When evaluating costs, ZWU features a management fee (MER) of 0.65%, compared to 0.18% for XEQT. Performance-wise, ZWU has returned 6.31% year-to-date with +$217 M in net flows, whereas XEQT is at 15.43% with +$9 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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| AuM | $2,179.64 M | $23,395.62 M |
| Management Fees | 0.65% | 0.18% |
| Exp. ratio | 0.71% | 0.19% |
| Tracking Difference | - | - |
Historical performance and flows
As of October 16, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | ZWU | +0.69% | -5.18% | +6.31% | +3.75% | +43.00% |
XEQT | +1.39% | +1.60% | +15.43% | +17.52% | +85.67% | |
| Flows | ZWU | +$29 M | +$91 M | +$217 M | +$318 M | +$340 M |
XEQT | +$916 M | +$2,852 M | +$9,055 M | +$10,211 M | +$16,832 M |
ZWU vs XEQT exposure
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As of October 16, 2026
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Characteristics
Frequently asked questions about ZWU and XEQT
Which ETF has performed better year to date: ZWU or XEQT?
As of October 16, 2026, ZWU has returned 6.31% year to date, while XEQT has returned 15.43%. XEQT is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: ZWU or XEQT?
As of October 16, 2026, ZWU manages $2.18 B in assets, while XEQT manages $23.40 B. XEQT is the larger fund by AUM.
How are ZWU and XEQT managed?
ZWU is actively managed by BMO. It does not track an index. XEQT is actively managed by iShares. It does not track an index.
Which ETF is attracting more investor flows: ZWU or XEQT?
Year to date, ZWU has seen +$216.62 M in net flows, compared with +$9,054.60 M for XEQT. XEQT has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of ZWU and XEQT compare?
ZWU has an expense ratio of 0.71%, while XEQT has an expense ratio of 0.19%.
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