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When evaluating costs, CQLU features a management fee (MER) of 0.3%, compared to 0.25% for ZEB. Performance-wise, CQLU has returned 3.06% year-to-date with +$132 M in net flows, whereas ZEB is at 13.33% with -$1,114 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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CQLU
ZEB
| AuM | $1,041.48 M | $5,078.46 M |
| Management Fees | 0.30% | 0.25% |
| Exp. ratio | 0.34% | 0.28% |
| Tracking Difference | - | -0.67% |
Historical performance and flows
As of May 5, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | CQLU | -2.64% | -2.29% | +3.06% | +1.28% | +28.98% |
ZEB | +8.76% | +10.94% | +13.33% | +63.23% | +117.91% | |
| Flows | CQLU | +$82 M | +$128 M | +$132 M | +$195 M | +$1,087 M |
ZEB | -$403 M | -$987 M | -$1,114 M | -$1,769 M | -$1,596 M |
CQLU vs ZEB exposure
Countries
CQLU
Exposure data will be available soon
ZEB
Canada
100.00%
Sectors
CQLU
Exposure data will be available soon
ZEB
Financials
100.00%
As of May 5, 2026
Top 10 Holdings
CQLU
Exposure data will be available soon
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
CQLU
Exposure data will be available soon
ZEB
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 6 total
100.00%
Characteristics
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CQLU
ZEB
| Provider | CIBC | BMO |
| Management | Actively managed | Passively managed |
| Benchmark | - | Solactive Equal Weight Canada Banks GTR Index - CAD |
| Replication Method | Direct (Physical) | |
| Asset Class | Equity | Equity |
| Dividend Policy | Distributing | Distributing |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 1.62% | 2.66% |
| Meets ESG criteria | No | No |
| Inception Date | November 16, 2021 | October 20, 2009 |
Frequently asked questions about CQLU and ZEB
Which ETF has performed better year to date: CQLU or ZEB?
As of May 5, 2026, CQLU has returned 3.06% year to date, while ZEB has returned 13.33%. ZEB is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: CQLU or ZEB?
As of May 5, 2026, CQLU manages $1.04 B in assets, while ZEB manages $5.08 B. ZEB is the larger fund by AUM.
How are CQLU and ZEB managed?
CQLU is actively managed by CIBC. It does not track an index. ZEB is passively managed by BMO. It tracks the Solactive Equal Weight Canada Banks GTR Index - CAD benchmark.
Which ETF is attracting more investor flows: CQLU or ZEB?
Year to date, CQLU has seen +$131.78 M in net flows, compared with -$1,113.95 M for ZEB. CQLU has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of CQLU and ZEB compare?
CQLU has an expense ratio of 0.34%, while ZEB has an expense ratio of 0.28%.
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