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When evaluating costs, GBLF features a management fee (MER) of 0.2%, compared to 0.08% for ZSP. Performance-wise, GBLF has returned 1.64% year-to-date with +$2 M in net flows, whereas ZSP is at 16.08% with +$1 B. 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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GBLF
ZSP
| AuM | $11.98 M | $25,399.74 M |
| Management Fees | 0.20% | 0.08% |
| Exp. ratio | 0.28% | 0.09% |
| Tracking Difference | - | -0.05% |
Historical performance and flows
As of October 16, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | GBLF | +0.31% | +0.40% | +1.64% | +1.85% | - |
ZSP | +2.58% | +2.55% | +16.08% | +17.32% | +87.54% | |
| Flows | GBLF | +$4 M | +$2 M | +$2 M | +$1 M | - |
ZSP | +$435 M | +$776 M | +$1,033 M | +$1,834 M | +$5,678 M |
GBLF vs ZSP exposure
Countries
GBLF
Exposure data will be available soon
ZSP
USA
97.65%
Sectors
GBLF
Exposure data will be available soon
ZSP
Technology
45.20%
Finance
13.72%
Healthcare
9.09%
Consumer Non-Cyclicals
8.98%
Industrials
7.57%
Other
15.44%
As of October 16, 2026
Top 10 Holdings
GBLF
Exposure data will be available soon
ZSP
NVIDIA Corp.
7.95%
Apple, Inc.
7.09%
Microsoft Corp.
5.75%
Amazon.com, Inc.
3.93%
Alphabet, Inc.
3.06%
Broadcom Inc.
2.64%
Alphabet, Inc.
2.44%
Meta Platforms, Inc.
1.92%
Micron Technology, Inc.
1.59%
Tesla, Inc.
1.48%
Diversification
GBLF
Exposure data will be available soon
ZSP
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 502 total
37.84%
Characteristics
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GBLF
ZSP
| Provider | Guardian Capital | BMO |
| Management | Actively managed | Passively managed |
| Benchmark | - | S&P 500 CAD Total Return Index - CAD |
| Replication Method | - | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset Class | Fixed Income | Equity |
| Dividend Policy | Distributing | Distributing |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 1.63% | 0.77% |
| Meets ESG criteria | No | No |
| Inception Date | January 9, 2024 | November 14, 2012 |
Frequently asked questions about GBLF and ZSP
Which ETF has performed better year to date: GBLF or ZSP?
As of October 16, 2026, GBLF has returned 1.64% year to date, while ZSP has returned 16.08%. ZSP is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: GBLF or ZSP?
As of October 16, 2026, GBLF manages $11.98 M in assets, while ZSP manages $25.40 B. ZSP is the larger fund by AUM.
How are GBLF and ZSP managed?
GBLF is actively managed by Guardian Capital. It does not track an index. ZSP is passively managed by BMO. It tracks the S&P 500 CAD Total Return Index - CAD benchmark.
Which ETF is attracting more investor flows: GBLF or ZSP?
Year to date, GBLF has seen +$1.68 M in net flows, compared with +$1,032.65 M for ZSP. ZSP has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of GBLF and ZSP compare?
GBLF has an expense ratio of 0.28%, while ZSP has an expense ratio of 0.09%.
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