HYLD vs. HYXU

Last updated Jun 5, 2026

HYLD (High Yield ETF) and HYXU (iShares Euro High Yield Corporate Bond USD Hedged ETF) are both High Yield Bonds funds. HYLD is actively managed, while HYXU is passively managed. HYLD charges 1.29%/yr vs 0.35%/yr for HYXU.

Performance

HYLD vs. HYXU - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in High Yield ETF (HYLD) 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

HYLD

• 1D: —
• 1M: —
• YTD: —
• 6M: —
• 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)

HYLD vs. HYXU - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)
HYLD High Yield ETF	0.00%
HYXU iShares Euro High Yield Corporate Bond USD Hedged ETF	0.00%

HYLD vs. HYXU - Sectors Allocation Comparison

Sectors	HYLD	HYXU
Technology	34.8%	-
Energy	29.9%	-
Communication Services	10.8%	100.0%
Consumer Cyclical	9.6%	-
Healthcare	5.0%	-
Consumer Defensive	4.7%	-
Industrials	3.4%	-
Utilities	1.1%	-
Financial Services	0.5%	-
Real Estate	0.2%	-
Basic Materials	0.0%	-

Return for Risk

HYLD vs. HYXU - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for High Yield ETF (HYLD) 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.

Drawdowns

Drawdown Indicators

	HYLD	HYXU	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	—	0.00%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	—	0.00%	—
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	—	0.00%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

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

HYLD vs. HYXU - Expense Ratio Comparison

HYLD has a 1.29% expense ratio, which is higher than HYXU's 0.35% expense ratio.

Dividends

HYLD vs. HYXU - Dividend Comparison

Neither HYLD nor HYXU has paid dividends to shareholders.

Position	TTM	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
HYLD High Yield ETF	0.00%	4.67%	7.86%	6.45%	7.52%	7.46%	7.97%	7.18%	6.59%	10.87%
HYXU iShares Euro High Yield Corporate Bond USD Hedged ETF	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ETF is better, HYLD 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, HYLD or HYXU?

HYXU is cheaper with a 0.35% expense ratio, compared with 1.29% for HYLD.

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

HYLD and HYXU have nearly identical dividend yields, around 0.00%.

What is the main difference between HYLD and HYXU?

They also come from different issuers: Eve Capital and iShares. Their fees differ too: 1.29% for HYLD and 0.35% for HYXU.