BMO Announces Cash Distributions for Certain BMO ETFs and ETF Series of BMO Mutual Funds for January 2026
MWN-AI** Summary
BMO Asset Management Inc. has announced the cash distributions for January 2026 for its ETFs and the exchange-traded series of BMO Mutual Funds, with a record date set for January 29, 2026. Unitholders of record will receive these cash distributions on February 3, 2026. The distribution details include a variety of funds that distribute monthly, providing investors with a comprehensive overview of expected cash flows.
Several BMO ETFs will deliver varying amounts, including the BMO AAA CLO ETF at $0.126 per unit and the BMO Balanced ETF at $0.049 per unit. Other notable distributions include the BMO Canadian Dividend ETF at $0.070 and the BMO Covered Call US Banks ETF, which is set to distribute $0.145 per unit.
The announcement also includes distinctions for USD units and hedged variants, reinforcing BMO's aim to cater to diverse investor needs. The data comprises over 60 items with per unit amounts designed to provide insights on investment returns for both Canadian and USD-denominated securities.
Investors and stakeholders are reminded that distributions are subject to change and not guaranteed. The decision of BMO to offer these cash distributions reflects its ongoing commitment to enhancing unitholder returns through a strategic approach to asset management.
For further details, stakeholders are encouraged to review the BMO ETFs and ETF Series units, which trade like stocks, can fluctuate in market value, and may involve various risks as outlined in the prospectus. BMO Financial Group, the parent company, underscores its commitment to outstanding client service and sustainable growth, aiming to positively impact the economy and communities it serves.
MWN-AI** Analysis
BMO Asset Management’s recent announcement regarding cash distributions for January 2026 across several BMO ETFs and ETF series of mutual funds signals a sustained commitment to providing returns for their investors. With distributions varying significantly across the funds—from as low as $0.022 to as high as $0.245 per unit—investors should approach this announcement with a tailored strategy based on their individual investment goals.
For income-focused investors, BMO’s offerings, such as the BMO High Dividend Covered Call ETFs (ZWH and ZWH.U), presenting distributions around $0.130 to $0.125 per unit, may be particularly appealing. These funds not only provide a streamlined income stream but do so in sectors potentially positioned for robust performance amid economic uncertainty. As interest rates fluctuate, these types of funds can offer a hedge through superior yield versus traditional fixed income.
Investors should also consider the tax implications of these distributions. With distributions being taxable in the year they are received, it’s crucial for investors to factor this into their year-end tax strategies. Utilizing tax-advantaged accounts may shield some of this income from immediate taxation, thus enhancing net benefits.
Moreover, the wide array of funds indicates a diversification opportunity for risk-averse investors or those seeking specific exposures. Funds like the BMO Aggregate Bond Index ETF (ZAG) with a cash distribution of $0.039 per unit can serve as a defensive play to reduce overall portfolio volatility.
While the announced distributions bring attractive possibilities, market conditions can lead to changes in these payouts. Vigilance in monitoring performance and staying informed about market trends will help investors make educated decisions. Engaging with a financial advisor could also provide tailored insights pertaining to your personal financial situation regarding these diverse investment products.
**MWN-AI Summary and Analysis is based on asking OpenAI to summarize and analyze this news release.
Canada NewsWire
TORONTO, Jan. 22, 2026 /CNW/ - BMO Asset Management Inc., as manager of the BMO ETFs, and BMO Investments Inc., as manager of the BMO Mutual Funds, today announced the January 2026 cash distribution for unitholders of BMO ETFs and unitholders of exchange-traded series of units of the BMO Mutual Funds (collectively, the "ETF Series")1 that distribute monthly, as set out in the table below. Unitholders of record of the BMO ETFs and the ETF Series of the BMO Mutual Funds at the close of business on January 29, 2026 will receive cash distributions payable on February 03, 2026.
The ex-dividend date and record date for all BMO ETFs and ETF Series units of BMO Mutual Funds is January 29, 2026.
Details of the per unit cash distribution amount are as follows:
Monthly Distributions
FUND NAME | FUND TICKER | CASH DISTRIBUTION PER UNIT $ |
BMO AAA CLO ETF | ZAAA | 0.126 |
BMO AAA CLO ETF (Hedged Units) | ZAAA.F | 0.124 |
BMO AAA CLO ETF (USD Units)* | ZAAA.U | 0.126 |
BMO Aggregate Bond Index ETF | ZAG | 0.039 |
BMO Balanced ETF (Fixed Percentage Distribution Units) | ZBAL.T | 0.049 |
BMO BBB CLO ETF | ZBBZ | 0.163 |
BMO BBB CLO ETF (Hedged Units) | ZBBZ.F | 0.162 |
BMO BBB CLO ETF (USD Units)* | ZBBZ.U | 0.163 |
BMO Canadian Core Plus US Balanced ETF | ZBCB | 0.060 |
BMO Canadian Dividend ETF | ZDV | 0.070 |
BMO Canadian High Dividend Covered Call ETF | ZWC | 0.105 |
BMO Canadian MBS Index ETF | ZMBS | 0.074 |
BMO Covered Call Canadian Banks ETF | ZWB | 0.120 |
BMO Covered Call Canadian Banks ETF (USD Units)* | ZWB.U | 0.140 |
BMO Covered Call Dow Jones Industrial Average Hedged to CAD ETF | ZWA | 0.130 |
BMO Covered Call Energy ETF | ZWEN | 0.220 |
BMO Covered Call Health Care ETF | ZWHC | 0.160 |
BMO Covered Call Spread Gold Bullion ETF | ZWGD | 0.145 |
BMO Covered Call Technology ETF | ZWT | 0.245 |
BMO Covered Call US Banks ETF | ZWK | 0.145 |
BMO Covered Call Utilities ETF | ZWU | 0.070 |
BMO Discount Bond Index ETF | ZDB | 0.022 |
BMO Emerging Markets Bond Hedged to CAD Index ETF | ZEF | 0.042 |
BMO Equal Weight Banks Index ETF | ZEB | 0.146 |
BMO Equal Weight REITs Index ETF | ZRE | 0.089 |
BMO Equal Weight Utilities Index ETF | ZUT | 0.069 |
BMO Europe High Dividend Covered Call ETF | ZWP | 0.105 |
BMO Europe High Dividend Covered Call Hedged to CAD ETF | ZWE | 0.120 |
BMO Floating Rate High Yield ETF | ZFH | 0.061 |
BMO Global Dividend Opportunities Fund (Active ETF Series) | BGDV | 0.034 |
BMO Global Enhanced Income Fund (ETF Series) | ZWQT | 0.085 |
BMO Global High Dividend Covered Call ETF | ZWG | 0.175 |
BMO Global Infrastructure Fund (Active ETF Series) | BGIF | 0.050 |
BMO Global REIT Fund (Active ETF Series) | BGRT | 0.055 |
BMO Growth ETF (Fixed Percentage Distribution Units) | ZGRO.T | 0.058 |
BMO High Yield US Corporate Bond Hedged to CAD Index ETF | ZHY | 0.060 |
BMO High Yield US Corporate Bond Index ETF | ZJK | 0.102 |
BMO High Yield US Corporate Bond Index ETF (USD Units)* | ZJK.U | 0.096 |
BMO International Dividend ETF | ZDI | 0.080 |
BMO International Dividend Hedged to CAD ETF | ZDH | 0.080 |
BMO Laddered Preferred Share Index ETF | ZPR | 0.056 |
BMO Laddered Preferred Share Index ETF (USD Units)* | ZPR.U | 0.090 |
BMO Long Corporate Bond Index ETF | ZLC | 0.056 |
BMO Long Federal Bond Index ETF | ZFL | 0.027 |
BMO Long Provincial Bond Index ETF | ZPL | 0.035 |
BMO Mid Corporate Bond Index ETF | ZCM | 0.057 |
BMO Mid Federal Bond Index ETF | ZFM | 0.033 |
BMO Mid Provincial Bond Index ETF | ZMP | 0.040 |
BMO Mid-Term US IG Corporate Bond Hedged to CAD Index ETF | ZMU | 0.048 |
BMO Mid-Term US IG Corporate Bond Index ETF | ZIC | 0.069 |
BMO Mid-Term US IG Corporate Bond Index ETF (USD Units)* | ZIC.U | 0.051 |
BMO Money Market Fund (ETF Series) | ZMMK | 0.100 |
BMO Monthly Income ETF | ZMI | 0.063 |
BMO Monthly Income ETF (USD Units)* | ZMI.U | 0.038 |
BMO Premium Yield ETF | ZPAY | 0.200 |
BMO Premium Yield ETF (Hedged Units) | ZPAY.F | 0.175 |
BMO Premium Yield ETF (USD Units)* | ZPAY.U | 0.180 |
BMO Real Return Bond Index ETF | ZRR | 0.051 |
BMO Short Corporate Bond Index ETF | ZCS | 0.047 |
BMO Short Federal Bond Index ETF | ZFS | 0.029 |
BMO Short Provincial Bond Index ETF | ZPS | 0.025 |
BMO Short-Term US IG Corporate Bond Hedged to CAD Index ETF | ZSU | 0.049 |
BMO Ultra Short-Term Bond ETF | ZST | 0.099 |
BMO Ultra Short-Term US Bond ETF (USD Units)* | ZUS.U | 0.160 |
BMO US Aggregate Bond Index ETF | ZUAG | 0.074 |
BMO US Aggregate Bond Index ETF (Hedged Units) | ZUAG.F | 0.068 |
BMO US Aggregate Bond Index ETF (USD Units)* | ZUAG.U | 0.071 |
BMO US Dividend ETF | ZDY | 0.070 |
BMO US Dividend ETF (USD Units)* | ZDY.U | 0.050 |
BMO US Dividend Growth ETF | ZBDU | 0.070 |
BMO US Dividend Growth ETF (Hedged Units) | ZBDU.F | 0.070 |
BMO US Dividend Hedged to CAD ETF | ZUD | 0.045 |
BMO US High Dividend Covered Call ETF | ZWH | 0.130 |
BMO US High Dividend Covered Call ETF (USD Units)* | ZWH.U | 0.125 |
BMO US High Dividend Covered Call Hedged to CAD ETF | ZWS | 0.105 |
BMO US Preferred Share Hedged to CAD Index ETF | ZHP | 0.078 |
BMO US Preferred Share Index ETF | ZUP | 0.092 |
BMO US Preferred Share Index ETF (USD Units)* | ZUP.U | 0.086 |
BMO US Put Write ETF | ZPW | 0.125 |
BMO US Put Write ETF (USD Units)* | ZPW.U | 0.125 |
BMO US Put Write Hedged to CAD ETF | ZPH | 0.120 |
BMO USD Cash Management ETF | ZUCM | 0.089 |
BMO USD Cash Management ETF (USD Units)* | ZUCM.U | 0.087 |
*Cash distribution per unit ($) amounts are USD for ZAAA.U, ZBBZ.U, ZJK.U, ZPR.U, ZIC.U, ZUAG.U, ZUP.U, ZWB.U, ZMI.U, ZPAY.U, ZUS.U, ZDY.U, ZWH.U, ZPW.U, and ZUCM.U.
1 BMO ETFs are managed by BMO Asset Management Inc., an investment fund manager, a portfolio manager, and a separate legal entity from Bank of Montreal. ETF Series of the BMO Mutual Funds are offered by BMO Investments Inc., an investment fund manager and a separate legal entity from Bank of Montreal.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average Index CAD Hedged is a product of Dow Jones Opco, LLC ("Dow Jones Opco"), a subsidiary of S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC, and has been licensed for use. "Dow Jones®" and "Industrial Average Index CAD Hedged" are service marks of Dow Jones Trademark Holdings, LLC ("Dow Jones"), and have been licensed to Dow Jones Opco and sublicensed by BMO Asset Management Inc. in connection with ZWA and ZDJ. ZWA and ZDJ are not sponsored, endorsed, sold or promoted by Dow Jones Opco, Dow Jones and their respective affiliates, and they make no representation regarding the advisability of trading or investing in ZWA and ZDJ.
Further information about BMO ETFs and ETF Series of the BMO Mutual Funds can be found at www.bmoetfs.com.
Commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with investments in BMO ETFs and ETF Series units of the BMO Mutual Funds. Please read the applicable ETF facts or prospectus of the relevant BMO ETF or ETF Series of BMO Mutual Fund before investing. BMO ETFs and ETF Series units of the BMO Mutual Funds are not guaranteed, their values change frequently, and past performance may not be repeated. For a summary of the risks of an investment in the BMO ETFs or ETF Series units of the BMO Mutual Funds, please see the specific risks set out in the relevant prospectus. BMO ETFs and ETF Series units of the BMO Mutual Funds trade like stocks, fluctuate in market value and may trade at a discount to their net asset value, which may increase the risk of loss. Distributions are not guaranteed and are subject to change and/or elimination.
Distribution rates may change without notice (up or down) depending on market conditions. The payment of distributions should not be confused with an investment fund's performance, rate of return or yield. If distributions paid by an investment fund are greater than the performance of the fund, your original investment will shrink.
Distributions of net income and net taxable gains of the BMO ETF or the ETF Series units of a BMO Mutual Fund will be included in the unitholder's income for tax purposes in the year they are paid, whether or not such amounts are reinvested in additional units. A unitholder's adjusted cost base will be reduced by the amount of any returns of capital. If a unitholder's adjusted cost base goes below zero, such unitholder will have to pay capital gains tax on the amount below zero. Please refer to the summary of the principal income tax considerations set out in the prospectus for the relevant BMO ETF or ETF Series units of a BMO Mutual Fund. Investors should also consult their own tax advisors about their individual circumstances.
"BMO (M-bar roundel symbol)" is a registered trademark of Bank of Montreal, used under licence.
About BMO Financial Group?
BMO Financial Group is the seventh largest bank in?North America?by assets, with total assets of?$1.5 trillion?as of?October 31, 2025. Serving clients for 200 years and counting, BMO is a diverse team of highly engaged employees providing a broad range of personal and commercial banking, wealth management, global markets and investment banking products and services to approximately 13 million clients across?Canada,?the United States, and in select markets globally. Driven by a single purpose, to Boldly Grow the Good?in business and life, BMO is committed to driving positive change in the world, and making progress for a thriving economy, sustainable future, and stronger communities.?
SOURCE BMO Financial Group
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