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When evaluating costs, CNQY features a management fee (MER) of 0.4%, compared to 0.55% for ZUT. Performance-wise, CNQY has returned 62.35% year-to-date with +$1 M in net flows, whereas ZUT is at 16.24% with -$70 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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CNQY
ZUT
| AuM | $6.05 M | $862.78 M |
| Management Fees | 0.40% | 0.55% |
| Exp. ratio | 0.40% | 0.61% |
| Tracking Difference | - | -0.73% |
Historical performance and flows
As of October 16, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | CNQY | +8.66% | +30.53% | +62.35% | +78.87% | - |
ZUT | +3.85% | -4.33% | +16.24% | +9.35% | +69.53% | |
| Flows | CNQY | -$0 M | -$0 M | +$1 M | +$2 M | - |
ZUT | +$25 M | +$56 M | -$70 M | -$4 M | +$257 M |
CNQY vs ZUT exposure
Countries
CNQY
Exposure data will be available soon
ZUT
Canada
82.83%
Bermuda
17.17%
Sectors
CNQY
Exposure data will be available soon
ZUT
Utilities
82.26%
Energy
9.30%
Industrials
8.44%
As of October 16, 2026
Top 10 Holdings
CNQY
Exposure data will be available soon
ZUT
AltaGas Ltd.
9.30%
ATCO Ltd.
9.15%
Canadian Utilities Ltd.
8.78%
Brookfield Renewable Partners LP
8.73%
Capital Power Corp.
8.69%
Brookfield Infrastructure Partners LP
8.44%
Northland Power, Inc.
8.00%
TransAlta Corp.
7.98%
Emera, Inc.
7.97%
Fortis, Inc.
7.90%
Diversification
CNQY
Exposure data will be available soon
ZUT
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 12 total
84.93%
Characteristics
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CNQY
ZUT
| Provider | Purpose Investments | BMO |
| Management | Actively managed | Passively managed |
| Benchmark | - | Solactive Equal Weight Canada Utilities Total Return Index - CAD |
| Replication Method | - | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset Class | Equity | Equity |
| Dividend Policy | Distributing | Distributing |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 10.29% | 2.85% |
| Meets ESG criteria | No | No |
| Inception Date | August 21, 2025 | January 19, 2010 |
Frequently asked questions about CNQY and ZUT
Which ETF has performed better year to date: CNQY or ZUT?
As of October 16, 2026, CNQY has returned 62.35% year to date, while ZUT has returned 16.24%. CNQY is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: CNQY or ZUT?
As of October 16, 2026, CNQY manages $6.05 M in assets, while ZUT manages $862.78 M. ZUT is the larger fund by AUM.
How are CNQY and ZUT managed?
CNQY is actively managed by Purpose Investments. It does not track an index. ZUT is passively managed by BMO. It tracks the Solactive Equal Weight Canada Utilities Total Return Index - CAD benchmark.
Which ETF is attracting more investor flows: CNQY or ZUT?
Year to date, CNQY has seen +$0.89 M in net flows, compared with -$69.96 M for ZUT. CNQY has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of CNQY and ZUT compare?
CNQY has an expense ratio of 0.40%, while ZUT has an expense ratio of 0.61%.
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