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BMO Long-Term US Treasury Bond Index ETF (ZTL.TO)

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star iconJun 21, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 3 opinions in the last 12 months.

The BMO Long-Term US Treasury Bond Index ETF (ZTL-T) is viewed as a strategic investment by multiple experts, particularly during periods of economic uncertainty. With predictions of increased volatility in 2026, it is suggested that holding such bonds will provide a cushion against market shocks, allowing investors to capitalize on opportunities when equities are undervalued. Moreover, experts indicate that these bonds could rally in response to a tougher economic landscape in the US, making them an appealing choice for those looking to enhance their bond portfolio. However, considerations around tax implications may affect their attractiveness depending on an individual investor's situation. Overall, this ETF offers a blend of security and potential for growth, especially in challenging economic times.

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TOP PICK
Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly We reiterate ZTL as a low MER ETF as a defensive buy. It is made up of long term (20-30 yr) US Treasury bonds and was the only sector that rose in value during the most recent market retracement. We think of it as insurance -- as such we will not set a stop-loss nor upper price objective. It pays a yield to park your cash and we like that it is in Canadian funds -- as we expect weakness in the Canadian dollar during a sizable market pullback. Yield 2.60%
DON'T BUY

Never trust yield; look below the surface. As interest rates rise, long-term bonds like this be clobbered. He'd own this only in something like ZAG which also holds short- and medium-term bonds.

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Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly As we find it more challenging to identify TOP PICKs that still have good risk-adjusted upside potential, we often will suggest "hedges" that help protect against sizable downside broad market retracements. ZTL is a low MER ETF made up of long term (20-30 yr) US Treasury bonds. This was the only sector that rose in value during the market collapse back in March. It has recently hit 52 week lows, as the market has achieved all-time highs. Think of it as insurance -- as such we will not set a stop-loss nor upper price objective. It pays a yield to park your cash and we like that it is in Canadian funds -- as we expect weakness in the Canadian dollar during a sizable market pullback. Yield 2.73%
HOLD
This is long treasury bonds. They are the safest yields in the world. He sees the ten-year tending toward zero yield. There is still more to go on this ETF.
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