LCTU vs. BTEK

Last updated Jun 25, 2026

LCTU (BlackRock U.S. Carbon Transition Readiness ETF) and BTEK (Future Tech ETF) are both exchange-traded funds - LCTU is a ESG fund actively managed by BlackRock, while BTEK is a Technology Equities fund actively managed by BlackRock. Both are actively managed. LCTU charges 0.15%/yr vs 0.88%/yr for BTEK.

Performance

LCTU vs. BTEK - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in BlackRock U.S. Carbon Transition Readiness ETF (LCTU) and Future Tech ETF (BTEK). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

LCTU

• 1D: -0.13%
• 1M: -0.89%
• YTD: 6.58%
• 6M: 5.24%
• 1Y: 20.43%
• 3Y*: 19.60%
• 5Y*: 11.54%
• 10Y*: —

BTEK

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

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

LCTU vs. BTEK - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024
LCTU BlackRock U.S. Carbon Transition Readiness ETF	6.58%	16.96%	9.01%
BTEK Future Tech ETF	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%

LCTU vs. BTEK - Sectors Allocation Comparison

Sectors	LCTU	BTEK
Technology	37.8%	79.0%
Financial Services	11.3%	-
Consumer Cyclical	10.3%	4.4%
Communication Services	9.9%	9.2%
Healthcare	8.6%	-
Industrials	8.3%	7.4%
Consumer Defensive	4.5%	-
Energy	3.0%	-
Utilities	2.3%	-
Real Estate	2.2%	-
Basic Materials	1.9%	-

Return for Risk

LCTU vs. BTEK — Risk / Return Rank

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

LCTU

LCTU Risk / Return Rank: 53
LCTU Sharpe Ratio Rank: 52
LCTU Sortino Ratio Rank: 52
LCTU Omega Ratio Rank: 51
LCTU Calmar Ratio Rank: 50
LCTU Martin Ratio Rank: 60

BTEK

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

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.

LCTU vs. BTEK - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for BlackRock U.S. Carbon Transition Readiness ETF (LCTU) and Future Tech ETF (BTEK). 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.

	LCTU	BTEK	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	1.61	—	—
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	2.23	—	—
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	1.29	—	—
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	2.19	—	—
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	9.41	—	—

Drawdowns

Drawdown Indicators

	LCTU	BTEK	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-25.93%	—	—
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	-9.38%	—	—
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	-19.83%	—	—
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	-25.93%	—	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-2.98%	—	—
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-6.27%	—	—
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	2.18%	—	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	LCTU	BTEK	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	4.57%	—	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	10.08%	—	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	12.79%	—	—
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	17.23%	—	—
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	17.03%	—	—

LCTU vs. BTEK - Expense Ratio Comparison

LCTU has a 0.15% expense ratio, which is lower than BTEK's 0.88% expense ratio.

Dividends

LCTU vs. BTEK - Dividend Comparison

LCTU's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 0.98%, while BTEK has not paid dividends to shareholders.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021
BTEK Future Tech ETF	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
LCTU BlackRock U.S. Carbon Transition Readiness ETF	0.98%	1.02%	1.27%	1.46%	1.63%	2.20%

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ETF is better, LCTU or BTEK?

On fees, LCTU is cheaper at 0.15% per year. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF is cheaper, LCTU or BTEK?

LCTU is cheaper with a 0.15% expense ratio, compared with 0.88% for BTEK.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, LCTU or BTEK?

LCTU has the higher dividend yield at 0.98%, compared with 0.00% for BTEK.

What is the main difference between LCTU and BTEK?

LCTU is categorized as ESG, while BTEK is Technology Equities. Their fees differ too: 0.15% for LCTU and 0.88% for BTEK.