EUSC vs. HEDJ

Last updated Jun 3, 2026

EUSC (WisdomTree Europe Hedged SmallCap Equity Fund) and HEDJ (WisdomTree Europe Hedged Equity Fund) are both Europe Equities funds from WisdomTree - EUSC tracks the WisdomTree Europe Hedged SmallCap Equity Index while HEDJ tracks the WisdomTree Europe Hedged Equity Index. Both are passively managed. Both charge a 0.58% expense ratio.

Performance

EUSC vs. HEDJ - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in WisdomTree Europe Hedged SmallCap Equity Fund (EUSC) and WisdomTree Europe Hedged Equity Fund (HEDJ). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

EUSC

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

HEDJ

• 1D: 0.62%
• 1M: 4.52%
• YTD: 7.31%
• 6M: 9.08%
• 1Y: 16.42%
• 3Y*: 14.75%
• 5Y*: 11.26%
• 10Y*: 10.77%

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

EUSC vs. HEDJ - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)
EUSC WisdomTree Europe Hedged SmallCap Equity Fund	0.00%
HEDJ WisdomTree Europe Hedged Equity Fund	-0.05%

EUSC vs. HEDJ - Sectors Allocation Comparison

Sectors	EUSC	HEDJ
Financial Services	28.4%	15.0%
Industrials	20.1%	22.9%
Real Estate	9.3%	-
Consumer Cyclical	9.1%	13.4%
Basic Materials	6.5%	7.0%
Utilities	6.5%	-
Communication Services	5.0%	5.5%
Technology	4.4%	11.0%
Consumer Defensive	4.1%	12.7%
Energy	3.7%	4.0%
Healthcare	2.9%	8.4%

Return for Risk

EUSC vs. HEDJ — Risk / Return Rank

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

HEDJ

HEDJ Risk / Return Rank: 31
HEDJ Sharpe Ratio Rank: 30
HEDJ Sortino Ratio Rank: 30
HEDJ Omega Ratio Rank: 29
HEDJ Calmar Ratio Rank: 29
HEDJ Martin Ratio Rank: 37

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.

EUSC vs. HEDJ - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for WisdomTree Europe Hedged SmallCap Equity Fund (EUSC) and WisdomTree Europe Hedged Equity Fund (HEDJ). 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

	EUSC	HEDJ	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	1.07	—
Sharpe Ratio (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	—	0.68	—
Sharpe Ratio (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	—	0.59	—
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	—	0.48	—

Drawdowns

EUSC vs. HEDJ - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum EUSC drawdown since its inception was 0.00%, smaller than the maximum HEDJ drawdown of -38.18%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for EUSC and HEDJ.

Drawdown Indicators

	EUSC	HEDJ	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	0.00%	-38.18%	+38.18%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	—	-11.90%	—
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	—	-15.93%	—
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	—	-22.17%	—
Max Drawdown (10Y) Largest decline over 10 years	—	-38.18%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	0.00%	-0.33%	+0.33%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	0.00%	-5.92%	+5.92%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	—	2.98%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	EUSC	HEDJ	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	—	5.89%	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	—	12.49%	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	0.00%	15.41%	-15.41%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	0.00%	16.75%	-16.75%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	0.00%	18.41%	-18.41%

EUSC vs. HEDJ - Expense Ratio Comparison

Both EUSC and HEDJ have an expense ratio of 0.58%.

Dividends

EUSC vs. HEDJ - Dividend Comparison

EUSC has not paid dividends to shareholders, while HEDJ's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 1.52%.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
EUSC WisdomTree Europe Hedged SmallCap Equity Fund	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
HEDJ WisdomTree Europe Hedged Equity Fund	1.52%	1.63%	3.28%	3.31%	2.83%	2.08%	2.65%	1.82%	2.73%	2.27%	2.74%	9.43%

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ETF is better, EUSC or HEDJ?

Both ETFs have the same 0.58% expense ratio. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF is cheaper, EUSC or HEDJ?

EUSC and HEDJ have the same expense ratio: 0.58% per year.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, EUSC or HEDJ?

HEDJ has the higher dividend yield at 1.52%, compared with 0.00% for EUSC.

What is the main difference between EUSC and HEDJ?

EUSC tracks WisdomTree Europe Hedged SmallCap Equity Index, while HEDJ tracks WisdomTree Europe Hedged Equity Index.