CN vs. KCAI

Last updated Jul 12, 2026

CN (Xtrackers MSCI All China Equity ETF) and KCAI (KraneShares China Alpha Index ETF) are both China Equities funds - CN tracks the MSCI China All Shares while KCAI tracks the Qi China Alpha Index. Both are passively managed. CN charges 0.50%/yr vs 0.79%/yr for KCAI.

Performance

CN vs. KCAI - Performance Comparison

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

Returns By Period

CN

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

KCAI

• 1D: -0.24%
• 1M: -3.50%
• 6M: 3.89%
• YTD: 3.90%
• 1Y: 40.44%
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

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

CN vs. KCAI - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024
CN Xtrackers MSCI All China Equity ETF	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
KCAI KraneShares China Alpha Index ETF	3.90%	53.29%	11.36%

CN vs. KCAI - Sectors Allocation Comparison

Sectors	CN	KCAI
Financial Services	55.1%	39.0%
Consumer Cyclical	5.4%	11.5%
Industrials	1.0%	23.6%
Energy	0.9%	-
Real Estate	0.8%	-
Healthcare	0.8%	1.3%
Basic Materials	0.6%	11.3%
Communication Services	0.4%	-
Technology	0.3%	13.2%
Consumer Defensive	0.3%	-
Utilities	0.2%	-

Return for Risk

CN vs. KCAI — Risk / Return Rank

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

CN

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

KCAI

KCAI Risk / Return Rank: 94
KCAI Sharpe Ratio Rank: 94
KCAI Sortino Ratio Rank: 95
KCAI Omega Ratio Rank: 92
KCAI Calmar Ratio Rank: 95
KCAI Martin Ratio Rank: 94

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. KCAI - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Xtrackers MSCI All China Equity ETF (CN) and KraneShares China Alpha Index ETF (KCAI). 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.

	CN	KCAI	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	—	2.83	—
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	—	4.08	—
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	—	1.49	—
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	—	6.64	—
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	—	21.62	—

Drawdowns

Drawdown Indicators

	CN	KCAI	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	—	-25.48%	—
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	—	-5.90%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	—	-4.75%	—
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	—	-6.95%	—
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	—	1.81%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	CN	KCAI	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	—	4.68%	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	—	9.14%	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	13.81%	—
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	—	20.90%	—
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	—	20.90%	—

CN vs. KCAI - Expense Ratio Comparison

CN has a 0.50% expense ratio, which is lower than KCAI's 0.79% expense ratio.

Dividends

CN vs. KCAI - Dividend Comparison

CN has not paid dividends to shareholders, while KCAI's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 34.09%.

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%
KCAI KraneShares China Alpha Index ETF	34.09%	35.42%	2.19%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ETF is better, CN or KCAI?

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 KCAI?

CN is cheaper with a 0.50% expense ratio, compared with 0.79% for KCAI.

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

KCAI has the higher dividend yield at 34.09%, compared with 0.00% for CN.

What is the main difference between CN and KCAI?

CN tracks MSCI China All Shares, while KCAI tracks Qi China Alpha Index. They also come from different issuers: Deutsche Bank and KraneShares. Their fees differ too: 0.50% for CN and 0.79% for KCAI.