HG=F vs. SDEU.L

Last updated Jun 13, 2026

HG=F (Copper) is an asset, while SDEU.L (iShares Germany Government Bond UCITS ETF (Dist)) is European Government Bonds fund tracking the Bloomberg Euro Agg Govt TR EUR. At a 0.08 correlation, their price movements are largely independent.

Performance

HG=F vs. SDEU.L - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Copper (HG=F) and iShares Germany Government Bond UCITS ETF (Dist) (SDEU.L). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Different Trading Currencies

HG=F is traded in USD, while SDEU.L is traded in GBP. To make them comparable, the SDEU.L values have been converted to USD using the latest available exchange rates.

Returns By Period

HG=F

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

SDEU.L

• 1D: -0.07%
• 1M: -0.49%
• YTD: -1.61%
• 6M: -1.29%
• 1Y: -1.85%
• 3Y*: 3.33%
• 5Y*: -3.99%
• 10Y*: -1.08%

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

HG=F vs. SDEU.L - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024	2023	2022
HG=F Copper	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	1.29%
SDEU.L iShares Germany Government Bond UCITS ETF (Dist)	-1.61%	11.34%	-5.80%	8.51%	-20.21%

Correlation

The correlation between HG=F and SDEU.L is 0.08, meaning there is essentially no relationship between their price movements. Each responds to its own set of market drivers, making them strong candidates for combining in a diversified portfolio.

	Correlation
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Jan 31, 2022	0.08

Return for Risk

HG=F vs. SDEU.L — Risk / Return Rank

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

HG=F

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

SDEU.L

SDEU.L Risk / Return Rank: 8
SDEU.L Sharpe Ratio Rank: 9
SDEU.L Sortino Ratio Rank: 8
SDEU.L Omega Ratio Rank: 8
SDEU.L Calmar Ratio Rank: 9
SDEU.L Martin Ratio Rank: 9

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.

HG=F vs. SDEU.L - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Copper (HG=F) and iShares Germany Government Bond UCITS ETF (Dist) (SDEU.L). 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.

	HG=F	SDEU.L	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	—	-0.23	—
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	—	-0.28	—
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	—	0.97	—
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	—	-0.33	—
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	—	-0.73	—

Drawdowns

Drawdown Indicators

	HG=F	SDEU.L	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	—	-41.52%	—
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	—	-5.67%	—
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	—	-10.32%	—
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	—	-33.95%	—
Max Drawdown (10Y) Largest decline over 10 years	—	-37.02%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	—	-27.83%	—
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	—	-22.07%	—
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	—	2.55%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	HG=F	SDEU.L	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	—	2.43%	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	—	5.99%	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	8.06%	—
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	—	10.12%	—
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	—	9.32%	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both HG=F and SDEU.L in my portfolio?

HG=F and SDEU.L have a correlation of 0.08, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.