ETF News Canada

Equity ETF Markets at Mid-Year 2026: What Drove Performance and What's Next

Halfway through 2026, the headlines promised turbulence, geopolitical shocks, AI disruption, and inflation, yet equities climbed anyway.

Hormuz Strikes Renew Risk Premium as Canadian Oil and Gas ETFs Extend Their Run

OPEC's fracturing producer base and a fresh round of US-Iran strikes over the Strait of Hormuz drive Canadian energy ETFs to a stronger week.

This Week in Canada ETFs: July 6 - July 10, 2026

Here’s a recap of all the key developments from week 28 of 2026 in Canada’s ETF market.

BMO's ZMPI: A New Approach to International Equity Exposure

BMO's new ZMPI ETF brings an active, rules-based approach to international equity exposure.

Value Investing's Resurgence in 2026: Top ETFs for Canadian Investors

Value stocks are outperforming Growth in 2026, and the shift stretches well beyond the U.S.

Beyond the Benchmark: A Smarter Way to Build the Core

A closer look at Franklin Templeton’s Core Equity ETF Suite (FCRC, FCRU, FCRI).

Canadian Defence Funds Soar Ahead of NATO Summit

SHLD posted its best week of the year, yet investors pulled money out of it, while XAD's older US defence exposure quietly pushed its year-to-date return past 20% ahead of the NATO summit.

This Week in Canada ETFs: June 29 - July 3, 2026

Here’s a recap of all the key developments from week 27 of 2026 in Canada’s ETF market.

ETF Comparison: FLJA vs. ZJPN

A side-by-side comparison of two Canadian Japan equity ETFs, Franklin's FLJA and BMO's ZJPN, where a lower fee sets FLJA apart.

A Look at International Equity ETFs

A look at why international equities continue to outperform into 2026, led by Japan, and three ETF options for Canadian investors seeking exposure.

Genomics and Biotech Funds Lead Canada's Healthcare ETFs

A single genomics fund is up 31% in 2026, leading a Canadian healthcare ETF rally even as investors pull money from the sector's largest fund.

This Week in Canada ETFs: June 22 - June 26, 2026

Here’s a recap of all the key developments from week 26 of 2026 in Canada’s ETF market.

What the SpaceX IPO Reveals About Index Methodology

How SpaceX's IPO exposed the diverging choices of index providers, and why methodology matters for ETF investors.

Investing in Healthcare ETFs: A Guide for Canadian Investors

A look at healthcare's appeal as a defensive sector and three ETFs giving Canadian investors exposure to the global opportunity.

Canadian Emerging-Market ETFs Rise on Korea's Chip Boom

Canadian investors rode SK Hynix's record-breaking run through emerging-market ETFs.

This Week in Canada ETFs: June 15 - June 19, 2026

Here’s a recap of all the key developments from week 25 of 2026 in Canada’s ETF market.

ETF Comparison: ZLB vs. FCCL

Two of Canada's largest low-volatility ETFs share a similar objective, but differences in methodology and sector exposure have led to notably different results.

Investing in Space Beyond the SpaceX IPO

The space economy is growing far beyond rockets, creating new opportunities for investors seeking exposure through space-focused ETFs.

Canadian Gold and Silver ETFs Slide on Inflation Fears

Canadian precious-metal and oil ETFs slid on Iran-war inflation fears, just as a last-minute US-Iran peace deal sends the metals rebounding.