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CI DoubleLine Total Return Bond US$ Fund ETF (CDLB) and BMO Equal Weight Banks Index ETF (ZEB) offer distinct profiles for Canadian ETF investors. A direct comparison shows that CDLB focuses its top 3 sector exposures on Sovereign and Other sectors, while ZEB leans towards Financials. When evaluating costs, CDLB features a management fee (MER) of 0.6%, compared to 0.25% for ZEB. Performance-wise, CDLB has returned 0.11% year-to-date with +$0 M in net flows, whereas ZEB is at 25.65% with -$1,022 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
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CDLB
ZEB
| AuM | $1.23 M | $5,709.54 M |
| Management Fees | 0.60% | 0.25% |
| Exp. ratio | 0.83% | 0.28% |
| Tracking Difference | - | -0.62% |
Historical performance and flows
As of June 15, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | CDLB | +1.03% | -0.37% | +0.11% | +3.23% | +9.56% |
ZEB | +8.57% | +22.81% | +25.65% | +68.23% | +143.56% | |
| Flows | CDLB | +$0 M | +$0 M | +$0 M | -$1 M | -$5 M |
ZEB | +$123 M | -$75 M | -$1,022 M | -$874 M | -$1,798 M |
CDLB vs ZEB exposure
Countries
CDLB
USA
99.11%
ZEB
Canada
100.00%
Sectors
CDLB
Other
93.42%
ZEB
Financials
100.00%
As of June 15, 2026
Top 10 Holdings
CDLB
USA, Bonds 1.625% 15nov2050, USD
4.66%
US3136BKUR17
3.69%
US3137H5TA58
2.91%
US38383DKZ05
2.45%
US31426WK417
2.42%
US3136BK6X56
2.20%
US3140NUHQ54
2.06%
US3132DQM602
2.01%
US3140XC3V88
1.99%
US32029GAE44
1.91%
ZEB
TORONTO DOMINION
17.02%
CDN IMPERIAL BK
16.89%
NATIONAL BANK OF CANADA
16.73%
ROYAL BK CANADA
16.71%
BNS
16.37%
BANK OF MONTREAL
16.28%
Diversification
CDLB
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 212 total
26.30%
ZEB
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 6 total
100.00%
Characteristics
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CDLB
ZEB
| Provider | CI | BMO |
| Management | Actively managed | Passively managed |
| Benchmark | - | Solactive Equal Weight Canada Banks GTR Index - CAD |
| Replication Method | Direct (Physical) | |
| Asset Class | Fixed Income | Equity |
| Dividend Policy | Distributing | Distributing |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 4.68% | 2.41% |
| Meets ESG criteria | No | No |
| Inception Date | May 12, 2020 | October 20, 2009 |
Frequently asked questions about CDLB and ZEB
Which ETF has performed better year to date: CDLB or ZEB?
As of June 15, 2026, CDLB has returned 0.11% year to date, while ZEB has returned 25.65%. ZEB is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: CDLB or ZEB?
As of June 15, 2026, CDLB manages $1.23 M in assets, while ZEB manages $5.71 B. ZEB is the larger fund by AUM.
How are CDLB and ZEB managed?
CDLB is actively managed by CI. It does not track an index. ZEB is passively managed by BMO. It tracks the Solactive Equal Weight Canada Banks GTR Index - CAD benchmark.
What sectors do CDLB and ZEB emphasize?
CDLB is most exposed to Sovereign and Other sectors. ZEB is most exposed to Financials.
Which ETF is attracting more investor flows: CDLB or ZEB?
Year to date, CDLB has seen +$0.16 M in net flows, compared with -$1,021.52 M for ZEB. CDLB has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of CDLB and ZEB compare?
CDLB has an expense ratio of 0.83%, while ZEB has an expense ratio of 0.28%.
What are the top holdings of CDLB and ZEB?
CDLB's largest holdings include USA, Bonds 1.625% 15nov2050, USD and USA, TIPS 1.625% 15oct2027, USD (AE-2027). ZEB's top holdings include TORONTO DOMINION, CDN IMPERIAL BK, and NATIONAL BANK OF CANADA.
Which ETF is more diversified: CDLB or ZEB?
CDLB holds 11 securities, while ZEB holds 6. On holdings count, CDLB is the more diversified portfolio.
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