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When evaluating costs, HYLD features a management fee (MER) of 0.65%, compared to 0.65% for HCAL. Performance-wise, HYLD has returned 17.53% year-to-date with +$192 M in net flows, whereas HCAL is at 41.31% with -$65 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 | $1,231.59 M | $1,012.54 M |
| Management Fees | 0.65% | 0.65% |
| Exp. ratio | 1.00% | 0.82% |
| Tracking Difference | - | - |
Historical performance and flows
As of October 28, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | HYLD | -0.69% | +6.52% | +17.53% | +17.13% | +102.31% |
HCAL | +2.32% | -1.60% | +41.31% | +57.10% | +252.26% | |
| Flows | HYLD | +$24 M | +$44 M | +$192 M | +$240 M | +$579 M |
HCAL | -$18 M | -$69 M | -$65 M | -$57 M | -$98 M |
HYLD vs HCAL exposure
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As of October 28, 2026
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Characteristics
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HYLD
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| Provider | Hamilton ETFs | Hamilton ETFs |
| Management | Actively managed | Passively managed |
| Benchmark | - | Solactive Equal Weight Canada Banks GTR Index - CAD |
| Replication Method | - | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset Class | Equity | Equity |
| Dividend Policy | Distributing | Distributing |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 11.96% | 3.19% |
| Meets ESG criteria | No | No |
| Inception Date | February 4, 2022 | October 14, 2020 |
Frequently asked questions about HYLD and HCAL
Which ETF has performed better year to date: HYLD or HCAL?
As of October 28, 2026, HYLD has returned 17.53% year to date, while HCAL has returned 41.31%. HCAL is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: HYLD or HCAL?
As of October 28, 2026, HYLD manages $1.23 B in assets, while HCAL manages $1.01 B. HYLD is the larger fund by AUM.
How are HYLD and HCAL managed?
HYLD is actively managed by Hamilton ETFs. It does not track an index. HCAL is passively managed by Hamilton ETFs. It tracks the Solactive Equal Weight Canada Banks GTR Index - CAD benchmark.
Which ETF is attracting more investor flows: HYLD or HCAL?
Year to date, HYLD has seen +$192.44 M in net flows, compared with -$65.17 M for HCAL. HYLD has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of HYLD and HCAL compare?
HYLD has an expense ratio of 1.00%, while HCAL has an expense ratio of 0.82%.
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