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When evaluating costs, NSSB features a management fee (MER) of 0.25%, compared to 0.09% for HBNK. Performance-wise, NSSB has returned 0.37% year-to-date with -$1 M in net flows, whereas HBNK is at 15.19% with -$448 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
Compare
NSSB
HBNK
| AuM | $47.06 M | $696.23 M |
| Management Fees | 0.25% | 0.09% |
| Exp. ratio | 0.28% | 0.10% |
| Tracking Difference | - | -0.43% |
Historical performance and flows
As of May 8, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | NSSB | -0.01% | -0.81% | -0.37% | +1.61% | +14.51% |
HBNK | +7.86% | +10.17% | +15.19% | +64.90% | - | |
| Flows | NSSB | +$0 M | -$1 M | -$1 M | +$1 M | +$2 M |
HBNK | -$205 M | -$383 M | -$448 M | -$704 M | - |
NSSB vs HBNK exposure
Countries
NSSB
Exposure data will be available soon
HBNK
Canada
99.99%
Sectors
NSSB
Exposure data will be available soon
HBNK
Financials
99.99%
As of May 8, 2026
Top 10 Holdings
NSSB
Exposure data will be available soon
HBNK
ROYAL BK CANADA
17.11%
TORONTO DOMINION
16.89%
BNS
16.66%
BANK OF MONTREAL
16.52%
CDN IMPERIAL BK
16.47%
NATIONAL BANK OF CANADA
16.34%
Diversification
NSSB
Exposure data will be available soon
HBNK
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 6 total
99.99%
Characteristics
Compare
NSSB
HBNK
| Provider | National Bank Investments | Global X |
| Management | Actively managed | Passively managed |
| Benchmark | - | Solactive Equal Weight Canada Banks GTR Index - CAD |
| Replication Method | Direct (Physical) | |
| Asset Class | Fixed Income | Equity |
| Dividend Policy | Distributing | Distributing |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 1.27% | 2.88% |
| Meets ESG criteria | Yes | No |
| Inception Date | January 20, 2022 | July 5, 2023 |
Frequently asked questions about NSSB and HBNK
Which ETF has performed better year to date: NSSB or HBNK?
As of May 8, 2026, NSSB has returned -0.37% year to date, while HBNK has returned 15.19%. HBNK is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: NSSB or HBNK?
As of May 8, 2026, NSSB manages $47.06 M in assets, while HBNK manages $696.23 M. HBNK is the larger fund by AUM.
How are NSSB and HBNK managed?
NSSB is actively managed by National Bank Investments. It does not track an index. HBNK is passively managed by Global X. It tracks the Solactive Equal Weight Canada Banks GTR Index - CAD benchmark.
Which ETF is attracting more investor flows: NSSB or HBNK?
Year to date, NSSB has seen -$0.52 M in net flows, compared with -$448.08 M for HBNK. NSSB has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of NSSB and HBNK compare?
NSSB has an expense ratio of 0.28%, while HBNK has an expense ratio of 0.10%.
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