CN vs. GBTC

Last updated Jun 5, 2026

CN (Xtrackers MSCI All China Equity ETF) and GBTC (Grayscale Bitcoin Trust ETF) are both exchange-traded funds - CN is a China Equities fund tracking the MSCI China All Shares, while GBTC is a Cryptocurrency fund tracking the CoinDesk Bitcoin Benchmark Rate Index. Both are passively managed. At a 0.14 correlation, their price movements are largely independent. CN charges 0.50%/yr vs 1.50%/yr for GBTC.

Performance

CN vs. GBTC - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Xtrackers MSCI All China Equity ETF (CN) and Grayscale Bitcoin Trust ETF (GBTC). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

CN

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

GBTC

• 1D: -2.74%
• 1M: -22.25%
• YTD: -27.82%
• 6M: -31.83%
• 1Y: -40.35%
• 3Y*: 53.36%
• 5Y*: 9.81%
• 10Y*: 49.21%

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

CN vs. GBTC - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
CN Xtrackers MSCI All China Equity ETF	0.00%	0.00%	-3.10%	-11.87%	-23.85%	-12.74%	31.55%	26.79%	-22.41%	43.69%
GBTC Grayscale Bitcoin Trust ETF	-27.82%	-7.65%	113.81%	317.61%	-75.80%	7.03%	290.72%	106.56%	-82.10%	1,787.72%

Correlation

The correlation between CN and GBTC is 0.14, which is low. Their price movements are largely independent, making them effective diversification partners.

	Correlation
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period	-0.01
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	0.16
Correlation (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	0.15
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since May 5, 2015	0.14

The correlation between CN and GBTC shifts across timeframes, from -0.01 (3 years) to 0.16 (5 years), reflecting how their relationship changes across market environments.

Return for Risk

CN vs. GBTC — Risk / Return Rank

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

GBTC

GBTC Risk / Return Rank: 2
GBTC Sharpe Ratio Rank: 2
GBTC Sortino Ratio Rank: 2
GBTC Omega Ratio Rank: 2
GBTC Calmar Ratio Rank: 2
GBTC Martin Ratio Rank: 2

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.

CN vs. GBTC - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Xtrackers MSCI All China Equity ETF (CN) and Grayscale Bitcoin Trust ETF (GBTC). 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.

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

Sharpe Ratios by Period

	CN	GBTC	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	-0.93	—
Sharpe Ratio (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	—	0.16	—
Sharpe Ratio (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	—	0.60	—
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	—	0.65	—

Drawdowns

Drawdown Indicators

	CN	GBTC	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	—	-89.91%	—
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	—	-49.87%	—
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	—	-49.87%	—
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	—	-85.42%	—
Max Drawdown (10Y) Largest decline over 10 years	—	-89.91%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	—	-49.87%	—
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	—	-43.43%	—
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	—	28.81%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	CN	GBTC	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	—	9.07%	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	—	33.86%	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	43.69%	—
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	—	62.44%	—
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	—	82.20%	—

CN vs. GBTC - Expense Ratio Comparison

CN has a 0.50% expense ratio, which is lower than GBTC's 1.50% expense ratio.

Dividends

CN vs. GBTC - Dividend Comparison

Neither CN nor GBTC has paid dividends to shareholders.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
CN Xtrackers MSCI All China Equity ETF	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	4.04%	1.80%	2.00%	0.78%	4.18%	2.09%	0.81%	11.41%	14.00%
GBTC Grayscale Bitcoin Trust ETF	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	5.61%	0.00%	0.00%

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both CN and GBTC in my portfolio?

CN and GBTC have a correlation of 0.14, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.

Which ETF is better, CN or GBTC?

On fees, CN is cheaper at 0.50% per year. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF is cheaper, CN or GBTC?

CN is cheaper with a 0.50% expense ratio, compared with 1.50% for GBTC.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, CN or GBTC?

CN and GBTC have nearly identical dividend yields, around 0.00%.

What is the main difference between CN and GBTC?

CN is categorized as China Equities, while GBTC is Cryptocurrency. CN tracks MSCI China All Shares, while GBTC tracks CoinDesk Bitcoin Benchmark Rate Index. They also come from different issuers: Deutsche Bank and Grayscale. Their fees differ too: 0.50% for CN and 1.50% for GBTC.