CGWvsEFRAETF Comparison
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ETF 2
EFRA
iShares Environmental Infrastructure and Industrials ETF
This fund is part of
Infrastructure
+0.39%
Invesco S&P Global Water Index ETF (CGW) belongs to the Natural Resources segment. iShares Environmental Infrastructure and Industrials ETF (EFRA) is part of the Infrastructure segment. CGW's top 3 sector exposures are Utilities, Industrials and Non-Energy Materials. In contrast, EFRA's top sector exposures are Industrials, Utilities and Non-Energy Materials. CGW is more expensive with a Total Expense Ratio (TER) of 0.59%, versus 0.47% for EFRA. CGW is up 0.77% year-to-date (YTD) with +$41M in YTD flows. EFRA performs better with 5.87% YTD performance, and - in YTD flows. Run a side-by-side ETF comparison of CGW and EFRA below, and assess how they stack up in performance, liquidity, risk, exposure, holdings, and more, helping you select the best ETF for your investments.
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CGW vs EFRA performance and flow charts
Performance
Cumulative Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of 09/17/2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | CGW EFRA | -2.20%-3.70% | +0.74%+0.67% | +0.77%+5.87% | +1.36%+6.96% | +36.65%+41.47% | +18.53%n/a |
| Flows | CGW EFRA | -- | +$15M- | +$41M- | +$26M- | -$148M- | -$200M- |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | CGW EFRA | +12.57%+13.21% | +12.95%+14.26% | +13.76%+14.56% | +15.76%n/a |
| Max drawdown | CGW EFRA | -5.50%-5.50% | -10.52%-11.18% | -14.42%-16.05% | -32.65%n/a |
| Max drawdown duration | CGW EFRA | 43d35d | 203d200d | 227d238d | 862dn/a |
Trading data
CGW | EFRA | |
Last sale 9/18/2026 at 6:36 PM | $63.21 | $34.60 |
| Previous close 09/17/2026 | $63.43 | $34.97 |
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Replication quality
Data as of August 31, 2026
1-year trailing difference
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Main metrics
Last update 9/18/2026 at 6:36 PM
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CGW | EFRA | |
|---|---|---|
| Last price | $63.21 | $34.60 |
| 1D performance | -0.34% | -1.06% |
| AuM | $1.03 B | $5.57 M |
| E/R | 0.59% | 0.47% |
Characteristics
CGW | EFRA | |
|---|---|---|
| Management strategy | Passive | Passive |
| Provider | Invesco | iShares |
| Benchmark | S&P Global Water Index | FTSE Green Revenues Select Infrastructure and Industrials Index |
| N° of holdings | 66 | 80 |
| Asset class | Equities | Equities |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join | Join |
| Inception date | May 14, 2007 | November 1, 2022 |
| ESG | Yes | Yes |
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Exposure
Countries
CGW
USA
57.49%
United Kingdom
14.01%
Brazil
10.44%
Other
18.06%
EFRA
USA
48.99%
United Kingdom
10.2%
Japan
9.8%
Other
31.01%
Sectors
CGW
Utilities
45.55%
Industrials
35.95%
Non-Energy Materi.
15.23%
Other
3.27%
EFRA
Industrials
43.92%
Utilities
24.71%
Non-Energy Materi.
14.01%
Business Services
11.17%
Other
6.19%
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Diversification
CGW
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 15
68.16%
EFRA
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 15
64.99%
Top 15 holdings
Data as of July 31, 2026
CGW
American Water Works Co., Inc.
8.35%
Xylem, Inc.
8.21%
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP
7.29%
Essential Utilities, Inc.
5.88%
United Utilities Group Plc
5.49%
Severn Trent Plc
4.99%
Veralto Corp.
4.83%
Ecolab, Inc.
4.13%
Geberit AG
3.43%
Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc.
3.36%
Watts Water Technologies, Inc.
3.13%
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corp.
2.60%
American States Water Co.
2.34%
California Water Service Group
2.10%
Core & Main, Inc.
2.03%
EFRA
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp.
6.41%
Smurfit WestRock Plc
6.38%
American Water Works Co., Inc.
6.31%
Veralto Corp.
6.23%
Xylem, Inc.
6.17%
Veolia Environnement SA
5.83%
Clean Harbors, Inc.
4.31%
United Utilities Group Plc
3.69%
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP
3.38%
Essential Utilities, Inc.
3.05%
Severn Trent Plc
2.89%
Pentair plc
2.84%
Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc.
2.67%
Watts Water Technologies, Inc.
2.50%
NGK Corp.
2.32%
Frequently asked questions about CGW and EFRA
How have the CGW and EFRA ETFs performed in 2026?
As of September 17, 2026, CGW is up 0.77% year-to-date (YTD), while EFRA has returned 5.87%. That puts EFRA better performer ahead so far this year.
Which ETF is attracting more investor money: CGW or EFRA?
Year-to-date, the CGW ETF saw +$41M in flows, compared to - for EFRA.
Which ETF is more volatile: CGW or EFRA?
Over the past year, CGW had a volatility of 12.95%, while EFRA experienced 14.26%.
Which ETF is bigger: CGW or EFRA?
As of September 17, 2026, CGW holds $1.03 B in assets under management (AUM), while EFRA manages $5.57 M.
What sectors do the CGW and EFRA ETFs invest in?
CGW leans toward sectors like Utilities, Industrials and Non-Energy Materials. Meanwhile, EFRA focuses on Industrials, Utilities and Non-Energy Materials.
What are the top holdings of the CGW ETF and EFRA ETF?
CGW top holdings include American Water Works Co., Inc., Xylem, Inc. and Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP. EFRA holds in its top three: Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp., Smurfit WestRock Plc and American Water Works Co., Inc..
Which ETF is more diversified: CGW or EFRA?
CGW holds 66 securities with 68.16% of its assets in the top 15. EFRA has 80 securities and a top 15 weight of 64.99%.
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