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When evaluating costs, CTBF features a management fee (MER) of 0.15%, compared to 0.25% for ZEB. Performance-wise, CTBF has returned 1.21% year-to-date with +$20 M in net flows, whereas ZEB is at 28.06% with -$535 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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CTBF
ZEB
| AuM | $70.28 M | $6,306.13 M |
| Management Fees | 0.15% | 0.25% |
| Exp. ratio | 0.23% | 0.28% |
| Tracking Difference | - | -0.62% |
Historical performance and flows
As of June 17, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | CTBF | +1.41% | +0.68% | +1.21% | +3.86% | - |
ZEB | +10.10% | +24.68% | +28.06% | +71.51% | +148.45% | |
| Flows | CTBF | +$3 M | +$10 M | +$20 M | +$47 M | - |
ZEB | +$679 M | +$394 M | -$535 M | -$374 M | -$1,242 M |
CTBF vs ZEB exposure
Countries
CTBF
Exposure data will be available soon
ZEB
Canada
100.00%
Sectors
CTBF
Exposure data will be available soon
ZEB
Financials
100.00%
As of June 17, 2026
Top 10 Holdings
CTBF
Exposure data will be available soon
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
CTBF
Exposure data will be available soon
ZEB
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 6 total
100.00%
Characteristics
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CTBF
ZEB
| Provider | CIBC | 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 | 2.02% | 2.36% |
| Meets ESG criteria | No | No |
| Inception Date | July 16, 2024 | October 20, 2009 |
Frequently asked questions about CTBF and ZEB
Which ETF has performed better year to date: CTBF or ZEB?
As of June 17, 2026, CTBF has returned 1.21% year to date, while ZEB has returned 28.06%. ZEB is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: CTBF or ZEB?
As of June 17, 2026, CTBF manages $70.28 M in assets, while ZEB manages $6.31 B. ZEB is the larger fund by AUM.
How are CTBF and ZEB managed?
CTBF 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: CTBF or ZEB?
Year to date, CTBF has seen +$19.71 M in net flows, compared with -$534.91 M for ZEB. CTBF has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of CTBF and ZEB compare?
CTBF has an expense ratio of 0.23%, while ZEB has an expense ratio of 0.28%.
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