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ZESM ETF · BMO MSCI EAFE Small-Mid Cap Index ETF
Performance & flows
Historic performance and flows
| 1M | 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | MTD | QTD | YTD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -1.03%  | -0.85% | N/A | N/A | N/A | +0.85% | +4.36% | +0.17% | |
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Key fund info
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Risk profile
Historical risk/return profile
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Returns | -0.85% | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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Exposure
Sustainability
ESG Consensus® by Conser
Our partner Conser gathers the industry's consensus on the business practices of the underlying holdings. We have computed the following metrics about ZESM ETF's sustainability, based on their methodology.
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.
ZESM’s has a Final Sustainability Grade of either B+, B, or B-.
Replication
Issuer
| AuM | ||
|---|---|---|
ZSP | BMO S&P 500 Index ETF | €14.58B |
ZCN | BMO S&P/TSX Capped Composite Index ETF | €10.04B |
ZAG | BMO Aggregate Bond Index ETF | €7.63B |
ZEA | BMO MSCI EAFE Index ETF | €7.41B |
ZLB | BMO Low Volatility Canadian Equity ETF | €3.73B |
Frequently asked questions about ZESM
What does BMO MSCI EAFE Small-Mid Cap Index ETF, ZESM, invest in?
ZESM is a Passive ETF. This ETF provides exposure to Mid and Small-Cap Developed markets ex-North America Equities.
Which benchmark or index does ZESM replicate?
ZESM tracks the MSCI EAFE SMID Cap Index NET - CAD, through a full replication replication method.
What is the Total Expense ratio (TER) of ZESM?
ZESM carries a total expense ratio (TER) of 0.35%, indicating the annual cost for holding the fund.
When was ZESM launched?
ZESM was introduced to the market on February 3, 2026. It trades on Canada
Who is the ETF issuer of ZESM?
BMO MSCI EAFE Small-Mid Cap Index ETF, ZESM, is provided by BMO. Learn more about BMO here.
What is the current assets under management (AUM) of ZESM?
ZESM oversees €196M in assets as of May 15, 2026.
How has ZESM performed lately?
Based on data from May 15, 2026, ZESM returned -1.03% over the past month and -0.85% over the last three months.
What are the latest inflows or outflows for ZESM?
As of May 15, 2026, ZESM recorded net flows of +€195M over the last month.
Does ZESM distribute dividends?
ZESM follows a distributing dividend policy, meaning it pays out income to investors.
What are the main country or region exposures of ZESM?
As of March 31, 2026, ZESM has significant geographic allocations in Japan, United Kingdom and Australia.
In which sector or theme does ZESM invest in?
As of March 31, 2026, ZESM focuses largely on Industrials, Financials and Materials.
How many securities does ZESM hold and how diversified is it?
As of March 31, 2026, ZESM holds 2036 positions in its portfolio, with 4.24% of assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the main positions in ZESM?
As of March 31, 2026, ZESM top three holdings include FURUKAWA ELEC, PILBARA MINERALS and SHOWA DENKO.
What is the base currency of ZESM?
The base currency of ZESM is CAD.
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