65 M in net flows, whereas XIC is at 7.87% with +$5 B. 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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HXQ
XIC
| AuM | $1,512.61 M | $28,822.16 M |
| Management Fees | 0.28% | 0.05% |
| Exp. ratio | 0.28% | 0.06% |
| Tracking Difference | - | -0.12% |
Historical performance and flows
As of April 30, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | HXQ | +12.90% | +7.09% | +8.74% | +37.88% | +112.37% |
XIC | +6.57% | +6.98% | +7.87% | +39.98% | +79.31% | |
| Flows | HXQ | +$16 M | +$35 M | +$65 M | +$171 M | +$137 M |
XIC | +$1,151 M | +$4,154 M | +$5,138 M | +$7,659 M | +$11,101 M |
HXQ vs XIC exposure
Countries
HXQ
Exposure data will be available soon
XIC
Canada
98.95%
Sectors
HXQ
Exposure data will be available soon
XIC
Financials
28.13%
Energy
18.01%
Materials
15.92%
Other
13.03%
Other
24.92%
As of April 30, 2026
Top 10 Holdings
HXQ
Exposure data will be available soon
XIC
ROYAL BK CANADA
6.69%
TORONTO DOMINION
4.64%
SHOPIFY SUBORDINATE VOTING
4.31%
ENBRIDGE
3.50%
AGNICO EAGLE MINES LTD
3.01%
CDN NATURAL RESOURCE
3.01%
BANK OF MONTREAL
2.83%
CA11271J1075
2.65%
CDN IMPERIAL BK
2.61%
BNS
2.53%
Diversification
HXQ
Exposure data will be available soon
XIC
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 221 total
35.80%
Characteristics
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HXQ
XIC
| Provider | Global X | iShares |
| Management | Passively managed | Passively managed |
| Benchmark | NASDAQ-100 Total Return Index - USD | S&P/TSX Capped Composite Total Return Index - CAD |
| Replication Method | Indirect | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset Class | Equity | Equity |
| Dividend Policy | Capitalization | Distributing |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 0.00% | 2.08% |
| Meets ESG criteria | No | No |
| Inception Date | April 19, 2016 | February 16, 2001 |
Frequently asked questions about HXQ and XIC
Which ETF has performed better year to date: HXQ or XIC?
As of April 30, 2026, HXQ has returned 8.74% year to date, while XIC has returned 7.87%. HXQ is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: HXQ or XIC?
As of April 30, 2026, HXQ manages $1.51 B in assets, while XIC manages $28.82 B. XIC is the larger fund by AUM.
How are HXQ and XIC managed?
HXQ is passively managed by Global X. It tracks the NASDAQ-100 Total Return Index - USD benchmark. XIC is passively managed by iShares. It tracks the S&P/TSX Capped Composite Total Return Index - CAD benchmark.
What sectors do HXQ and XIC emphasize?
HXQ is most exposed to Information Technology, Communication Services, and Consumer Discretionary. XIC is most exposed to Financials, Energy, and Materials.
Which ETF is attracting more investor flows: HXQ or XIC?
Year to date, HXQ has seen +$65.41 M in net flows, compared with +$5,138.12 M for XIC. XIC has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of HXQ and XIC compare?
HXQ has an expense ratio of 0.28%, while XIC has an expense ratio of 0.06%.
What are the top holdings of HXQ and XIC?
HXQ's largest holdings include NVIDIA, APPLE, and ALPHABET INC-CL. XIC's top holdings include ROYAL BK CANADA and TORONTO DOMINION.
Which ETF is more diversified: HXQ or XIC?
HXQ holds 93 securities, while XIC holds 193. On holdings count, XIC is the more diversified portfolio.
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