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CI Canadian Aggregate Bond Index ETF (CAGG) and BMO Equal Weight Banks Index ETF (ZEB) offer distinct profiles for Canadian ETF investors. A direct comparison shows that CAGG focuses its top 3 sector exposures on Municipal, Sovereign, and Government agencies, while ZEB leans towards Financials. When evaluating costs, CAGG features a management fee (MER) of 0.18%, compared to 0.25% for ZEB. Performance-wise, CAGG has returned 0.32% year-to-date with -$228 M in net flows, whereas ZEB is at 14.3% with -$1,013 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
CAGG
ZEB
| AuM | $736.89 M | $5,224.43 M |
| Management Fees | 0.18% | 0.25% |
| Exp. ratio | 0.08% | 0.28% |
| Tracking Difference | - | -0.67% |
Historical performance and flows
As of April 30, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | CAGG | +0.38% | -0.25% | +0.32% | +1.54% | +11.71% |
ZEB | +15.01% | +14.75% | +14.30% | +66.34% | +117.47% | |
| Flows | CAGG | +$15 M | -$119 M | -$228 M | -$362 M | +$725 M |
ZEB | -$257 M | -$1,029 M | -$1,013 M | -$1,932 M | -$1,438 M |
CAGG vs ZEB exposure
Countries
CAGG
Canada
99.86%
ZEB
Canada
100.00%
Sectors
CAGG
Municipal
29.54%
Sovereign
26.17%
Other
11.91%
Government agencies
7.23%
Other
25.14%
ZEB
Financials
100.00%
As of April 30, 2026
Top 10 Holdings
CAGG
CA135087T388
2.64%
Canada, Bonds 3.25% 1jun2035, CAD
2.23%
Canada, Bonds 3.25% 1dec2034, CAD
1.88%
Canada, Bonds 2.75% 1mar2030, CAD
1.75%
CA135087T537
1.74%
Canada, Bonds 2.75% 1may2027, CAD
1.68%
Canada, Bond 1.5 1jun2031 10Y
1.48%
Canada, Bond 1.25 1jun2030 10Y
1.46%
CA135087T461
1.25%
CA135087T792
1.17%
ZEB
ROYAL BK CANADA
17.14%
TORONTO DOMINION
17.02%
BNS
16.62%
BANK OF MONTREAL
16.48%
CDN IMPERIAL BK
16.40%
NATIONAL BANK OF CANADA
16.33%
Diversification
CAGG
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 1,046 total
17.26%
ZEB
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 6 total
100.00%
Characteristics
Compare
CAGG
ZEB
| Provider | CI | BMO |
| Management | Passively managed | Passively managed |
| Benchmark | FTSE Canada Universe Bond TR Index - CAD | Solactive Equal Weight Canada Banks GTR Index - CAD |
| Replication Method | Direct (Physical) | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset Class | Fixed Income | Equity |
| Dividend Policy | Distributing | Distributing |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 3.53% | 2.64% |
| Meets ESG criteria | No | No |
| Inception Date | June 22, 2017 | October 20, 2009 |
Frequently asked questions about CAGG and ZEB
Which ETF has performed better year to date: CAGG or ZEB?
As of April 30, 2026, CAGG has returned 0.32% year to date, while ZEB has returned 14.30%. ZEB is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: CAGG or ZEB?
As of April 30, 2026, CAGG manages $736.89 M in assets, while ZEB manages $5.22 B. ZEB is the larger fund by AUM.
How are CAGG and ZEB managed?
CAGG is passively managed by CI. It tracks the FTSE Canada Universe Bond TR Index - CAD benchmark. ZEB is passively managed by BMO. It tracks the Solactive Equal Weight Canada Banks GTR Index - CAD benchmark.
What sectors do CAGG and ZEB emphasize?
CAGG is most exposed to Municipal, Sovereign, and Government agencies. ZEB is most exposed to Financials.
Which ETF is attracting more investor flows: CAGG or ZEB?
Year to date, CAGG has seen -$228.06 M in net flows, compared with -$1,012.88 M for ZEB. CAGG has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of CAGG and ZEB compare?
CAGG has an expense ratio of 0.08%, while ZEB has an expense ratio of 0.28%.
What are the top holdings of CAGG and ZEB?
CAGG's largest holdings include Canada, Bonds 3.25% 1jun2035, CAD and Canada, Bonds 3.25% 1dec2034, CAD. ZEB's top holdings include ROYAL BK CANADA, TORONTO DOMINION, and BNS.
Which ETF is more diversified: CAGG or ZEB?
CAGG holds 962 securities, while ZEB holds 6. On holdings count, CAGG is the more diversified portfolio.
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