GBSL.TO vs. GEQT.TO

Last updated Jun 6, 2026

GBSL.TO (Ninepoint Global Select Fund - Series ETF) and GEQT.TO (iShares ESG Equity ETF Portfolio) are both Global Equities funds. Both are actively managed. GBSL.TO charges 0.85%/yr vs 0.25%/yr for GEQT.TO.

Performance

GBSL.TO vs. GEQT.TO - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a CA$10,000 investment in Ninepoint Global Select Fund - Series ETF (GBSL.TO) and iShares ESG Equity ETF Portfolio (GEQT.TO). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

GBSL.TO

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

GEQT.TO

• 1D: -3.14%
• 1M: 2.61%
• YTD: 11.36%
• 6M: 9.23%
• 1Y: 25.48%
• 3Y*: 22.18%
• 5Y*: 13.85%
• 10Y*: —

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

Return for Risk

GBSL.TO vs. GEQT.TO — Risk / Return Rank

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

GEQT.TO

GEQT.TO Risk / Return Rank: 60
GEQT.TO Sharpe Ratio Rank: 59
GEQT.TO Sortino Ratio Rank: 57
GEQT.TO Omega Ratio Rank: 58
GEQT.TO Calmar Ratio Rank: 60
GEQT.TO Martin Ratio Rank: 67

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.

GBSL.TO vs. GEQT.TO - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Ninepoint Global Select Fund - Series ETF (GBSL.TO) and iShares ESG Equity ETF Portfolio (GEQT.TO). 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

	GBSL.TO	GEQT.TO	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	1.82	—
Sharpe Ratio (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	—	0.79	—
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	—	0.87	—

Drawdowns

Drawdown Indicators

	GBSL.TO	GEQT.TO	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	—	-23.66%	—
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	—	-9.29%	—
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	—	-18.02%	—
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	—	-23.66%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	—	-3.29%	—
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	—	-5.11%	—
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	—	2.25%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	GBSL.TO	GEQT.TO	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	—	5.00%	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	—	11.90%	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	14.08%	—
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	—	17.53%	—
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	—	17.35%	—

GBSL.TO vs. GEQT.TO - Expense Ratio Comparison

GBSL.TO has a 0.85% expense ratio, which is higher than GEQT.TO's 0.25% expense ratio.

Dividends

GBSL.TO vs. GEQT.TO - Dividend Comparison

GBSL.TO has not paid dividends to shareholders, while GEQT.TO's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 1.14%.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020
GBSL.TO Ninepoint Global Select Fund - Series ETF	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
GEQT.TO iShares ESG Equity ETF Portfolio	1.14%	1.26%	1.38%	1.58%	1.82%	1.32%	0.87%

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ETF is better, GBSL.TO or GEQT.TO?

On fees, GEQT.TO is cheaper at 0.25% per year. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF is cheaper, GBSL.TO or GEQT.TO?

GEQT.TO is cheaper with a 0.25% expense ratio, compared with 0.85% for GBSL.TO.

What is the main difference between GBSL.TO and GEQT.TO?

They also come from different issuers: Ninepoint and iShares. Their fees differ too: 0.85% for GBSL.TO and 0.25% for GEQT.TO.