Global X Cloud Computing ETF (CLOU) Alternatives
Global X Cloud Computing ETF (CLOU) belongs to the Technology Equities category. Below you'll find alternative ETFs from the same category, ranked by key criteria, plus funds that investors commonly compare with CLOU. Use the tables to find lower-cost options, better risk-adjusted returns, or funds that fit a different role in your portfolio.
Cheapest Alternatives to CLOU
CLOU charges 0.68% annually. Among ETFs in the Technology Equities category, these options have the lowest expense ratios among CLOU alternatives.
| Symbol | Name | Expense Ratio | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fidelity MSCI Information Technology Index ETF | 0.08% | Oct 21, 2013 | CLOU vs FTEC | |
| State Street Technology Select Sector SPDR ETF | 0.08% | Dec 16, 1998 | CLOU vs XLK | |
| Vanguard Information Technology ETF | 0.09% | Mar 25, 2004 | CLOU vs VGT | |
| Vanguard Communication Services ETF | 0.10% | Sep 23, 2004 | CLOU vs VOX | |
| Vaneck Technology Trusector ETF | 0.13% | Aug 20, 2025 | CLOU vs TRUT |
Best Risk-Adjusted Alternatives to CLOU
Among ETFs in the Technology Equities category, these options rank highest on PortfoliosLab's risk-adjusted score, which accounts for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency over a 1-year period.
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xtrackers Semiconductor Select Equity ETF | 96 | Jul 12, 2023 | CLOU vs CHPS | |
| VistaShares Artificial Intelligence Supercycle ETF | 95 | Dec 3, 2024 | CLOU vs AIS | |
| Roundhill Generative AI & Technology ETF | 95 | May 17, 2023 | CLOU vs CHAT | |
| First Trust Nasdaq Semiconductor ETF | 95 | Sep 20, 2016 | CLOU vs FTXL | |
| VanEck Semiconductor ETF | 95 | Dec 20, 2011 | CLOU vs SMH |
Top Performing CLOU Alternatives (YTD)
CLOU alternatives from the Technology Equities category, sorted by year-to-date return.
| Symbol | Name | YTD Return | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arm Holdings PLC ADRhedged ETF | 39.97% | Mar 13, 2025 | CLOU vs ARMH | |
| ASML Holding NV ADR Hedged ETF | 25.77% | Mar 13, 2025 | CLOU vs ASMH | |
| Invesco Semiconductors ETF | 19.68% | Jun 23, 2005 | CLOU vs PSI | |
| Tortoise AI Infrastructure ETF | 16.67% | Aug 4, 2025 | CLOU vs TCAI | |
| iShares U.S. Digital Infrastructure and Real Estat... | 15.26% | Jul 10, 2001 | CLOU vs IDGT |
Lowest Volatility Alternatives to CLOU
CLOU alternatives from the Technology Equities category, sorted by annualized volatility over the past year.
| Symbol | Name | Volatility 1Y | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clockwise Core Equity & Innovation ETF | 15.02% | Jan 27, 2022 | CLOU vs TIME | |
| State Street Technology Select Sector SPDR Premium... | 17.22% | Jul 29, 2025 | CLOU vs XLKI | |
| Global X AgTech & Food Innovation ETF | 19.32% | Jul 12, 2021 | CLOU vs KROP | |
| First Trust IndXX NextG ETF | 19.87% | Feb 17, 2011 | CLOU vs NXTG | |
| Vanguard Communication Services ETF | 20.34% | Sep 23, 2004 | CLOU vs VOX |
Lowest Drawdown Alternatives to CLOU
CLOU alternatives from the Technology Equities category, sorted by maximum drawdown over the past year.
| Symbol | Name | Max Drawdown 1Y | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global X AgTech & Food Innovation ETF | -11.29% | Jul 12, 2021 | CLOU vs KROP | |
| iShares U.S. Digital Infrastructure and Real Estat... | -12.23% | Jul 10, 2001 | CLOU vs IDGT | |
| First Trust IndXX NextG ETF | -12.49% | Feb 17, 2011 | CLOU vs NXTG | |
| REX FANG & Innovation Equity Premium Income ETF | -12.91% | Oct 11, 2023 | CLOU vs FEPI | |
| Invesco Dynamic Networking ETF | -12.94% | Jun 23, 2005 | CLOU vs PXQ |
Other ETFs from Global X
Most popular Global X ETFs on PortfoliosLab, across asset classes.
| Symbol | Name | Category | Risk / Return Rank | YTD Return | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global X NASDAQ 100 Covered Call ETF | Derivative Income | 72 | 0.02% | Dec 12, 2013 | CLOU vs QYLD | |
| Global X Defense Tech ETF | Technology Equities | 92 | 9.34% | Sep 11, 2023 | CLOU vs SHLD | |
| Global X Uranium ETF | Commodity Producers Equities | 93 | 13.34% | Nov 4, 2010 | CLOU vs URA | |
| Global X Copper Miners ETF | Materials | 94 | 6.35% | Apr 19, 2010 | CLOU vs COPX | |
| Global X Artificial Intelligence & Technology ETF | Large Cap Growth Equities | 66 | -8.24% | May 11, 2018 | CLOU vs AIQ | |
| Global X Robotics & Artificial Intelligence Themat... | Robotics, Technology Equities | 37 | -8.31% | Sep 12, 2016 | CLOU vs BOTZ | |
| Global X Silver Miners ETF | Precious Metals | 94 | 7.85% | Apr 19, 2010 | CLOU vs SIL | |
| Global X S&P 500 Covered Call ETF | Derivative Income, S&P 500 | 56 | -1.04% | Jun 24, 2013 | CLOU vs XYLD | |
| Global X SuperDividend ETF | Global Equities, Dividend | 91 | 6.70% | Jun 8, 2011 | CLOU vs SDIV | |
| Global X DAX Germany ETF | Europe Equities | 28 | -7.59% | Oct 22, 2014 | CLOU vs DAX |
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