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 $17.29 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: -1.43%, 1-year: +1.39%, 3-year annualised: +2.47%. 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 2.78%, 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, 13.4%). 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 Basic Materials (0.0%), Consumer Cyclicals (0.0%), Financial Services (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 $761M 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 2.77% and a beta of 0.56 (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
2026-07-20	$17.29	$17.29	$17.29	$17.29	$17.29	0
2026-07-17	$17.29	$17.29	$17.29	$17.29	$17.29	208
2026-07-16	$17.31	$17.32	$17.31	$17.32	$17.32	11,038
2026-07-15	$17.29	$17.29	$17.29	$17.29	$17.29	0
2026-07-14	$17.29	$17.30	$17.29	$17.29	$17.29	7,400
2026-07-13	$17.31	$17.31	$17.27	$17.27	$17.27	20,094
2026-07-10	$17.32	$17.32	$17.32	$17.32	$17.32	615
2026-07-09	$17.32	$17.32	$17.32	$17.32	$17.32	1,200
2026-07-08	$17.32	$17.34	$17.32	$17.34	$17.34	31,013
2026-07-07	$17.36	$17.36	$17.36	$17.36	$17.36	95,645

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

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

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