BTEK vs. LCTD

Last updated Jul 12, 2026

BTEK (Future Tech ETF) and LCTD (BlackRock World ex U.S. Carbon Transition Readiness ETF) are both exchange-traded funds - BTEK is a Technology Equities fund actively managed by BlackRock, while LCTD is a Alternative Energy Equities fund actively managed by BlackRock. Both are actively managed. BTEK charges 0.88%/yr vs 0.20%/yr for LCTD.

Performance

BTEK vs. LCTD - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Future Tech ETF (BTEK) and BlackRock World ex U.S. Carbon Transition Readiness ETF (LCTD). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

BTEK

• 1D: —
• 1M: —
• 6M: —
• YTD: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

LCTD

• 1D: 0.16%
• 1M: 0.84%
• 6M: 5.01%
• YTD: 7.91%
• 1Y: 18.69%
• 3Y*: 15.31%
• 5Y*: 7.31%
• 10Y*: —

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

BTEK vs. LCTD - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024
BTEK Future Tech ETF	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
LCTD BlackRock World ex U.S. Carbon Transition Readiness ETF	7.91%	30.42%	-2.10%

BTEK vs. LCTD - Sectors Allocation Comparison

Sectors	BTEK	LCTD
Technology	79.0%	12.0%
Communication Services	9.2%	3.4%
Industrials	7.4%	16.8%
Consumer Cyclical	4.4%	7.5%
Basic Materials	-	6.7%
Consumer Defensive	-	5.7%
Energy	-	4.7%
Financial Services	-	26.9%
Healthcare	-	9.7%
Real Estate	-	1.5%
Utilities	-	3.5%

Return for Risk

BTEK vs. LCTD — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.

BTEK

Risk / return metrics aren't available yet — we need at least 12 months of trading data to calculate them.

LCTD

LCTD Risk / Return Rank: 41
LCTD Sharpe Ratio Rank: 41
LCTD Sortino Ratio Rank: 41
LCTD Omega Ratio Rank: 39
LCTD Calmar Ratio Rank: 40
LCTD Martin Ratio Rank: 43

The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

BTEK vs. LCTD - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Future Tech ETF (BTEK) and BlackRock World ex U.S. Carbon Transition Readiness ETF (LCTD). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.

Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.

	BTEK	LCTD	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	—	1.18	—
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	—	1.73	—
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	—	1.21	—
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	—	1.62	—
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	—	5.62	—

Drawdowns

Drawdown Indicators

	BTEK	LCTD	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	—	-29.82%	—
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	—	-10.92%	—
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	—	-13.59%	—
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	—	-29.82%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	—	-1.79%	—
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	—	-6.71%	—
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	—	3.16%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	BTEK	LCTD	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	—	4.36%	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	—	12.72%	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	15.02%	—
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	—	16.20%	—
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	—	16.05%	—

BTEK vs. LCTD - Expense Ratio Comparison

BTEK has a 0.88% expense ratio, which is higher than LCTD's 0.20% expense ratio.

Dividends

BTEK vs. LCTD - Dividend Comparison

BTEK has not paid dividends to shareholders, while LCTD's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 3.37%.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021
BTEK Future Tech ETF	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
LCTD BlackRock World ex U.S. Carbon Transition Readiness ETF	3.37%	3.61%	3.74%	3.16%	3.52%	2.20%

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ETF is better, BTEK or LCTD?

On fees, LCTD is cheaper at 0.20% per year. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF is cheaper, BTEK or LCTD?

LCTD is cheaper with a 0.20% expense ratio, compared with 0.88% for BTEK.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, BTEK or LCTD?

LCTD has the higher dividend yield at 3.37%, compared with 0.00% for BTEK.

What is the main difference between BTEK and LCTD?

BTEK is categorized as Technology Equities, while LCTD is Alternative Energy Equities. Their fees differ too: 0.88% for BTEK and 0.20% for LCTD.