TIPFvsTLTETF Comparison
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TIPF
Northern Trust 2036 Inflation-Linked Distributing Ladder ETF
This fund is part of
Inflation-linked Bonds
+0.03%
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Northern Trust 2036 Inflation-Linked Distributing Ladder ETF (TIPF) belongs to the Inflation-linked Bonds segment. iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF (TLT) is part of the US Government Bonds segment. TIPF's top 1 sector exposures are Sovereign. In contrast, TLT's top sector exposures are Sovereign and Non-Corporate. TIPF is more expensive with a Total Expense Ratio (TER) of 0.18%, versus 0.15% for TLT. Run a side-by-side ETF comparison of TIPF 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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TIPF vs TLT performance and flow charts
Performance
Cumulative Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of 10/28/2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | TIPF TLT | +1.84%+3.44% | n/a-2.71% | n/a-3.91% | n/a-7.88% | n/a+9.58% | n/a-34.18% |
| Flows | TIPF TLT | -+$225M | -+$5.35B | -+$2.60B | -+$2.46B | -+$9.25B | -+$49.16B |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | TIPF TLT | n/a+11.20% | n/a+9.56% | n/a+12.70% | n/a+15.41% |
| Max drawdown | TIPF TLT | n/a-7.39% | n/a-12.42% | n/a-16.55% | n/a-43.68% |
| Max drawdown duration | TIPF TLT | n/a92d | n/a241d | n/a772d | n/a1788d |
Trading data
TIPF | TLT | |
Last sale 10/28/2026 at 1:30 PM | $98.71 | $81.31 |
| Previous close 10/28/2026 | $98.70 | $80.99 |
| Consolidated volume 10/28/2026 | ||
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| Average discount or premium 30 days | ||
| Average Bid/Ask spread 30 days |
Replication quality
Data as of October 29, 2026
1-year trailing difference
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TIPF
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Main metrics
Last update 10/28/2026 at 1:30 PM
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TIPF | TLT | |
|---|---|---|
| Last price | $98.71 | $81.31 |
| 1D performance | +0.01% | +0.40% |
| AuM | $1.97 M | $47.07 B |
| E/R | 0.18% | 0.15% |
Characteristics
TIPF | TLT | |
|---|---|---|
| Management strategy | Active | Passive |
| Provider | Northern Trust | iShares |
| Benchmark | - | ICE U.S. Treasury 20+ Year Bond Index |
| N° of holdings | 10 | 48 |
| Asset class | - | Fixed Income |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join | Join |
| Inception date | August 26, 2026 | July 22, 2002 |
| ESG | No | No |
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Exposure
Countries
TIPF
USA
100%
Other
-0%
TLT
USA
99.66%
Other
0.34%
Sectors
TIPF
Sovereign
100%
Other
-0%
TLT
Sovereign
98.58%
Other
1.42%
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Diversification
TIPF
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 10
100%
TLT
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 15
58.22%
Top 15 holdings
Data as of August 31, 2026
TIPF
USA, TIPS 0.125% 15jul2031, USD (D-2031)
10.79%
USA, TIPS 1.625% 15oct2027, USD (AE-2027)
10.65%
USA, TIPS 2.375% 15oct2028, USD (AE-2028)
10.43%
USA, TIPS 0.625% 15jul2032, USD (D-2032)
10.02%
USA, TIPS 1.625% 15oct2029, USD (AE-2029)
9.96%
USA, TIPS 1.375% 15jul2033, USD (D-2033)
9.90%
USA, TIPS 1.875% 15jul2034, USD (D-2034)
9.82%
USA, TIPS 1.875% 15jul2035, USD (D-2035)
9.50%
USA, TIPS 1.125% 15oct2030, USD (AE-2030)
9.46%
USA, TIPS 2.375% 15jul2036, USD (D-2036)
9.45%
TLT
USA, Bonds 4.75% 15may2055, USD
4.51%
USA, Bonds 4.625% 15may2054, USD
4.28%
USA, Bonds 4.125% 15aug2053, USD
4.19%
USA, Bonds 4.75% 15feb2056, USD
4.14%
USA, Bonds 4.25% 15feb2054, USD
4.04%
USA, Bonds 5% 15may2056, USD
4.03%
USA, Bonds 4.75% 15nov2053, USD
3.98%
USA, Bonds 4.25% 15aug2054, USD
3.95%
USA, Bonds 4.625% 15nov2055, USD
3.85%
USA, Bonds 4.625% 15feb2055, USD
3.81%
USA, Bonds 4.5% 15nov2054, USD
3.80%
USA, Bonds 1.875% 15nov2051, USD
3.80%
USA, Bonds 2% 15aug2051, USD
3.35%
USA, Bonds 4.75% 15aug2055, USD
3.31%
USA, Bonds 3.625% 15may2053, USD
3.16%
Frequently asked questions about TIPF and TLT
Which ETF is bigger: TIPF or TLT?
As of October 28, 2026, TIPF holds $1.97 M in assets under management (AUM), while TLT manages $47.07 B.
What sectors do the TIPF and TLT ETFs invest in?
TIPF leans toward sectors like Sovereign. Meanwhile, TLT focuses on Sovereign.
What are the top holdings of the TIPF ETF and TLT ETF?
TIPF top holdings include USA, TIPS 0.125% 15jul2031, USD (D-2031), USA, TIPS 1.625% 15oct2027, USD (AE-2027) and USA, TIPS 2.375% 15oct2028, USD (AE-2028). TLT holds in its top three: USA, Bonds 4.75% 15may2055, USD, USA, Bonds 4.625% 15may2054, USD and USA, Bonds 4.125% 15aug2053, USD.
Which ETF is more diversified: TIPF or TLT?
TIPF has 10 securities. TLT has 48 securities and a top 15 weight of 58.22%.
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