Group 1 - The ex-dividend date and record date for all BMO ETFs and ETF Series of BMO Mutual Funds is set for February 26, 2026 [1] - A special reinvested distribution for unitholders of BMO Global Communications Index ETF will be announced, representing net realized capital gains and net income [2][3] - The reinvested distribution will be made in additional Canadian dollar denominated units of the ETF at a price equal to the net asset value per unit [2] Group 2 - Unitholders of record on February 26, 2026, will receive the reinvested distribution, with the taxable amount reported to brokers in early 2027 [3] - Distribution rates may change based on market conditions, and the payment of distributions should not be confused with the fund's performance [4] - BMO Global Asset Management operates under the brand name of BMO Asset Management Inc. and BMO Investments Inc., offering products designed for various categories of investors in Canada [5]

Core Insights - BMO has been recognized as one of Canada's leading investment managers, winning awards for 19 ETFs and 8 mutual funds at the FundGrade A+® Awards held on February 5, 2026 [1] ETF Performance Summary - BMO Balanced ETF (TSX:ZBAL) achieved a 1-year return of 13.03%, 3-year return of 13.79%, 5-year return of 7.68%, and since inception return of 8.48% [3] - BMO BBB Corporate Bond Index ETF (TSX:ZBBB) reported a 1-year return of 5.11%, 3-year return of 6.74%, 5-year return of 2.35%, and since inception return of 3.04% [3] - BMO Equal Weight Global Gold Index ETF (TSX:ZGD) had an impressive 1-year return of 169.36%, 3-year return of 59.91%, and since inception return of 10.63% [5] - BMO Low Volatility Canadian Equity ETF (TSX:ZLB) delivered a 1-year return of 25.26%, 3-year return of 16.48%, and since inception return of 12.78% [7] - BMO Nasdaq 100 Equity Index ETF (TSX:ZNQ) achieved a 1-year return of 15.02%, 3-year return of 33.17%, and since inception return of 21.39% [10] Mutual Fund Performance Summary - BMO Canadian Income & Growth Fund (Series F) reported a 1-year return of 13.90% and a since inception return of 13.10% [13] - BMO Global Dividend Opportunities Fund (Series F) achieved a 1-year return of 16.11% and a 10-year return of 10.40% [13] - BMO Monthly Dividend Fund Ltd. (Series F) had a 1-year return of 17.71% and a since inception return of 6.06% [15] - BMO U.S. Dollar Balanced Fund (Series F) reported a 1-year return of 12.49% and a 10-year return of 7.87% [16]

Core Viewpoint - BMO Asset Management Inc. and BMO Investments Inc. announced the 2025 annual reinvested distributions for unitholders of BMO ETFs and ETF Series, which are designed to represent realized capital gains and special income to avoid ordinary income tax liabilities [1][2]. Distribution Details - Unitholders of record as of December 30, 2025, will receive the annual reinvested distributions, with actual taxable amounts reported in 2026 [2]. - The per-unit annual reinvested distribution amounts for various funds include: - BMO All-Equity ETF (ZEQT): $0.135 - BMO Balanced ESG ETF (ZESG): $0.070 - BMO Canadian Dividend ETF (ZDV): $1.880 - BMO Global Infrastructure Index ETF (ZGI): $1.250 - BMO Low Volatility US Equity ETF (ZLU): $2.520 [2][3][4][5][6]. Fund Management - BMO ETFs are managed by BMO Asset Management Inc., while the ETF Series of BMO Mutual Funds are managed by BMO Investments Inc., both being separate legal entities from Bank of Montreal [7][18]. - BMO Financial Group is noted as the seventh largest bank in North America by assets, with total assets of $1.5 trillion as of October 31, 2025 [19].

Core Points - BMO Investments Inc. plans to change the listing venue of its mutual fund's ETF series from the Toronto Stock Exchange to Cboe Canada, having received conditional approval for the listing [1] - The voluntary delisting from the TSX is expected to occur at the close of business on November 26, 2025, with the new listing on Cboe Canada set for November 27, 2025 [2] - No securityholder approval is required for the delisting as the funds will be listed on Cboe Canada immediately after [2] Company Overview - BMO Financial Group is the seventh largest bank in North America by assets, with total assets of $1.4 trillion as of July 31, 2025 [5] - The company has been serving customers for 200 years, providing a wide range of banking, wealth management, and investment banking services to 13 million customers across Canada, the U.S., and select global markets [5] - BMO is committed to driving positive change in the economy, promoting sustainability, and fostering an inclusive society [5]

Core Viewpoint - BMO Asset Management Inc. and BMO Investments Inc. announced changes in portfolio management for certain BMO Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) and BMO Mutual Funds, effective October 28, 2025, and January 30, 2026, respectively [1][2][3]. Group 1: Management Changes - BMO Capital Markets Corp. and Brian Belski will cease to act as sub-advisors for specified BMO ETFs and Mutual Funds, while BMO Asset Management Inc. will remain as the portfolio adviser and manager [2][3]. - Fullgoal Asset Management (HK) Limited will replace Polen Capital HK Limited as the portfolio manager of the BMO Greater China Fund, effective on or about January 30, 2026 [3]. Group 2: Fund Information - The fundamental investment objectives and risk ratings of the affected BMO ETFs and Mutual Funds will remain unchanged despite the management changes [4]. - A list of affected funds includes BMO Canadian Core Plus US Balanced ETF, BMO Canadian Equity Plus ETF, BMO US Dividend Growth ETF, and others [3]. Group 3: Company Overview - BMO Financial Group is the seventh largest bank in North America by assets, with total assets of $1.4 trillion as of July 31, 2025, serving 13 million customers across Canada, the U.S., and select global markets [8][9].