SULR vs. SCUB

Last updated Jul 10, 2026

SULR (SmartETFs Sustainable Energy II ETF) and SCUB (Sterling Capital Ultra Short Bond ETF) are both Actively Managed funds. Both are actively managed. SULR charges 0.79%/yr vs 0.30%/yr for SCUB.

Performance

SULR vs. SCUB - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in SmartETFs Sustainable Energy II ETF (SULR) and Sterling Capital Ultra Short Bond ETF (SCUB). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

SULR

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

SCUB

• 1D: 0.04%
• 1M: 0.36%
• 6M: —
• YTD: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

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

SULR vs. SCUB - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)
SULR SmartETFs Sustainable Energy II ETF	0.00%
SCUB Sterling Capital Ultra Short Bond ETF	1.30%

Return for Risk

SULR vs. SCUB - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for SmartETFs Sustainable Energy II ETF (SULR) and Sterling Capital Ultra Short Bond ETF (SCUB). 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.

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

Drawdowns

Drawdown Indicators

	SULR	SCUB	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	—	-0.08%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	—	0.00%	—
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	—	-0.01%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	SULR	SCUB	Difference
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	0.79%	—
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	—	0.79%	—
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	—	0.79%	—

SULR vs. SCUB - Expense Ratio Comparison

SULR has a 0.79% expense ratio, which is higher than SCUB's 0.30% expense ratio.

Dividends

SULR vs. SCUB - Dividend Comparison

SULR has not paid dividends to shareholders, while SCUB's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 1.33%.

Position	TTM	2023	2022	2021
SCUB Sterling Capital Ultra Short Bond ETF	1.33%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
SULR SmartETFs Sustainable Energy II ETF	0.00%	0.46%	0.28%	2.62%

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ETF is better, SULR or SCUB?

On fees, SCUB is cheaper at 0.30% per year. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF is cheaper, SULR or SCUB?

SCUB is cheaper with a 0.30% expense ratio, compared with 0.79% for SULR.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, SULR or SCUB?

SCUB has the higher dividend yield at 1.33%, compared with 0.00% for SULR.

What is the main difference between SULR and SCUB?

They also come from different issuers: Guinness Atkinson and Sterling Capital. Their fees differ too: 0.79% for SULR and 0.30% for SCUB.