Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs)
Exchange traded funds (ETFs), like stocks, are traded on financial exchanges through your advisor or trading platform. ETFs typically hold stocks, bonds, or other assets like commodities, similar to a mutual fund – making them a diversified investment option.
Diversification, liquidity, and flexible trading- Cost efficiency from lower management fees
- Wide selection of products with complete portfolio transparency
BMO is one of the largest ETF providers in Canada, serving a wide range of investor needs and managed by global industry professionals.
How do ETFs work?
Just like a stock, ETFs are traded on a stock exchange and bought or sold directly during normal trading hours through your advisor or trading platform. What sets them apart is that they’re structured as a basket of securities that can hold stocks, bonds or other assets like commodities. The asset mix of an ETF typically aims to provide exposure to an asset class.
Great for: Investors who want divsersified, low-fee investments.
Typical risk level: Low-high
Typical investing horizon: Short- to long-term.
Example investing goals: Saving for retirement, saving for a down payment, saving for a child’s education, saving for a big purchase.
Ways to invest in ETFs with BMO
Whether you prefer meeting with an investment professional in person or investing online, we offer convenient ways to invest in ETFs that are tailored to suit your needs. You can purchase individual ETFs, have a managed portfolio of ETFs, or explore our other options, like ETFs within mutual funds.
In-Person
Invest in BMO ETF-based mutual funds
Investment Professional
- A great choice if:You want advice from a financial professional in picking a BMO ETF-based mutual fund that will help reach your goals.
- Advantage:Get the best of both ETFs and mutual funds with a range of portfolio options.
Online
Invest in individual ETFs
Self-directed or adviceDirect
- A great choice if: You want to be in control of the entire investment process, from trading individual ETFs yourself to tracking their performance.
- Advantage: Have the flexibility of investing in the individual ETFs you want. You can also trade 100+ top Canadian ETFs for free.
Online
Invest in ETF portfolios
Smartfolio
- A great choice if:You want low fees and a professionally managed ETF portfolio that you can access online anytime.
- Advantage:Get matched with a professionally managed ETF portfolio that meets your objectives and risk tolerance.
No Commission Fee ETFs
Trade over 100 of Canada’s most popular ETFs with no commissions when you invest with BMOInvestorLine Self-Directed.
- Buy and sell commission-free to reduce your trading costs
- Expand your portfolio with access to multiple sectors, geographies and asset classes
Learn more about ETFs
ETFs: The investments behind SmartFolio’s affordable performance
Find out how ETFs put the ‘smart’ in SmartFolio.
Asset Allocation ETFs: Highly Diversified, Secure, and Low Maintenance
Want an easier, lower cost way to diversify your portfolio? We can help.
ETFs vs Mutual Funds: Learn The Pros & Cons
Read on to find out what makes these investment vehicles similar – and what sets them apart.
Ways to contact us
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