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When evaluating costs, GIGC features a management fee (MER) of 0.4%, compared to 0.25% for ZEB. Performance-wise, GIGC has returned 1.46% year-to-date with +$4 M in net flows, whereas ZEB is at 21.68% with -$1,123 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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GIGC
ZEB
| AuM | $20.44 M | $5,430.65 M |
| Management Fees | 0.40% | 0.25% |
| Exp. ratio | 0.58% | 0.28% |
| Tracking Difference | - | -0.62% |
Historical performance and flows
As of June 8, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | GIGC | +0.27% | +0.40% | +1.46% | +5.34% | - |
ZEB | +5.67% | +18.78% | +21.68% | +62.80% | +140.12% | |
| Flows | GIGC | +$1 M | +$2 M | +$4 M | +$3 M | - |
ZEB | -$9 M | -$208 M | -$1,123 M | -$1,066 M | -$1,888 M |
GIGC vs ZEB exposure
Countries
GIGC
Exposure data will be available soon
ZEB
Canada
100.00%
Sectors
GIGC
Exposure data will be available soon
ZEB
Financials
100.00%
As of June 8, 2026
Top 10 Holdings
GIGC
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
GIGC
Exposure data will be available soon
ZEB
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 6 total
100.00%
Characteristics
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GIGC
ZEB
| Provider | Guardian Capital | 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 | 4.36% | 2.48% |
| Meets ESG criteria | No | No |
| Inception Date | April 30, 2024 | October 20, 2009 |
Frequently asked questions about GIGC and ZEB
Which ETF has performed better year to date: GIGC or ZEB?
As of June 8, 2026, GIGC has returned 1.46% year to date, while ZEB has returned 21.68%. ZEB is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: GIGC or ZEB?
As of June 8, 2026, GIGC manages $20.44 M in assets, while ZEB manages $5.43 B. ZEB is the larger fund by AUM.
How are GIGC and ZEB managed?
GIGC is actively managed by Guardian Capital. 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: GIGC or ZEB?
Year to date, GIGC has seen +$3.92 M in net flows, compared with -$1,122.69 M for ZEB. GIGC has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of GIGC and ZEB compare?
GIGC has an expense ratio of 0.58%, while ZEB has an expense ratio of 0.28%.
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