A side-by-side comparison of CI Alternative North American Opportunities Fund (ETF C$ Series) (CNAO) and Hamilton Enhanced U.S. Covered Call ETF (HYLD) to help Canadian investors make an informed decision.
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1-Year Performance
Normalised to 100 at the start — shows relative return over the trailing 12 months.
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Metric | CNAO | HYLD |
|---|---|---|
| YTD Return | +11.35%✓ | +9.92% |
| 1-Day Change | +3.17%✓ | -0.06% |
| 1-Week Change | +8.10%✓ | +0.19% |
| 1-Month Change | +14.23%✓ | +8.08% |
| Current Price | $37.09 | $16.18 |
| AUM | $50M | $1.16B✓ |
| MER (Expense Ratio) | 0% | 0% |
| Dividend Yield | — | 12.12% |
| Distribution Frequency | Annually | Monthly |
| Inception Date | 2021-07-08 | 2022-02-04 |
| Holdings Count | 10 | 9 |
| MorningStar Rating | — | — |
| Category | Alternative Equity Focused | Alternative Equity Focused |
| Beta | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| 52-Week High | $37.09 | $16.25 |
| 52-Week Low | $28.19 | $11.44 |
| 50-Day MA | $32.03 | $14.78 |
| 200-Day MA | $32.68 | $14.63 |
✓ marks the better value for return/yield/AUM metrics. Lower ✓ for MER.
Annualised Returns
| Period | CNAO | HYLD |
|---|---|---|
| YTD | +11.35%✓ | +9.92% |
| 1 Year | +14.97% | +41.27%✓ |
| 3 Year | +17.67% | +24.16%✓ |
| 5 Year | — | — |
| 10 Year | — | — |
| 1Y Volatility | 19.28% | 17.70% |
| Sharpe Ratio (3Y) | 1.01 | 1.30 |
Past performance is not a guarantee of future results.
Top 10 Holdings
| 1 | NVDA | NVIDIA Corporation | 6.98% |
| 2 | SHOP | Shopify Inc | 6.21% |
| 3 | AMZN | Amazon.com Inc | 5.60% |
| 4 | GOOGL | Alphabet Inc Class A | 5.12% |
| 5 | MSFT | Microsoft Corporation | 5.12% |
| 6 | TSM | Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing | 4.43% |
| 7 | KLAC | KLA Corporation | 4.41% |
| 8 | TMO | Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc | 4.32% |
| 9 | SPGI | S&P Global Inc | 4.24% |
| 10 | LLY | Eli Lilly and Company | 3.89% |
| 1 | SMAX | Hamilton U.S. Equity YIELD MAXIMIZER ETF | 60.18% |
| 2 | QMAX | Hamilton Technology Yield Maximizer ETF | 27.48% |
| 3 | FMAX | Hamilton U.S. Financials YIELD MAXIMIZER ETF | 7.30% |
| 4 | SDAY | Hamilton EnhancedU.S. Equity DayMAX™ ETF | 7.16% |
| 5 | LMAX | Hamilton Healthcare YIELD MAXIMIZER ETF | 5.86% |
| 6 | QDAY | Hamilton EnhancedTechnology DayMAX™ ETF | 4.90% |
| 7 | EMAX | Hamilton Energy YIELD MAXIMIZER ETF | 2.81% |
| 8 | AMAX | Hamilton Gold Producer YIELD MAXIMIZER ETF | 2.80% |
| 9 | RMAX | Hamilton REITs YIELD MAXIMIZER ETF | 2.04% |
Sector Weights
| Sector | CNAO | HYLD |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Materials | 0.00% | 4.46% |
| Communication Services | 11.68% | 11.13% |
| Consumer Cyclicals | 6.57% | 8.12% |
| Consumer Defensive | 0.00% | 3.20% |
| Energy | 0.81% | 4.12% |
| Financial Services | 0.00% | 11.83% |
| Healthcare | 14.19% | 9.10% |
| Industrials | 9.66% | 5.00% |
| Real Estate | 0.00% | 3.60% |
| Technology | 57.08% | 37.15% |
| Utilities | 0.00% | 2.29% |
About CNAO
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About HYLD
The fund seeks to provide attractive monthly income and long-term capital appreciation from a diversified, multi-sector portfolio of primarily covered call ETFs, primarily focused on the U.S.
Which ETF is Right for You?
Both CNAO and HYLD are listed on Canadian exchanges and accessible through most Canadian brokerages including Questrade, Wealthsimple Trade, TD Direct, and Interactive Brokers.
CNAO and HYLD are closely matched on the metrics we track. The right choice depends on your individual investment goals, tax situation, and time horizon.
- Consider your account type (TFSA, RRSP, non-registered) as it can affect dividend taxation.
- Compare management expense ratios (MER) directly on each provider's website.
- Look at average daily trading volume to assess liquidity.
- Review the fund's underlying index and holdings to ensure the exposure matches your goals.
This is not financial advice. Always do your own research or consult a licensed financial advisor before investing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between CNAO and HYLD?
CNAO (CI Alternative North American Opportunities Fund (ETF C$ Series)) and HYLD (Hamilton Enhanced U.S. Covered Call ETF) are both Canadian-listed ETFs. Key differences include their AUM ($50M vs $1.16B), dividend yield (N/A vs 12.12%), and year-to-date performance (+11.35% vs +9.92%).
Is CNAO better than HYLD?
There is no single "better" ETF — it depends on your investment goals. If you prioritise recent performance, CNAO has outperformed year-to-date. Always review the fund's prospectus and consider your tax situation.
Can I buy CNAO and HYLD on Wealthsimple?
Most Canadian-listed ETFs are available on Wealthsimple Trade commission-free. Both CNAO and HYLD should be accessible. Check Wealthsimple's supported tickers list to confirm availability.
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