TIPCvsTLTETF Comparison
ETF 1
TIPC
Northern Trust 2045 Inflation-Linked Distributing Ladder ETF
This fund is part of
Inflation-linked Bonds
-0.34%
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Northern Trust 2045 Inflation-Linked Distributing Ladder ETF (TIPC) belongs to the Inflation-linked Bonds segment. iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF (TLT) is part of the US Government Bonds segment. TIPC's top 1 sector exposures are Sovereign. In contrast, TLT's top sector exposures are Sovereign and Non-Corporate. TIPC is less expensive with a Total Expense Ratio (TER) of 0.1%, versus 0.15% for TLT. TIPC is down -1.27% year-to-date (YTD) with +$3M in YTD flows. TLT performs worse with -4.47% YTD performance, and +$3.21B in YTD flows. Run a side-by-side ETF comparison of TIPC and TLT 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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TIPC vs TLT performance and flow charts
Performance
Cumulative Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of 09/11/2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | TIPC TLT | -0.98%-1.26% | -2.34%-4.86% | -1.27%-4.47% | -2.36%-6.35% | n/a-2.02% | n/a-35.45% |
| Flows | TIPC TLT | +$3M+$3.74B | +$2M+$9.49B | +$3M+$3.21B | +$4M+$3.41B | -+$14.83B | -+$48.23B |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | TIPC TLT | +4.37%+9.44% | +4.29%+9.07% | n/a+13.29% | n/a+15.47% |
| Max drawdown | TIPC TLT | -2.82%-6.53% | -3.24%-8.60% | n/a-14.78% | n/a-43.68% |
| Max drawdown duration | TIPC TLT | 74d74d | 194d194d | n/a725d | n/a1741d |
Trading data
TIPC | TLT | |
Last sale 9/11/2026 at 1:30 PM | $94.90 | $80.87 |
| Previous close 09/10/2026 | $95.34 | $80.78 |
| Consolidated volume 09/10/2026 | ||
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| Average Bid/Ask spread 30 days |
Replication quality
Data as of September 12, 2026
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TIPC
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Main metrics
Last update 9/11/2026 at 1:30 PM
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TIPC | TLT | |
|---|---|---|
| Last price | $94.90 | $80.87 |
| 1D performance | -0.47% | +0.11% |
| AuM | $5.69 M | $47.43 B |
| E/R | 0.1% | 0.15% |
Characteristics
TIPC | TLT | |
|---|---|---|
| Management strategy | Active | Passive |
| Provider | FlexShares | iShares |
| Benchmark | - | ICE U.S. Treasury 20+ Year Bond Index |
| N° of holdings | 16 | 47 |
| Asset class | - | Fixed Income |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join | Join |
| Inception date | August 19, 2025 | July 22, 2002 |
| ESG | No | No |
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Exposure
Countries
TIPC
USA
99.72%
Other
0.28%
TLT
USA
100%
Other
0%
Sectors
TIPC
Sovereign
99.72%
Other
0.28%
TLT
Sovereign
100%
Other
0%
Diversification
TIPC
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 15
95.49%
TLT
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 15
59.52%
Top 15 holdings
Data as of July 31, 2026
TIPC
USA, TIPS 2.125% 15feb2040, USD
12.74%
USA, TIPS 2.125% 15feb2041, USD
12.41%
USA, TIPS 1.875% 15jul2034, USD (D-2034)
9.10%
USA, TIPS 1.875% 15jul2035, USD (D-2035)
8.80%
USA, TIPS 0.125% 15oct2026, USD (AE-2026)
5.33%
USA, TIPS 0.125% 15jul2031, USD (D-2031)
4.99%
USA, TIPS 1.375% 15feb2044, USD
4.93%
USA, TIPS 1.625% 15oct2027, USD (AE-2027)
4.92%
USA, TIPS 2.375% 15oct2028, USD (AE-2028)
4.83%
USA, TIPS 0.75% 15feb2042, USD
4.77%
USA, TIPS 0.625% 15jul2032, USD (D-2032)
4.64%
USA, TIPS 1.625% 15oct2029, USD (AE-2029)
4.61%
USA, TIPS 1.375% 15jul2033, USD (D-2033)
4.58%
USA, TIPS 0.625% 15feb2043, USD
4.47%
USA, TIPS 1.125% 15oct2030, USD (AE-2030)
4.38%
TLT
USA, Bonds 4.125% 15aug2053, USD
4.68%
USA, Bonds 4.75% 15nov2053, USD
4.55%
USA, Bonds 4.75% 15may2055, USD
4.51%
USA, Bonds 4.625% 15may2054, USD
4.45%
USA, Bonds 4.25% 15feb2054, USD
4.13%
USA, Bonds 4.75% 15feb2056, USD
4.04%
USA, Bonds 4.25% 15aug2054, USD
4.03%
USA, Bonds 3.625% 15may2053, USD
3.90%
USA, Bonds 4.625% 15feb2055, USD
3.89%
USA, Bonds 2% 15aug2051, USD
3.80%
USA, Bonds 4.5% 15nov2054, USD
3.79%
USA, Bonds 1.875% 15nov2051, USD
3.79%
USA, Bonds 4% 15nov2052, USD
3.66%
USA, Bonds 4.625% 15nov2055, USD
3.25%
USA, Bonds 3.625% 15feb2053, USD
3.04%
Frequently asked questions about TIPC and TLT
How have the TIPC and TLT ETFs performed in 2026?
As of September 11, 2026, TIPC is down -1.27% year-to-date (YTD), while TLT has lost -4.47%. That puts TIPC better performer ahead so far this year.
Which ETF is attracting more investor money: TIPC or TLT?
Year-to-date, the TIPC ETF saw +$3M in flows, compared to +$3.21B for TLT.
Which ETF is more volatile: TIPC or TLT?
Over the past year, TIPC had a volatility of 4.29%, while TLT experienced 9.07%.
Which ETF is bigger: TIPC or TLT?
As of September 11, 2026, TIPC holds $5.69 M in assets under management (AUM), while TLT manages $47.43 B.
What sectors do the TIPC and TLT ETFs invest in?
TIPC leans toward sectors like Sovereign. Meanwhile, TLT focuses on Sovereign.
What are the top holdings of the TIPC ETF and TLT ETF?
TIPC top holdings include USA, TIPS 2.125% 15feb2040, USD, USA, TIPS 2.125% 15feb2041, USD and USA, TIPS 1.875% 15jul2034, USD (D-2034). TLT holds in its top three: USA, Bonds 4.125% 15aug2053, USD, USA, Bonds 4.75% 15nov2053, USD and USA, Bonds 4.75% 15may2055, USD.
Which ETF is more diversified: TIPC or TLT?
TIPC holds 16 securities with 95.49% of its assets in the top 15. TLT has 47 securities and a top 15 weight of 59.52%.
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