News Releases

- Smart beta, fixed income and currency exposure continue to be key trends in the industry

- BMO's ETF business led the Canadian ETF industry in net new assets for the fifth consecutive year

- Canadian ETF industry assets are expected to reach $250 billion in AUM by 2021

- With the launch of SmartFolio, BMO now has one of the most extensive suites of investing services available to Canadians

- The new offering provides a digital and hands-off approach that is aligned to individual investment objectives for those who have as little as $5,000 to invest

- Service created with simplicity, intuitiveness and transparency as guiding design principles

Nine new ETFs include three innovative global corporate bond ETFs with maturity bands to help investors with precise positioning in an uncertain interest rate environment

- BMO Perks: customers receive personalized offers for cashback or bonus AIR MILES Reward Miles

- No coupons required - conveniently linked to the customer's BMO MasterCard

- Popular merchants in the program include Shell, Rexall, National Car Rental, Staples & Toys R Us

- Canadian ETF industry stands at $84 billion in AUM, up more than 10 per cent over year-end 2014

- BMO MSCI EAFE Index ETF has led Canadian ETFs in most net inflows to date in 2015

- Trading efficiencies and concentration concerns around ETFs are two key factors impacting the industry

- International exposures, including low volatility, covered call dividend and Canada's first put write strategy ETF

- New ETFs offer more choice to address needs of investors

- BMO AM's ETF business stands at 63 ETFs and $22.9 billion in AUM

Latest white paper examines risk, return potential and adaptability in advocating active approach to low volatility equities

- The portfolios have three different risk profiles and aim to help preserve and grow wealth in retirement

- Low-fee solution designed to provide downside protection against market volatility

- According to StatsCan, life expectancy in Canada has increased by 25 years since 1921

- Spending on basket of four typical monthly expenses more than doubles during the summer months

- Half of Canadian families say they spend the most money during summer

- BMO CashBack World Elite MasterCard credit card offers 1.75 per cent cash back on all everyday purchases

- BMO business customers in the Greater Toronto Area now have access to socialstraw(TM), an innovative and easy-to-use social monitoring and engagement platform

Report examines relationship between payroll and performance in Major League Baseball

- New $6 Biz Basic(TM) Plan from BMO(R) offers seven transactions(1) and seven items(2) on deposit per month, with no minimum balance required

- Customers can take advantage of added bonuses, including double CashBack(R) rewards(3,4) and three months free(5) on new sign-ups for PAYD Pro(TM)++ from Moneris(R)++ PAYD(TM)++

- BMO Poll found that the majority of Canadian small business owners (54 per cent) are seeking a less complicated banking experience(i)

Latest white paper outlines approach to target date funds, focusing on balancing investor risks and outcomes

- Cloud-based accounting software simplifies the management of day-to-day operations - in the office or on the go

- Program is currently available to all Ontario business owners, with a nationwide rollout planned for later this year

- Cardholders get $1.75 for every $100 spent

- No tiers, caps or spending limits

- No annual fee for the first year - a $120 value

Integration of fingerprint recognition is the perfect passcode, offering quick, convenient and secure access to iPhone app for personal debit and credit card customers

- New program includes a customized wealth plan and a full suite of services designed to evolve should circumstances change

- Ideal solution for affluent seniors and their families

- There are currently more than 5.3 million people aged 65+ in Canada

"BMO Wealth Management" will help clients turn change into opportunity by better aligning BMO's existing wealth businesses

- Manufacturing and exports in Ontario and Quebec get boost from a weaker currency and firm U.S. demand

- U.S. states in the region see ongoing housing recovery

- Region will benefit from the steep slide in oil prices

New funds deliver growth opportunities from around the world through either active management of ETFs, or direct equity holdings

-New capabilities will enable clients to trade equities and options, view account holdings, and monitor their portfolios in real-time

-BMO Market Pro equips active traders with valuable tools and information to help them stay on top of the markets