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Global X S&P 500 Index Corporate Class ETF (HXS) and Global X Equal Weight Canadian Banks Index Corporate Class ETF (HEWB) offer distinct profiles for Canadian ETF investors. A direct comparison shows that HXS focuses its top 3 sector exposures on Information Technology, Financials, and Communication Services, while HEWB leans towards Financials. When evaluating costs, HXS features a management fee (MER) of 0.11%, compared to 0.28% for HEWB. Performance-wise, HXS has returned 7.94% year-to-date with +$300 M in net flows, whereas HEWB is at 15.13% with +$12 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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HXS
HEWB
| AuM | $6,392.90 M | $290.50 M |
| Management Fees | 0.11% | 0.28% |
| Exp. ratio | 0.11% | 0.28% |
| Tracking Difference | -0.80% | -0.80% |
Historical performance and flows
As of May 8, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | HXS | +7.86% | +7.36% | +7.94% | +29.23% | +87.78% |
HEWB | +7.89% | +10.14% | +15.13% | +64.53% | +121.30% | |
| Flows | HXS | +$643 M | +$276 M | +$300 M | +$1,138 M | +$1,660 M |
HEWB | +$5 M | +$9 M | +$12 M | +$7 M | -$3 M |
HXS vs HEWB exposure
Countries
HXS
Exposure data will be available soon
HEWB
Canada
99.99%
Sectors
HXS
Exposure data will be available soon
HEWB
Financials
99.99%
As of May 8, 2026
Top 10 Holdings
HXS
Exposure data will be available soon
HEWB
ROYAL BK CANADA
17.10%
TORONTO DOMINION
16.90%
BNS
16.65%
BANK OF MONTREAL
16.51%
CDN IMPERIAL BK
16.48%
NATIONAL BANK OF CANADA
16.35%
Diversification
HXS
Exposure data will be available soon
HEWB
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 6 total
99.99%
Characteristics
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HXS
HEWB
| Provider | Global X | Global X |
| Management | Passively managed | Passively managed |
| Benchmark | S&P 500 CAD Total Return Index - CAD | Solactive Equal Weight Canada Banks GTR Index - CAD |
| Replication Method | Indirect | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset Class | Equity | Equity |
| Dividend Policy | Capitalization | Capitalization |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Meets ESG criteria | No | No |
| Inception Date | November 30, 2010 | January 23, 2019 |
Frequently asked questions about HXS and HEWB
Which ETF has performed better year to date: HXS or HEWB?
As of May 8, 2026, HXS has returned 7.94% year to date, while HEWB has returned 15.13%. HEWB is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: HXS or HEWB?
As of May 8, 2026, HXS manages $6.39 B in assets, while HEWB manages $290.50 M. HXS is the larger fund by AUM.
How are HXS and HEWB managed?
HXS is passively managed by Global X. It tracks the S&P 500 CAD Total Return Index - CAD benchmark. HEWB is passively managed by Global X. It tracks the Solactive Equal Weight Canada Banks GTR Index - CAD benchmark.
What sectors do HXS and HEWB emphasize?
HXS is most exposed to Information Technology, Financials, and Communication Services. HEWB is most exposed to Financials.
Which ETF is attracting more investor flows: HXS or HEWB?
Year to date, HXS has seen +$300.43 M in net flows, compared with +$12.19 M for HEWB. HXS has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of HXS and HEWB compare?
HXS has an expense ratio of 0.11%, while HEWB has an expense ratio of 0.28%.
What are the top holdings of HXS and HEWB?
HXS's largest holdings include NVIDIA, APPLE, and ALPHABET INC-CL. HEWB's top holdings include ROYAL BK CANADA, TORONTO DOMINION, and BNS.
Which ETF is more diversified: HXS or HEWB?
HXS holds 478 securities, while HEWB holds 6. On holdings count, HXS is the more diversified portfolio.
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