IXP vs. IBIT

Last updated Aug 4, 2026

IXP (iShares Global Comm Services ETF) and IBIT (iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF) are both exchange-traded funds - IXP is a Large Cap Growth Equities fund tracking the S&P Global 1200 Communication Services 4.5/22.5/45 Capped, while IBIT is a Cryptocurrency fund tracking the CME CF Bitcoin Reference Rate - New York Variant. Both are passively managed. Over the past year, IXP returned 9.01% vs -43.69% for IBIT. Their 0.33 correlation means their historical movements had little consistent relationship. IXP charges 0.43%/yr vs 0.25%/yr for IBIT.

Performance

IXP vs. IBIT - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in iShares Global Comm Services ETF (IXP) and iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

In the year-to-date period, IXP achieves a -1.64% return, which is significantly higher than IBIT's -27.17% return.

IXP

• 1D: 2.99%
• 1M: 3.30%
• 6M: -5.05%
• YTD: -1.64%
• 1Y: 9.01%
• 3Y*: 21.46%
• 5Y*: 8.32%
• 10Y*: 8.78%
• ALL TIME*: 6.65%

IBIT

• 1D: 1.46%
• 1M: 3.70%
• 6M: -18.23%
• YTD: -27.17%
• 1Y: -43.69%
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —
• ALL TIME*: 10.60%

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

Liquidity Comparison

Position	Avg. Volume Value (2W)	Avg. Volume Value (1M)	Avg. Volume Value (3M)
IBIT iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF	$1.33B	$1.34B	$1.65B
IXP iShares Global Comm Services ETF	$6.29M	$4.27M	$3.74M

IXP vs. IBIT - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024
IXP iShares Global Comm Services ETF	-1.64%	29.27%	29.74%
IBIT iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF	-27.17%	-6.41%	89.87%

Correlation

The correlation between IXP and IBIT is 0.33, which is low. Their historical price movements had little consistent relationship.

	Correlation
Correlation (1Y) Focuses on recent behavior, but can change the most.	0.33
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Jan 11, 2024	0.33

Return for Risk

IXP vs. IBIT — Risk / Return Rank

Compare historical risk-adjusted metric ranks over the past 12 months.

IXP

IXP Risk / Return Rank: 24
IXP Sharpe Ratio Rank: 25
IXP Sortino Ratio Rank: 25
IXP Omega Ratio Rank: 24
IXP Calmar Ratio Rank: 24
IXP Martin Ratio Rank: 25

IBIT

IBIT Risk / Return Rank: 2
IBIT Sharpe Ratio Rank: 2
IBIT Sortino Ratio Rank: 2
IBIT Omega Ratio Rank: 2
IBIT Calmar Ratio Rank: 2
IBIT Martin Ratio Rank: 3

The rank (0–100) uses a weighted average of the Sharpe, Sortino, Omega, Calmar, and Martin percentile ranks for the trailing 12 months. Higher means stronger historical risk-adjusted performance within the peer group.

IXP vs. IBIT - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for iShares Global Comm Services ETF (IXP) and iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT). 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.

	IXP	IBIT	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	0.56	-0.99	+1.55
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	0.93	-1.44	+2.37
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	1.11	0.84	+0.27
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	0.74	-0.82	+1.56
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	1.92	-1.26	+3.18

IXP vs. IBIT - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current IXP Sharpe Ratio is 0.56, which is higher than the IBIT Sharpe Ratio of -0.99. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of IXP and IBIT, calculated using daily returns over the previous 12 months. A higher Sharpe Ratio indicates better risk-adjusted performance relative to the risk-free rate.

Drawdowns

IXP vs. IBIT - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum IXP drawdown since its inception was -50.11%, smaller than the maximum IBIT drawdown of -53.30%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for IXP and IBIT.

Drawdown Indicators

	IXP	IBIT	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-50.11%	-53.30%	+3.19%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	-12.26%	-53.30%	+41.04%
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	-17.54%	—	—
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	-44.30%	—	—
Max Drawdown (10Y) Largest decline over 10 years	-44.30%	—	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-5.75%	-49.28%	+43.53%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-11.89%	-18.29%	+6.40%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	4.70%	34.80%	-30.10%

Volatility

IXP vs. IBIT - Volatility Comparison

The current volatility for iShares Global Comm Services ETF (IXP) is 6.73%, while iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT) has a volatility of 8.98%. This indicates that IXP experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than IBIT based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.

Volatility by Period

	IXP	IBIT	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	6.73%	8.98%	-2.25%
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	12.41%	33.79%	-21.38%
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	16.10%	44.48%	-28.38%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	19.26%	49.57%	-30.31%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	18.59%	49.57%	-30.98%

IXP vs. IBIT - Expense Ratio Comparison

IXP has a 0.43% expense ratio, which is higher than IBIT's 0.25% expense ratio.

Dividends

IXP vs. IBIT - Dividend Comparison

IXP's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 3.32%, while IBIT has not paid dividends to shareholders.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
IBIT iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
IXP iShares Global Comm Services ETF	3.32%	2.98%	1.35%	1.24%	0.62%	1.80%	0.95%	2.18%	4.32%	3.41%	4.02%	3.89%

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both IXP and IBIT in my portfolio?

IXP and IBIT have a correlation of 0.33, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.

Which is riskier, IXP or IBIT?

IBIT has higher volatility (8.98%) compared to IXP (6.73%). In terms of maximum drawdown, IXP dropped -50.11% vs IBIT's -53.30%.

Which ETF is better, IXP or IBIT?

On 1-year performance, IXP leads with 9.01% vs -43.69% for IBIT. On fees, IBIT is cheaper at 0.25% per year. On volatility, IXP has been the lower-risk option at 6.73%. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF has performed better, IXP or IBIT?

Over the 1-year period, IXP has performed better with a 9.01% return vs -43.69%. Past performance does not guarantee future results, so compare this with risk, fees, and fund exposure.

Which ETF is cheaper, IXP or IBIT?

IBIT is cheaper with a 0.25% expense ratio, compared with 0.43% for IXP.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, IXP or IBIT?

IXP has the higher dividend yield at 3.32%, compared with 0.00% for IBIT.

What is the main difference between IXP and IBIT?

IXP is categorized as Large Cap Growth Equities, while IBIT is Cryptocurrency. IXP tracks S&P Global 1200 Communication Services 4.5/22.5/45 Capped, while IBIT tracks CME CF Bitcoin Reference Rate - New York Variant. Their fees differ too: 0.43% for IXP and 0.25% for IBIT.

Which has better risk-adjusted returns?

IXP currently has the higher Sharpe Ratio (0.56 vs -0.99), meaning it's delivered slightly more return per unit of risk over the trailing 12 months. However, this ranking shifts over time - use the Risk/Return Score above for a more comprehensive view that combines Sharpe, Sortino, and other measures used by quantitative funds.