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When evaluating costs, BESG features a management fee (MER) of 0.35%, compared to 0.08% for ZAG. Performance-wise, BESG has returned 0.09% year-to-date with -$16 M in net flows, whereas ZAG is at 0.81% with +$2 B. Use the comparison tool below to benchmark these funds across top 10 holdings, yield, sector weights and historical returns.
NAV Performance and Flows
Key Data
Compare
BESG
ZAG
| AuM | $102.25 M | $13,438.53 M |
| Management Fees | 0.35% | 0.08% |
| Exp. ratio | 0.39% | 0.09% |
| Tracking Difference | - | - |
Historical performance and flows
As of November 2, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | BESG | +0.79% | -1.16% | +0.09% | -0.89% | +17.44% |
ZAG | +1.45% | -0.44% | +0.81% | -0.08% | +13.57% | |
| Flows | BESG | -$1 M | -$3 M | -$16 M | -$18 M | -$7 M |
ZAG | +$312 M | +$437 M | +$1,506 M | +$2,202 M | +$7,575 M |
BESG vs ZAG exposure
Countries
BESG
Exposure data will be available soon
ZAG
Canada
95.65%
Sectors
BESG
Exposure data will be available soon
ZAG
Sovereign
34.55%
Municipal
30.80%
Finance
11.12%
Government Agencies
9.39%
Other
14.14%
As of November 2, 2026
Top 10 Holdings
BESG
Exposure data will be available soon
ZAG
Canada, Bonds 3% 1jun2034, CAD
4.26%
Canada, Bonds 2.5% 1nov2027, CAD
3.74%
Canada, Bonds 2.25% 1feb2028, CAD
2.97%
Canada, Bond 2.25 1jun2029 10Y
2.92%
Canada, Bonds 2.75% 1dec2055, CAD
2.80%
Canada Housing Trust, 1.1% 15mar2031, CAD (95)
2.69%
Province of Quebec, 3.5% 1dec2048, CAD (B117)
2.35%
Bank of Montreal, 3.19% 1mar2028, CAD
2.25%
Province of Quebec, 2.75% 1sep2028, CAD (B124)
2.23%
Canada, Bonds 2.75% 1mar2030, CAD
2.20%
Diversification
BESG
Exposure data will be available soon
ZAG
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 86 total
28.40%
Characteristics
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BESG
ZAG
| Provider | Invesco | BMO |
| Management | Actively managed | Passively managed |
| Benchmark | - | FTSE Canada Universe Bond TR Index - CAD |
| Replication Method | - | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset Class | Fixed Income | Fixed Income |
| Dividend Policy | Distributing | Distributing |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 3.91% | 3.45% |
| Meets ESG criteria | Yes | No |
| Inception Date | August 24, 2012 | January 19, 2010 |
Frequently asked questions about BESG and ZAG
Which ETF has performed better year to date: BESG or ZAG?
As of November 2, 2026, BESG has returned 0.09% year to date, while ZAG has returned 0.81%. ZAG is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: BESG or ZAG?
As of November 2, 2026, BESG manages $102.25 M in assets, while ZAG manages $13.44 B. ZAG is the larger fund by AUM.
How are BESG and ZAG managed?
BESG is actively managed by Invesco. It does not track an index. ZAG is passively managed by BMO. It tracks the FTSE Canada Universe Bond TR Index - CAD benchmark.
Which ETF is attracting more investor flows: BESG or ZAG?
Year to date, BESG has seen -$16.05 M in net flows, compared with +$1,505.68 M for ZAG. ZAG has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of BESG and ZAG compare?
BESG has an expense ratio of 0.39%, while ZAG has an expense ratio of 0.09%.
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