CIBC Asset Management Inc. announces launch of Canadian and U.S. ETFs with Avantis Investors by American Century Investments

Friday at 8:05am AST · February 20, 2026 4 min read

TORONTO, Feb. 20, 2026 /CNW/ – CIBC (TSX: CM) (NYSE: CM) – CIBC Asset Management Inc. (CAMI) today announced the launch of four new Avantis CIBC ETFs to its expanding suite of ETF offerings. Developed in collaboration with Avantis Investors, an investment offering from American Century Investments Inc., these new ETFs feature both Canadian and U.S. equity mandates. The initial offerings of units have closed, and these four ETFs begin trading today on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX). In addition, four internationally focused Avantis CIBC ETFs are expected to be listed on the TSX in the coming weeks.

“Canadians are looking for solutions that seamlessly complement their investment holdings, and the Avantis CIBC ETFs are purpose-built to integrate effortlessly into their existing portfolios,” said Greg Gipson, Managing Director and Head of ETFs at CIBC Asset Management. “Our strategic alliance with Avantis Investors expands the range of ETF solutions available to our clients by offering them access to new investment opportunities designed to meet their evolving financial needs with confidence.”

The Avantis CIBC ETFs launching today include:

TSX Ticker

ETF Name

CACE

Avantis CIBC Canadian Equity ETF

CAUS

Avantis CIBC U.S. All-Cap Equity ETF

CALV

Avantis CIBC U.S. Large Cap Value ETF

CAUV

Avantis CIBC U.S. Small Cap Value ETF

“It is a privilege to collaborate with CIBC Asset Management to bring our ETF capabilities to investors in Canada. Our strategic alliance with CIBC Asset Management provides Canadian investors with a broader selection of cost-effective ETF solutions to help them achieve their financial goals. We are proud of our relationship with CIBC, which highlights their commitment to offering innovative investment options for their clients,” said Philip McInnis, Chief Investment Strategist of Avantis Investors.

Avantis Investors, an investment offering by global asset manager American Century Investments is one of the fastest growing active ETF providers, which surpassed $100 billion in assets under management (AUM) on December 9, 2025. 



More details about the new Avantis CIBC ETFs can be found at CIBC.com/etfs.



CIBC ETFs are managed by CIBC Asset Management Inc. (“CAM”), a subsidiary of Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce. Commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with investments in exchange traded funds (ETFs). Please read the CIBC ETFs prospectus and ETF Facts document before investing. To obtain a copy, call 1-888-888-3863, ask your advisor or visit CIBC.com/etfs. ETFs are not guaranteed, their values change frequently and past performance may not be repeated.



This material is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, tax, legal or accounting advice nor does it constitute an offer or solicitation to buy or sell any securities referred to.



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American Century Investment Management, Inc. (“ACIM”) is a US registered investment adviser pursuant to the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 of the Securities and Exchange Commission. ACIM is not registered pursuant to Canadian securities law and relies on exemptions from the requirement to register as an adviser in Canada.

About CIBC  

CIBC is a leading North American financial institution with 15 million personal banking, business, public sector and institutional clients. Across Personal and Business Banking, Commercial Banking and Wealth Management, and Capital Markets, CIBC offers a full range of advice, solutions and services through its leading digital banking network, and locations across Canada, in the United States and around the world. Ongoing news releases and more information about CIBC can be found at www.cibc.com/en/about-cibc/media-centre.html

About CIBC Asset Management

CIBC Asset Management Inc. (CAM), the asset management subsidiary of CIBC, provides a range of high-quality investment management services and solutions to retail and institutional investors. CAM’s offerings include: a comprehensive platform of mutual funds, strategic managed portfolio solutions, discretionary investment management services for high-net-worth individuals, and institutional portfolio management. CAM is one of Canada’s largest asset management firms, with over $288* billion in assets under administration as of December 2025. 

*Assets under management (AUM) as of December 31, 2025. This figure includes $58 billion in multi-asset and notional currency overlay mandates and $46 billion in 3rd party sub-advised assets. All figures expressed are in CAD. 

SOURCE CIBC

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