DADS vs. HYXU

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

DADS (Digital Asset Debt Strategy ETF) and HYXU (iShares Euro High Yield Corporate Bond USD Hedged ETF) are both High Yield Bonds funds. DADS is actively managed, while HYXU is passively managed. DADS charges 1.04%/yr vs 0.35%/yr for HYXU.

Performance

DADS vs. HYXU - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Digital Asset Debt Strategy ETF (DADS) and iShares Euro High Yield Corporate Bond USD Hedged ETF (HYXU). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

DADS

• 1D: -0.89%
• 1M: 4.49%
• YTD: 14.37%
• 6M: 9.44%
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

HYXU

• 1D: 0.00%
• 1M: —
• YTD: —
• 6M: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

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

DADS vs. HYXU - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)
DADS Digital Asset Debt Strategy ETF	-1.43%
HYXU iShares Euro High Yield Corporate Bond USD Hedged ETF	0.00%

Return for Risk

DADS vs. HYXU - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Digital Asset Debt Strategy ETF (DADS) and iShares Euro High Yield Corporate Bond USD Hedged ETF (HYXU). 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

	DADS	HYXU	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	0.73	—	—

Drawdowns

DADS vs. HYXU - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum DADS drawdown since its inception was -17.07%, which is greater than HYXU's maximum drawdown of 0.00%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for DADS and HYXU.

Drawdown Indicators

	DADS	HYXU	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-17.07%	0.00%	-17.07%
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-2.77%	0.00%	-2.77%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-7.63%	0.00%	-7.63%

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	DADS	HYXU	Difference
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	17.58%	0.00%	+17.58%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	17.58%	0.00%	+17.58%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	17.58%	0.00%	+17.58%

DADS vs. HYXU - Expense Ratio Comparison

DADS has a 1.04% expense ratio, which is higher than HYXU's 0.35% expense ratio.

Dividends

DADS vs. HYXU - Dividend Comparison

DADS's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 2.76%, while HYXU has not paid dividends to shareholders.

Position	TTM	2025
DADS Digital Asset Debt Strategy ETF	2.76%	1.83%
HYXU iShares Euro High Yield Corporate Bond USD Hedged ETF	0.00%	0.00%

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ETF is better, DADS or HYXU?

On fees, HYXU is cheaper at 0.35% per year. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF is cheaper, DADS or HYXU?

HYXU is cheaper with a 0.35% expense ratio, compared with 1.04% for DADS.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, DADS or HYXU?

DADS has the higher dividend yield at 2.76%, compared with 0.00% for HYXU.

What is the main difference between DADS and HYXU?

They also come from different issuers: Alphabit and iShares. Their fees differ too: 1.04% for DADS and 0.35% for HYXU.