A side-by-side comparison of BMO Equal Weight US Health Care Hedged to CAD Index ETF (ZUH) and Harvest Healthcare Leaders Income ETF (HHL) to help Canadian investors make an informed decision.
1-Year Performance
Normalised to 100 at the start — shows relative return over the trailing 12 months.
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Metric | ZUH | HHL |
|---|---|---|
| YTD Return | +13.19%✓ | -1.17% |
| 1-Day Change | -1.53% | -1.17%✓ |
| 1-Week Change | +2.26%✓ | +1.87% |
| 1-Month Change | +8.28%✓ | +7.77% |
| Current Price | $78.61 | $7.63 |
| AUM | $188M | $1.93B✓ |
| MER (Expense Ratio) | 0% | 0% |
| Dividend Yield | 0.51% | 9.96%✓ |
| Distribution Frequency | Annually | |
| Inception Date | 2010-05-19 | 2014-12-18 |
| Holdings Count | 10 | 10 |
| MorningStar Rating | ★★ | ★★★ |
| Category | Healthcare Equity | Healthcare Equity |
| Beta | 1.05 | 0.95 |
| 52-Week High | $80.00 | $7.75 |
| 52-Week Low | $62.16 | $6.40 |
| 50-Day MA | $73.40 | $7.21 |
| 200-Day MA | $69.75 | $7.34 |
✓ marks the better value for return/yield/AUM metrics. Lower ✓ for MER.
Annualised Returns
| Period | ZUH | HHL |
|---|---|---|
| YTD | +13.19%✓ | -1.17% |
| 1 Year | +23.75%✓ | +14.84% |
| 3 Year | +6.09% | +7.88%✓ |
| 5 Year | -0.96% | +6.21%✓ |
| 10 Year | +6.96% | +7.52%✓ |
| 1Y Volatility | 14.06% | 13.39% |
| Sharpe Ratio (3Y) | — | 0.23 |
Past performance is not a guarantee of future results.
Top 10 Holdings
| 1 | HUM | Humana Inc | 2.63% |
| 2 | RVMD | Revolution Medicines Inc | 2.20% |
| 3 | GH | Guardant Health Inc | 1.96% |
| 4 | DVA | DaVita HealthCare Partners Inc | 1.82% |
| 5 | ILMN | Illumina Inc | 1.81% |
| 6 | CNC | Centene Corp | 1.79% |
| 7 | UNH | UnitedHealth Group Incorporated | 1.78% |
| 8 | WST | West Pharmaceutical Services Inc | 1.72% |
| 9 | JAZZ | Jazz Pharmaceuticals PLC | 1.63% |
| 10 | NBIX | Neurocrine Biosciences Inc | 1.59% |
| 1 | REGN | Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc | 5.34% |
| 2 | BSX | Boston Scientific Corp | 5.14% |
| 3 | BMY | Bristol-Myers Squibb Company | 5.10% |
| 4 | TMO | Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc | 5.00% |
| 5 | MRK | Merck & Company Inc | 4.99% |
| 6 | ELV | Elevance Health Inc | 4.99% |
| 7 | AMGN | Amgen Inc | 4.95% |
| 8 | A | Agilent Technologies Inc | 4.95% |
| 9 | ISRG | Intuitive Surgical Inc | 4.94% |
| 10 | UNH | UnitedHealth Group Incorporated | 4.94% |
Sector Weights
| Sector | ZUH | HHL |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Materials | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Communication Services | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Consumer Cyclicals | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Consumer Defensive | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Energy | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Financial Services | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Healthcare | 100.00% | 100.00% |
| Industrials | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Real Estate | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Technology | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Utilities | 0.00% | 0.00% |
About ZUH
BMO Equal Weight US Health Care Hedged to CAD Index ETF (ZUH.TO) is a Canadian-listed ETF traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange. More detailed information will be available soon.
About HHL
US healthcare companies combine innovation with consistent demand. We all need healthcare, especially as the developed world ages and the developing world gets richer. Healthcare companies create value from new drugs, treatments, and technologies. HHL offers steady income and growth opportunities from large-cap US healthcare leaders.
Which ETF is Right for You?
Both ZUH and HHL are listed on Canadian exchanges and accessible through most Canadian brokerages including Questrade, Wealthsimple Trade, TD Direct, and Interactive Brokers.
Based on the available data, HHL scores higher across our tracked metrics including YTD performance, dividend yield, and AUM — though both ETFs warrant individual research before investing.
- Consider your account type (TFSA, RRSP, non-registered) as it can affect dividend taxation.
- Compare management expense ratios (MER) directly on each provider's website.
- Look at average daily trading volume to assess liquidity.
- Review the fund's underlying index and holdings to ensure the exposure matches your goals.
This is not financial advice. Always do your own research or consult a licensed financial advisor before investing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ZUH and HHL?
ZUH (BMO Equal Weight US Health Care Hedged to CAD Index ETF) and HHL (Harvest Healthcare Leaders Income ETF) are both Canadian-listed ETFs. Key differences include their AUM ($188M vs $1.93B), dividend yield (0.51% vs 9.96%), and year-to-date performance (+13.19% vs -1.17%).
Is ZUH better than HHL?
There is no single "better" ETF — it depends on your investment goals. If you prioritise recent performance, ZUH has outperformed year-to-date. Always review the fund's prospectus and consider your tax situation.
Can I buy ZUH and HHL on Wealthsimple?
Most Canadian-listed ETFs are available on Wealthsimple Trade commission-free. Both ZUH and HHL should be accessible. Check Wealthsimple's supported tickers list to confirm availability.
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