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BMO Global Infrastructure Fund Active ETF Series (BGIF) and BMO Global Infrastructure Index ETF (ZGI) offer distinct profiles for Canadian ETF investors. A direct comparison shows that BGIF focuses its top 3 sector exposures on Utilities, Industrials, and Energy, while ZGI leans towards Energy, Utilities, and Real Estate. When evaluating costs, BGIF features a management fee (MER) of 1.19%, compared to 0.55% for ZGI. Performance-wise, BGIF has returned 8.58% year-to-date with +$2 M in net flows, whereas ZGI is at 15.57% with +$12 M. 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
BGIF
ZGI
| AuM | $2.69 M | $515.68 M |
| Management Fees | 1.19% | 0.55% |
| Exp. ratio | 1.17% | 0.61% |
| Tracking Difference | - | 0.06% |
Historical performance and flows
As of June 11, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | BGIF | +0.54% | +1.68% | +8.58% | +14.47% | - |
ZGI | +2.82% | +3.01% | +15.57% | +18.90% | +55.74% | |
| Flows | BGIF | -$0 M | +$1 M | +$2 M | -$60 M | - |
ZGI | +$13 M | +$10 M | +$12 M | -$132 M | -$263 M |
BGIF vs ZGI exposure
Countries
BGIF
USA
42.14%
Canada
14.15%
Spain
8.98%
Other
34.72%
ZGI
USA
78.33%
Canada
21.57%
Sectors
BGIF
Utilities
44.08%
Industrials
26.12%
Energy
20.12%
Other
9.68%
ZGI
Energy
44.10%
Utilities
34.27%
Real Estate
11.25%
Other
10.26%
As of June 11, 2026
Top 10 Holdings
BGIF
NEXTERA ENERGY
6.60%
ENBRIDGE
5.28%
ES0105046017
4.89%
TRANSURBAN GRP REIT
4.20%
DUKE ENERGY
4.14%
IBERDROLA SA
4.09%
WILLIAMS
3.85%
SOUTHERN
3.54%
ENEL GLOBAL TRADING
2.90%
TC ENERGY CORP
2.82%
ZGI
ENBRIDGE
9.11%
WILLIAMS
7.01%
US6362744095
6.69%
AMERICAN TOWER CL A REIT
6.52%
TC ENERGY CORP
5.21%
KINDER MORGAN
4.88%
SEMPRA ENERGY
4.74%
CHENIERE ENERGY
4.60%
ONEOK
4.40%
TARGA RESOURCS
4.20%
Diversification
BGIF
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 41 total
42.32%
ZGI
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 49 total
57.36%
Characteristics
Compare
BGIF
ZGI
| Provider | BMO | BMO |
| Management | Actively managed | Passively managed |
| Benchmark | - | Dow Jones Brookfield Global Infrastructure North American Listed Net Total Return Index - CAD |
| Replication Method | Direct (Physical) | |
| Asset Class | Equity | Equity |
| Dividend Policy | Distributing | Distributing |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 2.79% | 2.29% |
| Meets ESG criteria | No | No |
| Inception Date | June 26, 2023 | January 19, 2010 |
Frequently asked questions about BGIF and ZGI
Which ETF has performed better year to date: BGIF or ZGI?
As of June 11, 2026, BGIF has returned 8.58% year to date, while ZGI has returned 15.57%. ZGI is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: BGIF or ZGI?
As of June 11, 2026, BGIF manages $2.69 M in assets, while ZGI manages $515.68 M. ZGI is the larger fund by AUM.
How are BGIF and ZGI managed?
BGIF is actively managed by BMO. It does not track an index. ZGI is passively managed by BMO. It tracks the Dow Jones Brookfield Global Infrastructure North American Listed Net Total Return Index - CAD benchmark.
What sectors do BGIF and ZGI emphasize?
BGIF is most exposed to Utilities, Industrials, and Energy. ZGI is most exposed to Energy, Utilities, and Real Estate.
Which ETF is attracting more investor flows: BGIF or ZGI?
Year to date, BGIF has seen +$1.60 M in net flows, compared with +$11.56 M for ZGI. ZGI has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of BGIF and ZGI compare?
BGIF has an expense ratio of 1.17%, while ZGI has an expense ratio of 0.61%.
What are the top holdings of BGIF and ZGI?
BGIF's largest holdings include NEXTERA ENERGY and ENBRIDGE. ZGI's top holdings include ENBRIDGE and WILLIAMS.
Which ETF is more diversified: BGIF or ZGI?
BGIF holds 39 securities, while ZGI holds 43. On holdings count, ZGI is the more diversified portfolio.
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