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When evaluating costs, NSSB features a management fee (MER) of 0.25%, compared to 0.05% for XIC. Performance-wise, NSSB has returned 0.37% year-to-date with -$1 M in net flows, whereas XIC is at 7.53% with +$5 B. 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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NSSB
XIC
| AuM | $47.06 M | $28,819.35 M |
| Management Fees | 0.25% | 0.05% |
| Exp. ratio | 0.28% | 0.06% |
| Tracking Difference | - | -0.12% |
Historical performance and flows
As of May 7, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | NSSB | -0.01% | -0.81% | -0.37% | +1.61% | +14.51% |
XIC | +1.99% | +3.10% | +7.53% | +37.76% | +79.01% | |
| Flows | NSSB | +$0 M | -$1 M | -$1 M | +$1 M | +$2 M |
XIC | +$1,153 M | +$3,786 M | +$5,224 M | +$7,776 M | +$11,193 M |
NSSB vs XIC exposure
Countries
NSSB
Exposure data will be available soon
XIC
Canada
98.95%
Sectors
NSSB
Exposure data will be available soon
XIC
Financials
28.13%
Energy
18.01%
Materials
15.92%
Other
13.03%
Other
24.92%
As of May 7, 2026
Top 10 Holdings
NSSB
Exposure data will be available soon
XIC
ROYAL BK CANADA
6.69%
TORONTO DOMINION
4.64%
SHOPIFY SUBORDINATE VOTING
4.31%
ENBRIDGE
3.50%
AGNICO EAGLE MINES LTD
3.01%
CDN NATURAL RESOURCE
3.01%
BANK OF MONTREAL
2.83%
CA11271J1075
2.65%
CDN IMPERIAL BK
2.61%
BNS
2.53%
Diversification
NSSB
Exposure data will be available soon
XIC
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 221 total
35.80%
Characteristics
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NSSB
XIC
| Provider | National Bank Investments | iShares |
| Management | Actively managed | Passively managed |
| Benchmark | - | S&P/TSX Capped Composite Total Return Index - CAD |
| Replication Method | Direct (Physical) | |
| Asset Class | Fixed Income | Equity |
| Dividend Policy | Distributing | Distributing |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 1.27% | 2.08% |
| Meets ESG criteria | Yes | No |
| Inception Date | January 20, 2022 | February 16, 2001 |
Frequently asked questions about NSSB and XIC
Which ETF has performed better year to date: NSSB or XIC?
As of May 7, 2026, NSSB has returned -0.37% year to date, while XIC has returned 7.53%. XIC is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: NSSB or XIC?
As of May 7, 2026, NSSB manages $47.06 M in assets, while XIC manages $28.82 B. XIC is the larger fund by AUM.
How are NSSB and XIC managed?
NSSB is actively managed by National Bank Investments. It does not track an index. XIC is passively managed by iShares. It tracks the S&P/TSX Capped Composite Total Return Index - CAD benchmark.
Which ETF is attracting more investor flows: NSSB or XIC?
Year to date, NSSB has seen -$0.52 M in net flows, compared with +$5,224.13 M for XIC. XIC has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of NSSB and XIC compare?
NSSB has an expense ratio of 0.28%, while XIC has an expense ratio of 0.06%.
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