Invesco CurrencyShares Canadian Dollar Trust: 2025 Annual Report – Key Points for Investors

Overview

Invesco CurrencyShares Canadian Dollar Trust (“the Trust”) has released its Annual Report for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025. The Trust provides investors exposure to the Canadian Dollar (CAD) relative to the U.S. Dollar (USD) by holding CAD in deposit accounts, with Shares trading on NYSE Arca. The Trust is sponsored by Invesco Specialized Products, LLC, and as of January 31, 2026, it had 72 holders of record and 1,100,000 shares outstanding.

Key Financial Highlights

• Assets: The Trust holds Canadian Dollars in deposit accounts; its NAV fluctuates directly with the CAD/USD exchange rate.
• Yield: The annualized yield for the Trust is currently low, reflecting the interest rate paid by the Depository, which has trended downward to 0.51% in the past year.
• Expenses: Operating expenses accrue daily and may exceed interest income, potentially resulting in net comprehensive losses for shareholders.
• Shareholder Rights: Shareholders do not have traditional corporate rights (e.g., electing directors) and are not protected by FDIC or Investment Company Act insurance. Only Authorized Participants can create or redeem baskets; other investors must trade in secondary markets.

Risks and Price Sensitive Information

Economic Risks

The value of the Shares is directly tied to the CAD/USD exchange rate. Several factors can materially affect the CAD and thus the Shares:

• Sovereign debt levels and trade deficits
• Domestic and foreign inflation, interest rates, and investor expectations
• Currency exchange rates and volatility
• Investment and trading activities by mutual funds, hedge funds, and currency funds
• Global, regional, or national political, economic, or financial events

The Trust warns that price fluctuations in the Canadian Dollar can materially and adversely affect investment in the Shares. A decline in CAD’s value will generally result in a decline in Share value. Additionally, gradual declines may occur due to operating expenses, regardless of CAD price direction.

Regulatory Risks

• Changes in U.S. tariff and trade policies may increase exchange rate volatility, materially impacting the performance of the Shares.
• Shareholders do not have protections associated with demand deposit accounts or investment companies (e.g., FDIC insurance or the Investment Company Act).
• The Sponsor and Trustee may amend the Depositary Trust Agreement without shareholder consent, including changes that could increase fees or reduce rights.

Operational and Cybersecurity Risks

• Increasing reliance on technology exposes the Trust to cyber threats; while no material impact has occurred yet, such risks could affect operations and Shareholder value.

Liquidity and Market Information

Shares trade on NYSE Arca. Shareholders who are not Authorized Participants can only buy or sell in secondary markets. The market price of Shares fluctuates with NAV, supply, and demand – potentially trading at premiums or discounts to NAV.

No unregistered sales occurred during the year; no equity compensation plans exist.

Internal Controls and Audit

• Management, led by Principal Executive Officer Brian Hartigan and Principal Financial and Accounting Officer Kelli Gallegos, assessed internal control over financial reporting using COSO criteria and concluded controls are effective.
• External audit by PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP confirmed the effectiveness of internal controls.

Critical Accounting Estimates

The Sponsor uses estimates and assumptions affecting asset/liability reporting and disclosures. Investors should review Note 3 of the financial statements for details on accounting policies.

Forward-Looking Statements

The report contains forward-looking statements regarding expected performance, based on current expectations. These are not guarantees of future performance; actual results may differ due to CAD price volatility and other risks.

Potential Price-Sensitive Issues

• CAD/USD volatility, especially from global macroeconomic changes or U.S. trade/tariff policy shifts, is likely to affect Share value.
• Ongoing low interest rates mean that expenses may continue to exceed income, potentially eroding Share value.
• Any amendment to the Trust agreement that increases fees or reduces rights without shareholder input could impact Share value.
• Cybersecurity incidents, while not yet material, could impact operations and market confidence.

Conclusion

Investors in Invesco CurrencyShares Canadian Dollar Trust should carefully monitor CAD/USD exchange rates, Trust expenses, regulatory developments, and operational risks, as these factors materially impact Share value. The Trust structure provides limited shareholder rights and is subject to ongoing risks from market volatility, regulatory changes, and cyber threats.

Disclaimer: This article is based on the Trust’s 2025 Annual Report and is intended for informational purposes only. It does not constitute investment advice. Investors should review the full report and consult professional advisors before making investment decisions. Forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties; actual results may differ.

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