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BMO Market+ ETF Strategies Combine Broad Market Exposure with Active Management Expertise

By The Northwire Desk — AI Analysis Mar 05, 2026 · 07:30 ZMLG
ZMLG · Price

Executive Summary

  • BMO Asset Management launched a new suite of five “BMO Market+” ETFs covering global, Canadian, U.S., low‑volatility, and emerging‑market equity exposure.
  • All five ETFs have completed their initial unit offerings and are now listed and trading on Cboe Canada.
  • The strategies combine broad market indexing with systematic fundamental analysis to address concentration risk while aiming for long‑term capital growth.

Key Details

  • ETF Names & Tickers
  • BMO Market+ All Country World Equity ETF – ZMPW (CAD Units)
  • BMO Market+ Canadian Equity ETF – ZMPC (CAD Units)
  • BMO Market+ Global Equity ETF – ZMPG (CAD Units)
  • BMO Market+ Low Volatility Global Equity ETF – ZMLG (CAD Units)

  • BMO Market+ US Equity ETF – ZMPU, ZMPU.F, ZMPU.U (CAD, Hedged CAD, and USD Units)

  • Investment Objective – Each fund seeks long‑term capital appreciation by investing in equity securities of issuers aligned with the specific geographic or style focus (global, Canadian, U.S., low‑volatility, emerging markets).

  • Launch Status – All ETFs have closed their initial offerings and are now actively trading on Cboe Canada Inc.

  • Management Approach – Combines broad market exposure with a systematic model of fundamental equity analysis to mitigate concentration risk inherent in traditional benchmarks.

  • Fees & Expenses – Standard commissions, management fees, and expense ratios apply; investors should review the ETF Facts Sheet or simplified prospectus for specifics.

  • Regulatory Disclosures – Includes standard ETF risk warnings regarding market price fluctuations, potential discounts to NAV, and non‑guaranteed distributions.

  • Contact Information – Media inquiries directed to Aaron Sobeski (Toronto) at [email protected] or (416) 867‑3996.

Notable Quotes

“Many investors appreciate the efficiency of equity ETFs, but they are also more aware than ever of concentration risk and imbalances within traditional benchmarks,” said Bipan Rai, Managing Director and Head of ETF & Alternatives Strategy, BMO Global Asset Management.

Source: BMO Financial Group press release, March 5 2026.

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