DRFD
Desjardins RI Developed ex-USA ex-Canada Multifactor - Net-Zero Emissions Pathway ETF
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Desjardins RI Developed ex-USA ex-Canada Multifactor - Net-Zero Emissions Pathway ETF (DRFD) and BMO International Dividend ETF (ZDI) offer distinct profiles for Canadian ETF investors. A direct comparison shows that DRFD focuses its top 3 sector exposures on Finance, Industrials, and Consumer Non-Cyclicals, while ZDI leans towards Finance, Industrials, and Consumer Non-Cyclicals. When evaluating costs, DRFD features a management fee (MER) of 0.6%, compared to 0.4% for ZDI. Performance-wise, DRFD has returned 13.26% year-to-date with -$56 M in net flows, whereas ZDI is at 16.83% with +$108 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
DRFD
ZDI
| AuM | $272.23 M | $946.63 M |
| Management Fees | 0.60% | 0.40% |
| Exp. ratio | 0.52% | 0.44% |
| Tracking Difference | - | - |
Historical performance and flows
As of September 3, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | DRFD | -1.15% | +4.86% | +13.26% | +25.79% | +82.05% |
ZDI | -0.99% | +5.51% | +16.83% | +25.98% | +69.67% | |
| Flows | DRFD | -$54 M | -$52 M | -$56 M | +$33 M | +$78 M |
ZDI | +$33 M | +$59 M | +$108 M | +$99 M | +$249 M |
DRFD vs ZDI exposure
Countries
DRFD
United Kingdom
19.87%
Japan
19.79%
Germany
10.80%
Netherlands
7.71%
Italy
7.28%
Other
34.56%
ZDI
Japan
20.47%
France
14.37%
United Kingdom
14.03%
Netherlands
7.60%
Switzerland
7.54%
Other
35.99%
Sectors
DRFD
Finance
31.39%
Industrials
14.41%
Consumer Non-Cyclicals
10.80%
Healthcare
10.06%
Technology
9.37%
Other
23.97%
ZDI
Finance
31.23%
Industrials
13.19%
Consumer Non-Cyclicals
8.96%
Healthcare
7.89%
Technology
7.06%
Other
31.67%
As of September 3, 2026
Top 10 Holdings
DRFD
ASML Holding NV
3.70%
HSBC Holdings Plc
2.83%
Advantest Corp.
1.62%
Lloyds Banking Group Plc
1.54%
Barclays PLC
1.51%
Bayer AG
1.42%
ABB Ltd.
1.41%
Siemens Energy AG
1.39%
Société Générale SA
1.38%
NatWest Group Plc
1.36%
ZDI
ASML Holding NV
3.15%
HSBC Holdings Plc
2.85%
Intesa Sanpaolo SpA
2.53%
Roche Holding AG
2.42%
TotalEnergies SE
2.26%
DBS Group Holdings Ltd.
2.26%
Enel SpA
2.10%
Shell Plc
2.06%
Siemens AG
2.02%
Imperial Brands Plc
1.98%
Diversification
DRFD
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 148 total
18.16%
ZDI
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 108 total
23.64%
Characteristics
Compare
DRFD
ZDI
| Provider | Desjardins Investments | BMO |
| Management | Actively managed | Actively managed |
| Benchmark | - | - |
| Replication Method | ||
| Asset Class | Equity | Equity |
| Dividend Policy | Distributing | Distributing |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 4.37% | 2.97% |
| Meets ESG criteria | Yes | No |
| Inception Date | September 27, 2018 | November 12, 2014 |
Frequently asked questions about DRFD and ZDI
Which ETF has performed better year to date: DRFD or ZDI?
As of September 3, 2026, DRFD has returned 13.26% year to date, while ZDI has returned 16.83%. ZDI is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: DRFD or ZDI?
As of September 3, 2026, DRFD manages $272.23 M in assets, while ZDI manages $946.63 M. ZDI is the larger fund by AUM.
How are DRFD and ZDI managed?
DRFD is actively managed by Desjardins Investments. It does not track an index. ZDI is actively managed by BMO. It does not track an index.
What sectors do DRFD and ZDI emphasize?
DRFD is most exposed to Finance, Industrials, and Consumer Non-Cyclicals. ZDI is most exposed to Finance, Industrials, and Consumer Non-Cyclicals.
Which ETF is attracting more investor flows: DRFD or ZDI?
Year to date, DRFD has seen -$56.21 M in net flows, compared with +$108.09 M for ZDI. ZDI has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of DRFD and ZDI compare?
DRFD has an expense ratio of 0.52%, while ZDI has an expense ratio of 0.44%.
What are the top holdings of DRFD and ZDI?
DRFD's largest holdings include ASML Holding NV, HSBC Holdings Plc, and Advantest Corp.. ZDI's top holdings include Roche Holding AG, ASML Holding NV, and HSBC Holdings Plc.
Which ETF is more diversified: DRFD or ZDI?
DRFD holds 147 securities, while ZDI holds 107. On holdings count, DRFD is the more diversified portfolio.
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