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When evaluating costs, NSGE features a management fee (MER) of 0.74%, compared to 0.45% for FCIQ. Performance-wise, NSGE has returned 6.23% year-to-date with -$219 M in net flows, whereas FCIQ is at 18.74% with +$568 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 | $75.82 M | $2,131.61 M |
| Management Fees | 0.74% | 0.45% |
| Exp. ratio | 0.72% | 0.51% |
| Tracking Difference | - | -0.88% |
Historical performance and flows
As of November 11, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | NSGE | -0.31% | +0.45% | +6.23% | +1.51% | +29.47% |
FCIQ | +0.91% | -0.19% | +18.74% | +16.90% | +64.88% | |
| Flows | NSGE | +$0 M | +$0 M | -$219 M | -$410 M | -$503 M |
FCIQ | +$51 M | +$125 M | +$568 M | +$638 M | +$1,269 M |
NSGE vs FCIQ exposure
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As of November 11, 2026
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Characteristics
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| Provider | National Bank Investments | Fidelity |
| Management | Actively managed | Passively managed |
| Benchmark | - | Fidelity Canada International High Quality GTR Index - CAD |
| Replication Method | - | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset Class | Equity | Equity |
| Dividend Policy | Distributing | Distributing |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 0.00% | 1.12% |
| Meets ESG criteria | Yes | No |
| Inception Date | January 23, 2020 | January 24, 2019 |
Frequently asked questions about NSGE and FCIQ
Which ETF has performed better year to date: NSGE or FCIQ?
As of November 11, 2026, NSGE has returned 6.23% year to date, while FCIQ has returned 18.74%. FCIQ is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: NSGE or FCIQ?
As of November 11, 2026, NSGE manages $75.82 M in assets, while FCIQ manages $2.13 B. FCIQ is the larger fund by AUM.
How are NSGE and FCIQ managed?
NSGE is actively managed by National Bank Investments. It does not track an index. FCIQ is passively managed by Fidelity. It tracks the Fidelity Canada International High Quality GTR Index - CAD benchmark.
Which ETF is attracting more investor flows: NSGE or FCIQ?
Year to date, NSGE has seen -$219.12 M in net flows, compared with +$567.59 M for FCIQ. FCIQ has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of NSGE and FCIQ compare?
NSGE has an expense ratio of 0.72%, while FCIQ has an expense ratio of 0.51%.
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