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When evaluating costs, NRGU features a management fee (MER) of 1.15%, compared to 0.65% for HCAL. Performance-wise, NRGU has returned 152.48% year-to-date with -$16 M in net flows, whereas HCAL is at 37.23% 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 | $51.67 M | $983.29 M |
| Management Fees | 1.15% | 0.65% |
| Exp. ratio | 1.64% | 0.82% |
| Tracking Difference | - | - |
Historical performance and flows
As of October 23, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | NRGU | +24.54% | +26.28% | +152.48% | +182.69% | +189.85% |
HCAL | +0.73% | -1.78% | +37.23% | +55.94% | +241.98% | |
| Flows | NRGU | +$0 M | -$7 M | -$16 M | -$26 M | -$54 M |
HCAL | -$20 M | -$74 M | -$65 M | -$57 M | -$96 M |
NRGU vs HCAL exposure
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As of October 23, 2026
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Characteristics
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| Provider | Global X | Hamilton ETFs |
| Management | Passively managed | Passively managed |
| Benchmark | S&P/TSX Capped Energy Total Return Index - CAD | Solactive Equal Weight Canada Banks GTR Index - CAD |
| Replication Method | Other | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset Class | Equity | Equity |
| Dividend Policy | Capitalization | Distributing |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 0.00% | 3.28% |
| Meets ESG criteria | No | No |
| Inception Date | June 18, 2007 | October 14, 2020 |
Frequently asked questions about NRGU and HCAL
Which ETF has performed better year to date: NRGU or HCAL?
As of October 23, 2026, NRGU has returned 152.48% year to date, while HCAL has returned 37.23%. NRGU is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: NRGU or HCAL?
As of October 23, 2026, NRGU manages $51.67 M in assets, while HCAL manages $983.29 M. HCAL is the larger fund by AUM.
How are NRGU and HCAL managed?
NRGU is passively managed by Global X. It tracks the S&P/TSX Capped Energy Total Return Index - CAD benchmark. 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: NRGU or HCAL?
Year to date, NRGU has seen -$16.39 M in net flows, compared with -$65.18 M for HCAL. NRGU has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of NRGU and HCAL compare?
NRGU has an expense ratio of 1.64%, while HCAL has an expense ratio of 0.82%.
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