Question 1

What is HXQ?

Accepted Answer

HXQ — Global X NASDAQ-100 Index Corporate Class ETF CAD — is a Canadian-listed ETF trading on the TSX. HXQ seeks to replicate, to the extent possible, the performance of the NASDAQ-100® Index (Total Return), net of expenses. The NASDAQ-100® Index (Total Return) includes 100 of the largest domestic and international nonfinancial companies listed on The NASDAQ Stock Market.

Question 2

What is the HXQ ETF price today?

Accepted Answer

HXQ last traded at $116.81 CAD on the TSX. See the price chart above for recent performance.

Question 3

What is the HXQ MER (management expense ratio)?

Accepted Answer

HXQ has a management expense ratio (MER) of 0.25% per year. This fee is automatically deducted from the fund's assets, so you never pay it directly — but it does reduce your net returns over time. At 0.25%, HXQ is considered a low-cost ETF.

Question 4

What are HXQ annualised returns?

Accepted Answer

HXQ historical returns: YTD: +17.50%, 1-year: +17.01%, 3-year annualised: +25.61%, 5-year annualised: +13.80%, 10-year annualised: +19.54%. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. The 3-year Sharpe ratio is 1.40, which measures risk-adjusted return.

Question 5

Does HXQ pay dividends or distributions?

Accepted Answer

HXQ distribution information is shown in the ETF details panel on this page. Check the ETF details section for the most current yield data.

Question 6

What sectors does HXQ invest in?

Accepted Answer

HXQ's largest sector exposures are Technology (53.2%), Communication Services (16.1%), Consumer Cyclicals (13.0%). The full sector breakdown is shown in the Sector Weights table on this page.

Question 7

How large is HXQ? (Assets under management)

Accepted Answer

HXQ has approximately $1.35B in assets under management (AUM). Larger AUM generally means better liquidity, tighter bid-ask spreads, and a lower risk of the fund being wound down.

Question 8

When was HXQ launched?

Accepted Answer

HXQ was launched on April 19, 2016, giving it a 10-year track record. A longer history makes it easier to evaluate how the ETF performs across different market cycles.

Question 9

How do I buy HXQ in Canada?

Accepted Answer

HXQ trades on the TSX under the ticker HXQ. You can buy it through any Canadian brokerage, including Wealthsimple Trade (commission-free), Questrade, TD Direct Investing, RBC Direct, and CIBC Investor's Edge. It can be held in a TFSA, RRSP, FHSA, or taxable account.

Question 10

How risky is HXQ?

Accepted Answer

HXQ has a 1-year volatility of 21.91% and a beta of 0.00 (less volatile than the broad market). Its 3-year Sharpe ratio of 1.40 indicates solid risk-adjusted returns. As with all market-linked investments, past volatility does not predict future risk.

Date	Open	High	Low	Close	Adj Close	Volume
2026-10-22	$118.65	$118.74	$116.37	$116.81	$116.81	72,413
2026-10-21	$120.23	$120.97	$119.93	$120.61	$120.61	23,137
2026-10-20	$119.07	$120.10	$118.00	$119.25	$119.25	40,847
2026-10-19	$120.12	$120.75	$119.78	$119.95	$119.95	46,675
2026-10-16	$121.79	$121.79	$118.50	$118.82	$118.82	52,027
2026-10-15	$120.96	$122.37	$120.28	$122.25	$122.25	32,174
2026-10-14	$124.80	$125.12	$122.50	$122.77	$122.77	55,357
2026-10-13	$124.68	$125.21	$124.47	$125.13	$125.13	30,483
2026-10-09	$127.18	$127.18	$126.49	$126.84	$126.84	33,000
2026-10-08	$127.32	$127.32	$125.38	$125.73	$125.73	30,579

Sector	Weight
Technology	53.20%
Communication Services	16.08%
Consumer Cyclicals	13.04%
Consumer Defensive	4.25%
Healthcare	4.17%
Industrials	3.19%
Utilities	1.36%
Basic Materials	1.00%
Energy	0.47%
Financial Services	0.35%
Real Estate	0.16%

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Global X NASDAQ-100 Index Corporate Class ETF CAD (HXQ : TSX)

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