Claremont Global Fund (Hedged) Active ETF (CGHE) Review & Analysis

MER Β· #494 of 514AUM Β· #377 of 5081Y Return Β· #352 of 426
What's new this monthData to 30 September 2026
  • βˆ’2.9% in September (total return), behind the median international shares ETF at +0.0%.
  • Investors withdrew a net $2.2m (-6.4% of the fund).
  • The unit price closed the month at $1.48, 18% below its 12-month high (range $1.34 to $1.79).

About CGHE

CGHE is an international shares ETF from Claremont Global, listed on the ASX since February 2024. With $32m under management it is number 188 of 254 international shares ETFs by size. The management fee is 1.25% a year, about $125 on every $10,000 invested, dearer than the typical international shares ETF at 0.55%.

Over the past year it returned βˆ’3.4%, against +10.4% for the median international shares ETF.

CGHE distributions and dividend dates

The latest distribution was $0.2002 per unit (0% franked), ex-distribution on 1 July 2026 and paid on 20 July 2026. To receive it you need to own CGHE before the ex-date.

From ASX announcements, updated nightly. See every ETF in the dividend calendar.

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CGHE price by TradingView

Stock CodeCGHE
Fund ManagerClaremont Global
Asset ClassInternational shares
AUM$32m
MER (%)1.25%
Net flows (Sep)βˆ’$2.2m
Last Price$1.48
52-Week Range$1.34 – $1.79
Bid/Ask Spread0.55%
Listing Date12/02/2024
ExchangeASX
IndexNone: actively managed. See the PDS for its benchmark
Issuer websiteClaremont Global β†—

Performance (% return)

-3%-2%-1%0%1M-2.9%1Y-3.4%3Yn/a5Yn/a
1 monthβˆ’2.9%
1 yearβˆ’3.4%
3 years p.a.–
5 years p.a.–

$10,000 invested…

1 year ago$9,656

Value at 30 September 2026 with distributions reinvested, before tax and brokerage.

Total returns including distributions, to 30 September 2026. 1M, 1Y, 3Y and 5Y bars are cumulative.

CGHE at a glance: strengths and things to watch

πŸ‘ Strengths

  • Nothing stands out against its category.

⚠️ Things to watch

  • Higher fee. At 1.25% a year it costs more than 94% of international shares ETFs (median 0.55%), or about $70 a year more on every $10,000.
  • Small fund. With $32m under management, it is more at risk of being closed or merged than larger funds, and trading can be thinner.
  • Money is flowing out. Investors withdrew a net $2.2m in September (7% of the fund).
  • Wider trading spread. 0.55% between the buy and sell price. Use a limit order.
  • Short track record. Listed in February 2024, so it hasn't been tested through a full market cycle.

Worked out from CGHE's fees, size, flows, returns and trend against the 257 international shares ETFs in Australia, to 30 September 2026. General information, not a recommendation.

Joshua StegaetfadviserTrend check
Base since 5 Aug 2026

CGHE is in a base. Here's why that matters.

CGHE's moving averages are tangled and the price is moving sideways. The trend hasn't picked a direction yet. Its price is 7.4% below its 12-month high.

Why it matters: Bases are where the next big move starts. A breakout can begin a new uptrend, while a breakdown can start a long fall. Buying a satellite before the breakout often means waiting months for nothing to happen.

At ETF Adviser the core of a portfolio stays invested through every stage, and satellite ETFs are only bought in an uptrend. Members get a weekly update on which ETFs are breaking out of a base and which trends have broken.

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CGHE weekly price, past 12 months, shaded by trend stage. Stage as at 7 November 2026, updated weekly. A technical label, not a recommendation.

Investment Focus

Exposure Regions

Global

Themes & Sectors

Currency hedgedActive ETFs

Similar ETFs

CodeNameSame holdingsMERAUM1Y3Y p.a.5Y p.a.
VGADVanguard MSCI Index International Shares (Hedged) ETF Currency hedged–0.21%$7.9bn+17.1%+19.8%+10.8%
IHVViShares S&P 500 (AUD Hedged) ETF Currency hedged–0.10%$4.3bn+15.4%+21.0%+10.9%
DFGHDimensional Global Core Equity Trust (AUD Hedged Class) – Active ETF Currency hedged–0.36%$4.2bn+18.2%––
HGBLBetashares Global Shares Currency Hedged ETF Currency hedged–0.11%$3.0bn+17.4%+20.6%–
QHALVanEck MSCI International Quality (AUD Hedged) ETF Currency hedged–0.43%$2.7bn+16.5%+17.8%+9.7%
HNDQBetashares Nasdaq 100 Currency Hedged ETF Currency hedged–0.51%$961m+22.3%+25.3%+13.1%

Same holdings is the share of CGHE's money in companies the other ETF also holds, weighted by size. No other ETF shares much with CGHE, so these are ETFs in the same category. See every ETF like CGHE β†’

CGHE vs its closest alternatives

What actually differs between CGHE and the ETFs most like it. Data to 30 Sep 2026.

VGAD Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares (Hedged) ETF

  • VGAD is cheaper (0.21% vs 1.25%), worth about $66,139 on $100,000 over 20 years.
  • Over 1 year: CGHE βˆ’3.4%, VGAD +17.1% (VGAD ahead by 20.5 percentage points).
  • VGAD is much larger ($7.9bn vs $32m), which usually means tighter trading spreads.

Compare CGHE and VGAD side by side β†’

IHVV iShares S&P 500 (AUD Hedged) ETF

  • IHVV is cheaper (0.10% vs 1.25%), worth about $73,879 on $100,000 over 20 years.
  • Over 1 year: CGHE βˆ’3.4%, IHVV +15.4% (IHVV ahead by 18.8 percentage points).
  • IHVV is much larger ($4.3bn vs $32m), which usually means tighter trading spreads.

Compare CGHE and IHVV side by side β†’

DFGH Dimensional Global Core Equity Trust (AUD Hedged Class) – Active ETF

  • DFGH is cheaper (0.36% vs 1.25%), worth about $55,825 on $100,000 over 20 years.
  • Over 1 year: CGHE βˆ’3.4%, DFGH +18.2% (DFGH ahead by 21.7 percentage points).
  • DFGH is much larger ($4.2bn vs $32m), which usually means tighter trading spreads.

Compare CGHE and DFGH side by side β†’

General information only. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.

CGHE FAQs

What is the fee for CGHE?

CGHE charges a management fee (MER) of 1.25% a year, according to the TMX Australia monthly funds report as at 30 September 2026.

How big is CGHE?

CGHE had $32m in funds under management as at 30 September 2026.

How has CGHE performed?

CGHE returned βˆ’3.4% over the year to 30 September 2026 (total return, including distributions). Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.

Who manages CGHE?

CGHE is managed by Claremont Global and has been listed since February 2024.

Is CGHE franked?

Generally no. CGHE invests outside Australia, so its distributions carry little or no franking credits. Franking comes from Australian companies that have paid tax here.

Is CGHE currency hedged?

Yes. CGHE is currency hedged, so changes in the Australian dollar have little effect on its returns. You get the return of the underlying investments in their local currency, less a small cost of hedging.

Disclaimer

This review is general information only and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the Claremont Global product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) before investing. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.