Question 1

What is CGBI?

Accepted Answer

CGBI — CIBC Global Bond ex-Canada Index ETF (CAD-Hedged) — is a Canadian-listed ETF trading on the TSX. NA

Question 2

What is the CGBI ETF price today?

Accepted Answer

CGBI last traded at $16.83 CAD on the TSX. See the price chart above for recent performance.

Question 3

What is the CGBI MER (management expense ratio)?

Accepted Answer

CGBI has a management expense ratio (MER) of 0.19% per year. This fee is automatically deducted from the fund's assets, so you never pay it directly — but it does reduce your net returns over time. At 0.19%, CGBI is considered a low-cost ETF.

Question 4

What are CGBI annualised returns?

Accepted Answer

CGBI historical returns: YTD: -4.05%, 1-year: -2.34%, 3-year annualised: +2.58%. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. The 3-year Sharpe ratio is -0.20, which measures risk-adjusted return.

Question 5

Does CGBI pay dividends or distributions?

Accepted Answer

Yes, CGBI distributes income to unitholders. The current distribution yield is approximately 3.04%, paid monthly. Distributions may include dividends, interest, capital gains, or return of capital depending on the fund's holdings. In a TFSA or RRSP, distributions are sheltered from tax.

Question 6

What does CGBI invest in?

Accepted Answer

CGBI's top holdings include iShares MBS ETF (MBB, 13.5%). See the full Top 10 Holdings table above for a complete breakdown. The fund tracks the Morningstar Gbl Core Bd GR CAD.

Question 7

What sectors does CGBI invest in?

Accepted Answer

CGBI's largest sector exposures are Energy (0.0%), Utilities (0.0%), Healthcare (0.0%). The full sector breakdown is shown in the Sector Weights table on this page.

Question 8

How large is CGBI? (Assets under management)

Accepted Answer

CGBI has approximately $794M in assets under management (AUM). Larger AUM generally means better liquidity, tighter bid-ask spreads, and a lower risk of the fund being wound down.

Question 9

When was CGBI launched?

Accepted Answer

CGBI was launched on September 13, 2021, giving it a 5-year track record. A longer history makes it easier to evaluate how the ETF performs across different market cycles.

Question 10

How do I buy CGBI in Canada?

Accepted Answer

CGBI trades on the TSX under the ticker CGBI. You can buy it through any Canadian brokerage, including Wealthsimple Trade (commission-free), Questrade, TD Direct Investing, RBC Direct, and CIBC Investor's Edge. It can be held in a TFSA, RRSP, FHSA, or taxable account.

Question 11

How risky is CGBI?

Accepted Answer

CGBI has a 1-year volatility of 3.62% and a beta of 0.57 (less volatile than the broad market). Its 3-year Sharpe ratio of -0.20 indicates below-average risk-adjusted returns. As with all market-linked investments, past volatility does not predict future risk.

Date	Open	High	Low	Close	Adj Close	Volume
2026-10-14	$16.83	$16.83	$16.83	$16.83	$16.83	20,000
2026-10-13	$16.82	$16.83	$16.78	$16.78	$16.78	21,354
2026-10-09	$16.73	$16.78	$16.73	$16.77	$16.77	14,800
2026-10-08	$16.77	$16.77	$16.77	$16.77	$16.77	0
2026-10-07	$16.75	$16.75	$16.75	$16.75	$16.75	0
2026-10-06	$16.78	$16.78	$16.78	$16.78	$16.78	3,124
2026-10-05	$16.72	$16.77	$16.72	$16.77	$16.77	30,890
2026-10-02	$16.79	$16.79	$16.74	$16.76	$16.76	4,100
2026-10-01	$16.76	$16.76	$16.76	$16.76	$16.76	0
2026-09-30	$16.76	$16.76	$16.76	$16.76	$16.76	0

Sector	Weight
Energy	0.00%
Utilities	0.00%
Healthcare	0.00%
Technology	0.00%
Industrials	0.00%
Real Estate	0.00%
Basic Materials	0.00%
Consumer Cyclicals	0.00%
Consumer Defensive	0.00%
Financial Services	0.00%
Communication Services	0.00%

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CIBC Global Bond ex-Canada Index ETF (CAD-Hedged) (CGBI : TSX)

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