BMO Launches New ETF Strategies, Including First All Country World Index ETF in Canada to Include Canadian Equities
Canada NewsWire
TORONTO, Nov. 13, 2026
- BMO ETF lineup expands with six additional strategies, including five non-index ETFs and a new all country world index ETF
- BMO MSCI All Country World Index ETF is the first Canadian-listed ETF designed to replicate the MSCI All Country World Index, which includes Canada1
- Introducing two securitized credit ETFs providing access to European and global investment-grade securitized credit
TORONTO, Nov. 13, 2026 /CNW/ -- BMO Asset Management Inc., the manager of the BMO ETFs, today announced the launch of new BMO ETFs set out in the table below (collectively, the "BMO ETFs"). Each of the BMO ETFs will offer CAD Units, and BMO European Securitized Credit ETF will offer CAD Units and Hedged Units (collectively, the series of units set out below are referred to as the "Units").
"The ETF market continues to evolve as investors seek more targeted ways to build portfolios," said Sara Petrcich, Head of ETFs & Structured Solutions, BMO Global Asset Management. "These new ETFs build on BMO's longstanding commitment to innovation, offering investors additional choice and access to strategies designed to help them pursue their financial goals with confidence."
Each of the BMO ETFs has closed its initial offering of Units and will be listed and trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange today.
Name of BMO ETF (English) | Series of Units | Ticker Symbol | Annual Management Fee (%) |
BMO MSCI All Country World Index ETF | CAD Units | ZALL | 0.18 |
BMO European Securitized Credit ETF | CAD Units Hedged Units | ZESC ZESC.F | 0.45 0.45 |
BMO Fixed Income ETF | CAD Units | ZFIX | 0.15 |
BMO Global Securitized Credit Hedged to CAD ETF | CAD Units | ZGSC | 0.45 |
BMO Global Short-Term Discount Bond Hedged to CAD ETF | CAD Units | ZGDB | 0.18 |
BMO Income ETF | CAD Units | ZINC | 0.15 |
Investment Objectives
BMO MSCI All Country World Index ETF
BMO MSCI All Country World Index ETF seeks to replicate, to the extent possible, the performance of an index that provides exposure to equity securities of large and mid-capitalization issuers in developed-market and emerging-market countries, net of fees and expenses. BMO MSCI All Country World Index ETF seeks to replicate the performance of the MSCI ACWI Index (the "Index") by investing, directly or indirectly, in instruments that have, in the aggregate, investment characteristics similar to the Index or to a subset of the Index Constituents.
BMO European Securitized Credit ETF
BMO European Securitized Credit ETF seeks to provide income, while preserving capital, through exposure to Investment Grade CLOs and other types of ABS of issuers domiciled primarily in Europe and the UK. In respect of the Hedged Units, BMO European Securitized Credit ETF will also invest in or use derivative instruments to seek to hedge certain European currency exposure back to the Canadian dollar.
BMO Fixed Income ETF
BMO Fixed Income ETF seeks to provide income through exposure to a diversified portfolio of global fixed income securities.
BMO Global Securitized Credit Hedged to CAD ETF
BMO Global Securitized Credit Hedged to CAD ETF seeks to provide income, while preserving capital, through exposure to Investment Grade CLOs and other types of ABS of issuers domiciled across the globe. The BMO ETF will seek to hedge certain non-Canadian currency exposure back to the Canadian dollar primarily through investment in hedged units of one or more Underlying Funds as well as by investing in or using derivative instruments to seek to hedge foreign currency exposure back to the Canadian dollar to the extent the BMO ETF is investing directly in unhedged investments.
BMO Global Short-Term Discount Bond Hedged to CAD ETF
BMO Global Short-Term Discount Bond Hedged to CAD ETF seeks to generate income through exposure to investment grade global corporate fixed income securities that trade near or below par value. BMO Global Short-Term Discount Bond Hedged to CAD ETF will use or invest in derivative instruments to hedge certain non-Canadian currency exposure back to the Canadian dollar.
BMO Income ETF
BMO Income ETF seeks to provide income and the potential for moderate long-term capital appreciation through exposure to fixed income and equity securities of issuers domiciled across the globe.
Further information on BMO ETFs can be found at www.bmoetfs.com.
Disclaimers
Any capitalized term used but not defined in this press release is defined in the BMO ETFs' prospectus.
This communication is for information purposes only. The information contained herein is not, and should not be construed as investment, tax or legal advice to any party. Particular investments and/or trading strategies should be evaluated and professional advice should be obtained with respect to any circumstance.
The BMO MSCI All Country World Index ETF referred to herein is not sponsored, endorsed, or promoted by MSCI Inc. (MSCI) and MSCI bears no liability with respect to the BMO ETF or any index on which the BMO ETF is based. The BMO ETF's prospectus contains a more detailed description of the limited relationship MSCI has with BMO Asset Management Inc. and any related BMO ETFs.
Commissions, management fees, and expenses all may be associated with investments in exchange-traded funds. Please read the ETF Facts or prospectus of the BMO ETFs before investing. Exchange-traded funds are not guaranteed, their values change frequently, and past performance may not be repeated.
For a summary of the risks of an investment in the BMO ETFs, please see the specific risks set out in the ETF facts or prospectus. Exchange-traded funds trade like stocks, fluctuate in market value, and may trade at a discount to their net asset value, which may increase the risk of loss. Distributions are not guaranteed and are subject to change and/or elimination.
BMO ETFs are managed by BMO Asset Management Inc., an investment fund manager, a portfolio manager, and a separate legal entity from Bank of Montreal.
BMO Global Asset Management is a brand name under which BMO Asset Management Inc. and BMO Investments Inc. operate.
"BMO (M-bar roundel symbol)" is a registered trademark of Bank of Montreal, used under licence.
About BMO Financial Group
BMO Financial Group is the eighth largest bank in North America by assets, with total assets of $1.5 trillion as of July 31, 2026. Serving clients for more than 200 years, BMO provides a broad range of personal and commercial banking, wealth management, global markets and investment banking products and services across Canada, the United States, and select markets globally. BMO is innovating for business value, by deploying and integrating human, digital and artificial intelligence to personalize client experiences, augment teams, and automate its business responsibly. Driven by its purpose, to Boldly Grow the Good in business and life, BMO is committed to driving positive change in the world, and making progress for a thriving economy, sustainable future, and stronger communities.
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1 Source: Morningstar, as of November 13, 2026 |
SOURCE BMO Financial Group
