−4.3% in September (total return), behind the median international shares ETF at +0.0%.
Investors added a net $4.9m (1.7% of the fund).
The unit price closed the month at $49.36, 6% below its 12-month high (range $43.72 to $52.32).
About HQUS
HQUS is an international shares ETF from Betashares, listed on the ASX since July 2024. With $301m under management it is number 85 of 254 international shares ETFs by size. The management fee is 0.32% a year, about $32 on every $10,000 invested, cheaper than the typical international shares ETF at 0.55%.
Its largest holdings are Moderna Inc, PTC Inc and Accenture PLC, and the top 10 make up 3% of the fund. By sector it leans towards health care (16%) and industrials (15%).
Over the past year it returned +11.8%, against +10.4% for the median international shares ETF.
HQUS distributions and dividend dates
HQUS pays distributions yearly, usually going ex-distribution in July, with payment about 15 days after the ex-date. (Pattern estimated from recent payments.)
The latest distribution was $1.0503 per unit (0% franked), ex-distribution on 1 July 2026 and paid on 16 July 2026. To receive it you need to own HQUS before the ex-date.
Its distribution yield over the past 12 months is about 2.5%. Distributions vary and past payments are not a guide to future ones.
From ASX announcements, updated nightly. See every ETF in the dividend calendar.
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.
HQUS at a glance: strengths and things to watch
👍 Strengths
Low cost. At 0.32% a year it is cheaper than 81% of international shares ETFs.
In an uptrend. Its price has been trending up since 2 November (as at 7 November).
⚠️ Things to watch
Short track record. Listed in July 2024, so it hasn't been tested through a full market cycle.
Worked out from HQUS's fees, size, flows, returns and trend against the 257 international shares ETFs in Australia, to 30 September 2026. General information, not a recommendation.
HQUS's price is above its 20-day average and its 10, 20, 50 and 200-day averages are stacked upward. The trend is on investors' side. Its price is 3.0% below its 12-month high.
Why it matters: Uptrends are when satellite ETFs tend to do their best work. The key is knowing when the trend breaks, so gains aren't handed back.
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.
HQUS weekly price, past 12 months, shaded by trend stage. Stage as at 7 November 2026, updated weekly. A technical label, not a recommendation.
HQUS vs its benchmark
How HQUS has done against the S&P 500 Equal Weight Index (AUD hedged), after fees. For an index fund, a small shortfall roughly the size of the fee is normal.
Holdings from the issuer's published portfolio as at 30 October 2026. Breakdowns are based on the largest 400 positions, covering 83% of the fund. Compare HQUS's holdings with other ETFs →
Best-endeavours estimate. Built from each issuer's published holdings, which may be weeks or months old, may cover only part of a fund (some publish only their top 10) and are matched by company name. Figures may be incomplete or inaccurate. Check the issuer's website and PDS before relying on them. General information only.
Same holdings is the share of HQUS's money in companies the other ETF also holds, weighted by size. Most similar first, then ETFs in the same category. See every ETF like HQUS →
HQUS vs its closest alternatives
What actually differs between HQUS and the ETFs most like it. Data to 30 Sep 2026.
HQUS charges a management fee (MER) of 0.32% a year, according to the TMX Australia monthly funds report as at 30 September 2026.
How big is HQUS?
HQUS had $301m in funds under management as at 30 September 2026.
How has HQUS performed?
HQUS returned +11.8% over the year to 30 September 2026 (total return, including distributions). Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.
Who manages HQUS?
HQUS is managed by Betashares and has been listed since July 2024.
Is HQUS franked?
Generally no. HQUS invests outside Australia, so its distributions carry little or no franking credits. Franking comes from Australian companies that have paid tax here.
What does HQUS hold?
HQUS's largest holdings are Moderna Inc (0.3%), PTC Inc (0.3%), Accenture PLC (0.3%), Hasbro Inc (0.3%), Gartner Inc (0.3%). The biggest sector is health care at 13%. Holdings as at 30 October 2026.
Is HQUS currency hedged?
Yes. HQUS 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.
Is there a cheaper alternative to HQUS?
Yes. QUS (Betashares S&P 500 Equal Weight ETF) holds about 100% of the same companies and charges 0.29% a year, against 0.32% for HQUS. Note that QUS is not currency hedged, so its returns will differ when the Australian dollar moves. Check the index and size before switching, and remember selling may trigger capital gains tax.
Disclaimer
This review is general information only and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the Betashares product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) before investing. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.
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