CIBC Asset Management Inc. announces launch of Canadian and U.S. ETFs with Avantis Investors by American Century Investments

Executive Summary

• CIBC Asset Management, in partnership with Avantis Investors (American Century Investments), launched four new Avantis CIBC ETFs on the Toronto Stock Exchange.
• The initial units have closed and trading began today; additional internationally‑focused Avantis CIBC ETFs are slated for listing in the coming weeks.
• The launch expands CIBC’s ETF suite with Canadian equity, U.S. all‑cap, U.S. large‑cap value, and U.S. small‑cap value mandates.

Key Details

• ETF Names & TSX Tickers
• CACE – Avantis CIBC Canadian Equity ETF
• CAUS – Avantis CIBC U.S. All‑Cap Equity ETF
• CALV – Avantis CIBC U.S. Large Cap Value ETF

• CAUV – Avantis CIBC U.S. Small Cap Value ETF

• The four ETFs began trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange today (Feb 20, 2026).

• An additional set of internationally‑focused Avantis CIBC ETFs will be listed on the TSX in the coming weeks.

• Partnership details:

• Collaboration between CIBC Asset Management Inc. and Avantis Investors, an investment offering of American Century Investments Inc.

• Goal to provide Canadian investors with a broader selection of cost‑effective active ETF solutions.

• Quotes

• Greg Gipson (Managing Director & Head of ETFs, CIBC Asset Management): Emphasized the ETFs’ purpose‑built design for Canadian portfolios and the strategic alliance’s role in expanding client options.

• Philip McInnis (Chief Investment Strategist, Avantis Investors): Highlighted the partnership’s benefit to Canadian investors and praised CIBC’s commitment to innovative investment options.

• Avantis Investors Background

• Fast‑growing active ETF provider; surpassed $100 billion AUM on Dec 9, 2025.

• Additional Information

• More details available at CIBC.com/etfs.
• Standard disclosures regarding commissions, management fees, and investment risks were included.