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ZEM ETF · BMO MSCI Emerging Markets Index ETF
The ZEM Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) is provided by BMO. It is built to track an index: MSCI Emerging Markets Index. The ZEM ETF provides physical exposure, so by buying it you actually own parts of all the 1,206 underlying holdings. This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
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This fund is part ofEmerging Market Blended Cap1M perf.+10.10%
Last price
$31.12
1M perf.
+11.27%
1M flows
+€84M
AuM
€2.03B
E/R
0.27%
Rating
ESG Consensus®
ZEM
$31.12
Performance & flows
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ZEM
$30.84
+6.85%
Emerging Market Blended Cap
+7.92%
Historic performance and flows
| 1M | 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | MTD | QTD | YTD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +11.27%  | +6.85% | +50.96% | +76.18%  | +45.00%  | +11.06% | +11.06% | +14.99% | |
| Flows |
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Main characteristics
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NAV
4/22/2026
$30.84
1D NAV change
+0.90%
Dividend policy
Replication method
Direct (Physical)
Replication model
Optimized sampling
No. of holdings
1206
Inception date
10/20/2009
Jurisdiction
Canada
Distribution
Canada
Legal structure
Unit Investment Trust
Base currency
CAD
Dividend distribution
Trailing 12-month distr. yield
Distribution frequency
Last distribution
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Classification
Investment strategy
The BMO MSCI Emerging Markets Index ETF has been designed to replicate, to the extent possible, the performance of the MSCI Emerging Markets Index, net of expenses. The Fund invests in emerging markets equity. The Manager may use a sampling methodology in selecting investments for the Fund. The Fund may also invest in or hold securities intended to replicate the performance of the Index. In addition, as ZEM may hold other underlying ETFs, the management fees charged are reduced by the management fees paid on the underlying ETFs.
Tax optimisation
PEA
France
UK Reporting Status
United Kingdom
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Risk profile
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Historical risk/return profile
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Returns | +6.85% | +50.96% | +76.18% | +45.00% |
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Synthetic Risk and Reward Indicator (SRRI)
UCITS
N/A
PRIIPS
N/A
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Exposure
Countries
Taiwan
22.09%
Republic of Korea
18.05%
India
12.80%
Cayman Islands
12.45%
China
9.94%
Brazil
3.97%
South Africa
3.30%
Saudi Arabia
2.55%
Mexico
1.97%
Other
13.24%
Sectors
Information Technology
33.38%
Financials
19.35%
Consumer Discretionary
9.58%
Communication Services
7.20%
Materials
6.78%
Industrials
6.18%
Energy
3.63%
Consumer Staples
2.86%
Unavailable
5.53%
Other
5.50%
Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 1206
Top 15 holdings
Data as of February 28, 2026
TWN SEMICONT MAN
SAMSUNG ELECTR
TENCENT HOLDINGS
SK HYNIX
ALIBABA GROUP HOLDING LTD
HDFC BANK
CHINA CONSTRUCTION BANK
HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY
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MEDIATEK INC
RELIANCE INDUSTRIES
DELTA ELECTRONIC
SAMSUNG ELEC-1P PRF
XIAOMI CORP
ICICI BANK
US0669224778
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Sustainability
Integrates ESG criteria
No
SDG
ESG Consensus® by Conser
Data as of February 27, 2026
MethodologyOur partner Conser gathers the industry's consensus on the business practices of the underlying holdings. We have computed the following metrics about ZEM ETF's sustainability, based on their methodology.
ESG Consensus®
ESG Consensus® is based on the Final Sustainability Grade, which itself consists of 10 grades. Our partner Conser calculates the exact grade, based on market intelligence, using their proprietary ESG Consensus® methodology.
ZEM’s has a Final Sustainability Grade of either B+, B, or B-.
A+
A
A-
B+
B
B-
C+
C
C-
D
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71.02% of holdings have positive scoring
28.62% of holdings have negative scoring
18.92%
33.82%
18.27%
21.17%
Consensus levels
Strong
Medium
Weak
No data on remaining < 1% of holdings
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Replication
Trackinsight replication rating:
1-year trailing difference
As of March 31, 2026
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ZEM
N/A
Replication quality
Calculated over 12m, as of March 31, 2026
Tracking error
Tracking difference
1-year cumulative return difference
Best
Worst
Daily return difference
Average
Worst
Replication information
Index
Index ticker
Index dividend policy
Replication method
Replication model
Issuer
BMO
BMO ID Card
Number of funds
276
Total AuM
€117.66B
Expense ratio range
0.05% - 1.17%
Average expense ratio
0.4463%
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Frequently asked questions about ZEM
What does BMO MSCI Emerging Markets Index ETF, ZEM, invest in?
ZEM is a Passive ETF. This ETF provides exposure to Large and Mid-Cap Emerging markets Equities.
Which benchmark or index does ZEM replicate?
ZEM tracks the MSCI Emerging Markets Net Total Return Index - CAD, through a optimized sampling replication method.
What is the Total Expense ratio (TER) of ZEM?
ZEM carries a total expense ratio (TER) of 0.27%, indicating the annual cost for holding the fund.
When was ZEM launched?
ZEM was introduced to the market on October 20, 2009. It trades on Canada
Who is the ETF issuer of ZEM?
BMO MSCI Emerging Markets Index ETF, ZEM, is provided by BMO. Learn more about BMO here.
What is the current assets under management (AUM) of ZEM?
ZEM oversees €2.03B in assets as of April 22, 2026.
How has ZEM performed lately?
Based on data from April 22, 2026, ZEM returned 11.27% over the past month, 6.85% over the last three months and 14.99% year-to-date.
What are the latest inflows or outflows for ZEM?
As of April 22, 2026, ZEM recorded net flows of +€84M over the last month and +€530M year-to-date.
Does ZEM distribute dividends?
ZEM follows a distributing dividend policy, meaning it pays out income to investors. As of April 22, 2026, its 12-month trailing yield was 1.95%.
What are the main country or region exposures of ZEM?
As of February 28, 2026, ZEM has significant geographic allocations in Taiwan, Republic of Korea and India.
In which sector or theme does ZEM invest in?
As of February 28, 2026, ZEM focuses largely on Information Technology, Financials and Consumer Discretionary.
How many securities does ZEM hold and how diversified is it?
As of February 28, 2026, ZEM holds 1206 positions in its portfolio, with 36.66% of assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the main positions in ZEM?
As of February 28, 2026, ZEM top three holdings include TWN SEMICONT MAN, SAMSUNG ELECTR and TENCENT HOLDINGS.
What is the base currency of ZEM?
The base currency of ZEM is CAD.
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