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iShares Global Electric and Autonomous Vehicles Index ETF (XDRV) and BMO Equal Weight Utilities Index ETF (ZUT) offer distinct profiles for Canadian ETF investors. A direct comparison shows that XDRV focuses its top 3 sector exposures on Information Technology, Consumer Discretionary, and Materials, while ZUT leans towards Utilities. When evaluating costs, XDRV features a management fee (MER) of 0.39%, compared to 0.55% for ZUT. Performance-wise, XDRV has returned 34.7% year-to-date with +$0 M in net flows, whereas ZUT is at 19.01% with -$67 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
XDRV
ZUT
| AuM | $7.08 M | $891.48 M |
| Management Fees | 0.39% | 0.55% |
| Exp. ratio | 0.44% | 0.61% |
| Tracking Difference | 0.75% | -0.90% |
Historical performance and flows
As of June 8, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | XDRV | +7.24% | +35.20% | +34.70% | +45.38% | +50.06% |
ZUT | +2.79% | +9.35% | +19.01% | +28.50% | +44.66% | |
| Flows | XDRV | +$0 M | +$0 M | +$0 M | +$0 M | +$0 M |
ZUT | -$4 M | +$16 M | -$67 M | +$134 M | +$240 M |
XDRV vs ZUT exposure
Countries
XDRV
USA
31.02%
Cayman Islands
15.65%
Netherlands
10.85%
Japan
10.70%
China
8.61%
Other
23.17%
ZUT
Canada
85.23%
Bermuda
14.77%
Sectors
XDRV
Information Technology
45.67%
Consumer Discretionary
18.00%
Other
13.94%
Materials
12.64%
Industrials
9.75%
ZUT
Utilities
100.00%
As of June 8, 2026
Top 10 Holdings
XDRV
STMICROELECTRONICS
6.72%
ON SEMICONDUCTOR
5.75%
TEXAS INSTRUMENTS
5.02%
ALBEMARLE
4.97%
INFINEON TECHNOLOGIES
4.94%
RENESAS ELECTRONICS
4.91%
MURATA MFG
4.82%
ANALOG DEVICES
4.65%
NXP SEMICONDUCTORS
4.13%
PILBARA MINERALS
3.35%
ZUT
BORALEX
10.04%
NORTHLAND POWER
8.09%
ALTAGAS
8.08%
BROOKFIELD RENEWABLE PARTNERS
7.87%
ATCO
7.62%
CAPITAL POWER
7.57%
EMERA
7.48%
ALGONQUIN POWER
7.47%
CANADIAN UTILITIES
7.43%
FORTIS
7.23%
Diversification
XDRV
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 49 total
49.26%
ZUT
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 13 total
78.87%
Characteristics
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XDRV
ZUT
| Provider | iShares | BMO |
| Management | Passively managed | Passively managed |
| Benchmark | Morningstar Global Electric & Autonomous Vehicles Select Index - CAD | Solactive Equal Weight Canada Utilities Total Return Index - CAD |
| Replication Method | Direct (Physical) | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset Class | Equity | Equity |
| Dividend Policy | Distributing | Distributing |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 2.33% | 2.80% |
| Meets ESG criteria | Yes | No |
| Inception Date | February 7, 2023 | January 19, 2010 |
Frequently asked questions about XDRV and ZUT
Which ETF has performed better year to date: XDRV or ZUT?
As of June 8, 2026, XDRV has returned 34.70% year to date, while ZUT has returned 19.01%. XDRV is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: XDRV or ZUT?
As of June 8, 2026, XDRV manages $7.08 M in assets, while ZUT manages $891.48 M. ZUT is the larger fund by AUM.
How are XDRV and ZUT managed?
XDRV is passively managed by iShares. It tracks the Morningstar Global Electric & Autonomous Vehicles Select Index - CAD benchmark. ZUT is passively managed by BMO. It tracks the Solactive Equal Weight Canada Utilities Total Return Index - CAD benchmark.
What sectors do XDRV and ZUT emphasize?
XDRV is most exposed to Information Technology, Consumer Discretionary, and Materials. ZUT is most exposed to Utilities.
Which ETF is attracting more investor flows: XDRV or ZUT?
Year to date, XDRV has seen +$0.00 M in net flows, compared with -$67.36 M for ZUT. XDRV has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of XDRV and ZUT compare?
XDRV has an expense ratio of 0.44%, while ZUT has an expense ratio of 0.61%.
What are the top holdings of XDRV and ZUT?
XDRV's largest holdings include STMICROELECTRONICS and ON SEMICONDUCTOR. ZUT's top holdings include BORALEX, NORTHLAND POWER, and ALTAGAS.
Which ETF is more diversified: XDRV or ZUT?
XDRV holds 35 securities, while ZUT holds 13. On holdings count, XDRV is the more diversified portfolio.
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