GMMA vs. TDSA

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

GMMA (GammaRoad Market Navigation ETF) and TDSA (Cabana Target Drawdown 5 ETF) are both Tactical Allocation funds - GMMA tracks the MarketVector GammaRoad U.S. Equity Strategy Index while TDSA tracks the Actively Managed. Both are passively managed. GMMA charges 0.75%/yr vs 0.83%/yr for TDSA.

Performance

GMMA vs. TDSA - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in GammaRoad Market Navigation ETF (GMMA) and Cabana Target Drawdown 5 ETF (TDSA). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

GMMA

• 1D: -0.41%
• 1M: 3.45%
• YTD: 3.61%
• 6M: 3.75%
• 1Y: 10.84%
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

TDSA

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

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

GMMA vs. TDSA - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)
GMMA GammaRoad Market Navigation ETF	2.48%
TDSA Cabana Target Drawdown 5 ETF	0.00%

GMMA vs. TDSA - Sectors Allocation Comparison

Sectors	GMMA	TDSA
Technology	35.6%	24.3%
Financial Services	11.8%	4.7%
Communication Services	11.2%	6.5%
Consumer Cyclical	10.1%	8.6%
Healthcare	8.5%	6.7%
Industrials	8.3%	6.7%
Consumer Defensive	4.9%	3.1%
Energy	3.5%	1.6%
Utilities	2.4%	1.0%
Real Estate	1.9%	35.5%
Basic Materials	1.8%	1.2%

Return for Risk

GMMA vs. TDSA — Risk / Return Rank

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

GMMA

GMMA Risk / Return Rank: 65
GMMA Sharpe Ratio Rank: 62
GMMA Sortino Ratio Rank: 64
GMMA Omega Ratio Rank: 68
GMMA Calmar Ratio Rank: 66
GMMA Martin Ratio Rank: 63

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.

GMMA vs. TDSA - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for GammaRoad Market Navigation ETF (GMMA) and Cabana Target Drawdown 5 ETF (TDSA). 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.

	GMMA	TDSA	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	2.05	—	—
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	2.92	—	—
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	1.40	—	—
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	3.21	—	—
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	11.19	—	—
Data is calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. The trend shows the change in the indicator over the past month.

Sharpe Ratios by Period

	GMMA	TDSA	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	2.05	—	—
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	1.09	—	—

Drawdowns

GMMA vs. TDSA - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum GMMA drawdown since its inception was -5.21%, which is greater than TDSA's maximum drawdown of 0.00%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for GMMA and TDSA.

Drawdown Indicators

	GMMA	TDSA	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-5.21%	0.00%	-5.21%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	-3.39%	—	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-0.41%	0.00%	-0.41%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-1.23%	0.00%	-1.23%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	0.97%	—	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	GMMA	TDSA	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	1.88%	—	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	4.09%	—	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	5.32%	0.00%	+5.32%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	7.10%	0.00%	+7.10%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	7.10%	0.00%	+7.10%

GMMA vs. TDSA - Expense Ratio Comparison

GMMA has a 0.75% expense ratio, which is lower than TDSA's 0.83% expense ratio.

Dividends

GMMA vs. TDSA - Dividend Comparison

GMMA's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 3.65%, while TDSA has not paid dividends to shareholders.

Position	TTM	2025	2024
GMMA GammaRoad Market Navigation ETF	3.65%	3.00%	0.57%
TDSA Cabana Target Drawdown 5 ETF	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ETF is better, GMMA or TDSA?

On fees, GMMA is cheaper at 0.75% per year. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF is cheaper, GMMA or TDSA?

GMMA is cheaper with a 0.75% expense ratio, compared with 0.83% for TDSA.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, GMMA or TDSA?

GMMA has the higher dividend yield at 3.65%, compared with 0.00% for TDSA.

What is the main difference between GMMA and TDSA?

GMMA tracks MarketVector GammaRoad U.S. Equity Strategy Index, while TDSA tracks Actively Managed. They also come from different issuers: GammaRoad Capital Partners and Cabana. Their fees differ too: 0.75% for GMMA and 0.83% for TDSA.