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XVLU.TO vs. VLUE
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Return for Risk
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XVLU.TO vs. VLUE

Last updated Apr 1, 2026

Compare and contrast key facts about iShares MSCI USA Value Factor Index ETF (XVLU.TO) and iShares Edge MSCI USA Value Factor ETF (VLUE).

XVLU.TO and VLUE are both exchange-traded funds (ETFs), meaning they are traded on stock exchanges and can be bought and sold throughout the day. XVLU.TO is a passively managed fund by iShares that tracks the performance of the MSCI USA Enhanced Value Index. It was launched on Sep 4, 2019. VLUE is a passively managed fund by iShares that tracks the performance of the MSCI USA Value Weighted Index. It was launched on Apr 16, 2013. Both XVLU.TO and VLUE are passive ETFs, meaning that they are not actively managed but aim to replicate the performance of the underlying index as closely as possible.

Performance

XVLU.TO vs. VLUE - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a CA$10,000 investment in iShares MSCI USA Value Factor Index ETF (XVLU.TO) and iShares Edge MSCI USA Value Factor ETF (VLUE). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

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XVLU.TO vs. VLUE - Yearly Performance Comparison

2026 (YTD)2025202420232022202120202019
XVLU.TO
iShares MSCI USA Value Factor Index ETF		5.68%26.17%15.37%11.09%-8.87%28.64%-3.66%7.29%
VLUE
iShares Edge MSCI USA Value Factor ETF		5.86%26.58%16.46%11.75%-8.05%27.77%-1.92%6.82%
Different Trading Currencies

XVLU.TO is traded in CAD, while VLUE is traded in USD. To make them comparable, the VLUE values have been converted to CAD using the latest available exchange rates.

Returns By Period

The year-to-date returns for both investments are quite close, with XVLU.TO having a 5.68% return and VLUE slightly higher at 5.86%.

XVLU.TO

1D
2.54%
1M
-3.42%
YTD
5.68%
6M
14.69%
1Y
31.19%
3Y*
18.87%
5Y*
11.16%
10Y*
—

VLUE

1D
2.56%
1M
-3.42%
YTD
5.86%
6M
14.78%
1Y
31.81%
3Y*
19.46%
5Y*
11.73%
10Y*
12.36%
*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

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iShares MSCI USA Value Factor Index ETF

iShares Edge MSCI USA Value Factor ETF

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XVLU.TO vs. VLUE - Expense Ratio Comparison

XVLU.TO has a 0.32% expense ratio, which is higher than VLUE's 0.15% expense ratio.

XVLU.TO
iShares MSCI USA Value Factor Index ETF
VLUE
iShares Edge MSCI USA Value Factor ETF

Return for Risk

XVLU.TO vs. VLUE — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.
XVLU.TO
XVLU.TO Risk / Return Rank: 8383
Overall Rank
XVLU.TO Sharpe Ratio Rank: 8383
Sharpe Ratio Rank
XVLU.TO Sortino Ratio Rank: 8383
Sortino Ratio Rank
XVLU.TO Omega Ratio Rank: 8181
Omega Ratio Rank
XVLU.TO Calmar Ratio Rank: 8585
Calmar Ratio Rank
XVLU.TO Martin Ratio Rank: 8383
Martin Ratio Rank
VLUE
VLUE Risk / Return Rank: 9090
Overall Rank
VLUE Sharpe Ratio Rank: 8989
Sharpe Ratio Rank
VLUE Sortino Ratio Rank: 9090
Sortino Ratio Rank
VLUE Omega Ratio Rank: 8989
Omega Ratio Rank
VLUE Calmar Ratio Rank: 9090
Calmar Ratio Rank
VLUE Martin Ratio Rank: 9292
Martin Ratio Rank
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.

XVLU.TO vs. VLUE - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for iShares MSCI USA Value Factor Index ETF (XVLU.TO) and iShares Edge MSCI USA Value Factor ETF (VLUE). 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.

XVLU.TOVLUEDifference

Sharpe ratio

Return per unit of total volatility

1.61

1.64

-0.04

Sortino ratio

Return per unit of downside risk

2.18

2.20

-0.01

Omega ratio

Gain probability vs. loss probability

1.31

1.32

-0.01

Calmar ratio

Return relative to maximum drawdown

2.51

2.56

-0.06

Martin ratio

Return relative to average drawdown

9.40

9.63

-0.23

Data is calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. The trend shows the change in the indicator over the past month.

XVLU.TO vs. VLUE - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current XVLU.TO Sharpe Ratio is 1.61, which is comparable to the VLUE Sharpe Ratio of 1.64. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of XVLU.TO and VLUE, offering insights into how both investments have performed under varying market conditions. These values are calculated using daily returns over the previous 12 months.

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Sharpe Ratios by Period

XVLU.TOVLUEDifference

Sharpe Ratio (1Y)

Calculated over the trailing 1-year period

1.61

1.64

-0.04

Sharpe Ratio (5Y)

Calculated over the trailing 5-year period

0.73

0.77

-0.05

Sharpe Ratio (10Y)

Calculated over the trailing 10-year period

—

0.70

—

Sharpe Ratio (All Time)

Calculated using the full available price history

0.63

0.83

-0.19

Correlation

The correlation between XVLU.TO and VLUE is 0.66, which is considered to be moderate. This suggests that the two assets have some degree of positive relationship in their price movements. Moderate correlation can be acceptable for portfolio diversification, offering a balance between risk and potential returns.

Dividends

XVLU.TO vs. VLUE - Dividend Comparison

XVLU.TO's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 1.60%, less than VLUE's 2.00% yield.

TTM20252024202320222021202020192018201720162015
XVLU.TO
iShares MSCI USA Value Factor Index ETF		1.60%1.75%2.17%2.26%2.51%2.03%2.72%0.68%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%
VLUE
iShares Edge MSCI USA Value Factor ETF		2.00%2.11%2.73%2.66%3.18%2.22%2.42%2.61%2.70%2.14%2.07%2.39%

Drawdowns

XVLU.TO vs. VLUE - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum XVLU.TO drawdown since its inception was -34.40%, roughly equal to the maximum VLUE drawdown of -33.79%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for XVLU.TO and VLUE.

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Drawdown Indicators

XVLU.TOVLUEDifference

Max Drawdown

Largest peak-to-trough decline

-34.40%

-39.47%

+5.07%

Max Drawdown (1Y)

Largest decline over 1 year

-13.05%

-12.81%

-0.24%

Max Drawdown (5Y)

Largest decline over 5 years

-20.16%

-27.12%

+6.96%

Max Drawdown (10Y)

Largest decline over 10 years

—

-39.47%

—

Current Drawdown

Current decline from peak

-4.86%

-6.60%

+1.74%

Average Drawdown

Average peak-to-trough decline

-6.65%

-6.08%

-0.57%

Ulcer Index

Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks

3.51%

2.94%

+0.57%

Volatility

XVLU.TO vs. VLUE - Volatility Comparison

iShares MSCI USA Value Factor Index ETF (XVLU.TO) and iShares Edge MSCI USA Value Factor ETF (VLUE) have volatilities of 6.35% and 6.38%, respectively, indicating that both stocks experience similar levels of price fluctuations. This suggests that the risk associated with both stocks, as measured by volatility, is nearly the same. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.

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Volatility by Period

XVLU.TOVLUEDifference

Volatility (1M)

Calculated over the trailing 1-month period

6.35%

6.38%

-0.03%

Volatility (6M)

Calculated over the trailing 6-month period

12.28%

12.33%

-0.05%

Volatility (1Y)

Calculated over the trailing 1-year period

19.56%

19.48%

+0.08%

Volatility (5Y)

Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized

15.44%

15.24%

+0.20%

Volatility (10Y)

Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized

18.63%

17.68%

+0.95%