The Best Water Equities ETFs
The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of Water Equities ETFs.
- Number of ETFs
- 6
- Avg. Expense Ratio
- 0.55%
- Avg. Dividend Yield
- 1.45%
- Avg. 1 Year Return
- 1.66%
- Median Risk/Return Score
- 11 / 100
The Best Water Equities ETFs
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| Symbol | Full Name | Category | Inception | Expense Ratio | YTD Return | 10Y Return (Annualized) | Dividend Yield | Risk / Return Rank | Max. Drawdown | Sharpe Ratio | Sortino Ratio | Omega Ratio | Martin Ratio | Calmar Ratio | Ulcer Index |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global X Clean Water ETF | Water Equities | Apr 8, 2021 | 0.50% | 3.20% | — | 1.55% | 12 | ||||||||
| Invesco S&P Global Water Index ETF | Water Equities | May 14, 2007 | 0.57% | 4.36% | 9.97% | 1.51% | 20 | ||||||||
| First Trust Water ETF | Water Equities | May 8, 2007 | 0.50% | 0.06% | 12.32% | 0.72% | 10 | ||||||||
| Invesco Water Resources ETF | Water Equities | Dec 6, 2005 | 0.59% | -1.62% | 11.61% | 0.58% | 8 | ||||||||
| Invesco Global Water ETF | Water Equities | Jun 13, 2007 | 0.75% | 1.33% | 8.62% | 0.91% | 11 | ||||||||
| Tortoise Global Water Fund | Water Equities, ESG | Feb 14, 2017 | 0.40% | 2.73% | — | 3.44% | 10 |
Best Water Equities ETFs by Risk/Return Score
The top Water Equities ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are CGW (20) and AQWA (12).
The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Invesco S&P Global Water Index ETF | 20 | 1.06B | May 2007 | |
| Global X Clean Water ETF | 12 | 23.54M | Apr 2021 | |
| Invesco Global Water ETF | 11 | 277.59M | Jun 2007 | |
| Tortoise Global Water Fund | 10 | 56.56M | Feb 2017 | |
| First Trust Water ETF | 10 | 1.84B | May 2007 |
Best-Performing Water Equities ETFs Over 5 Years
The top Water Equities ETFs is FIW (5.86%).
Across the lineup, Water Equities ETFs show an average 1-year return of 1.66% and an average 5-year return of 4.90%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.
| Symbol | Name | Return 5Y | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Trust Water ETF | 5.86% | 1.84B | May 2007 | |
| Invesco S&P Global Water Index ETF | 5.53% | 1.06B | May 2007 | |
| Invesco Water Resources ETF | 5.35% | 1.99B | Dec 2005 | |
| Global X Clean Water ETF | 5.10% | 23.54M | Apr 2021 | |
| Tortoise Global Water Fund | 4.58% | 56.56M | Feb 2017 |
Lowest-Cost Water Equities ETFs
The top Water Equities ETFs is TBLU (0.40%).
With an average expense ratio of 0.55%, Water Equities ETFs remain a low-cost option for investors seeking broad market exposure, sector allocations, and diversified portfolio building blocks.
| Symbol | Name | Expense Ratio | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tortoise Global Water Fund | 0.40% | 56.56M | Feb 2017 | |
| Global X Clean Water ETF | 0.50% | 23.54M | Apr 2021 | |
| First Trust Water ETF | 0.50% | 1.84B | May 2007 | |
| Invesco S&P Global Water Index ETF | 0.57% | 1.06B | May 2007 | |
| Invesco Water Resources ETF | 0.59% | 1.99B | Dec 2005 |
Highest-Yield Water Equities ETFs
The top Water Equities ETFs is TBLU (3.44%).
Across the lineup, Water Equities ETFs show an average dividend yield of 1.45%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.
| Symbol | Name | Dividend Yield | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tortoise Global Water Fund | 3.44% | 56.56M | Feb 2017 | |
| Global X Clean Water ETF | 1.55% | 23.54M | Apr 2021 | |
| Invesco S&P Global Water Index ETF | 1.51% | 1.06B | May 2007 | |
| Invesco Global Water ETF | 0.91% | 277.59M | Jun 2007 | |
| First Trust Water ETF | 0.72% | 1.84B | May 2007 |
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