TORONTO, Aug. 12, 2026 /CNW/ -- The RBC iShares alliance today announced the expansion of its lineup of fixed income solutions with the launch of three new ETF Series of RBC Funds. RBC Emerging Markets Bond Fund – ETF

TORONTO, Aug. 12, 2026 /CNW/ -- The RBC iShares alliance today announced the expansion of its lineup of fixed income solutions with the launch of three new ETF Series of RBC Funds. RBC Emerging Markets Bond Fund – ETF Series, RBC Global Corporate Bond Fund – ETF Series and RBC High Yield Bond Fund – ETF Series are managed by RBC Global Asset Management Inc. (&#34;RBC GAM Inc.&#34;) and are expected to begin trading on Cboe Canada today.
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<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><table xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="1" class="prnbcc"><tr xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen2" colspan="1" rowspan="1" nowrap="nowrap">Fund</td><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen2" colspan="1" rowspan="1" nowrap="nowrap">Ticker Symbol</td><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen2" colspan="1" rowspan="1" nowrap="nowrap">Management Fee</td></tr><tr xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen2" colspan="1" rowspan="1" nowrap="nowrap">RBC Emerging Markets Bond Fund – ETF Series</td><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen2" colspan="1" rowspan="1" nowrap="nowrap">REMB</td><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen2" colspan="1" rowspan="1" nowrap="nowrap">0.75 %</td></tr><tr xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen2" colspan="1" rowspan="1" nowrap="nowrap">RBC Global Corporate Bond Fund – ETF Series </td><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen2" colspan="1" rowspan="1" nowrap="nowrap">RGCB</td><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen2" colspan="1" rowspan="1" nowrap="nowrap">0.60 %</td></tr><tr xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen2" colspan="1" rowspan="1" nowrap="nowrap">RBC High Yield Bond Fund – ETF Series </td><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen2" colspan="1" rowspan="1" nowrap="nowrap">RHYB</td><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen2" colspan="1" rowspan="1" nowrap="nowrap">0.75 %</td></tr></table></div>RBC Emerging Markets Bond Fund – ETF Series - The fund seeks to provide total returns comprised of interest income and capital growth by investing primarily in government debt securities of emerging market countries.RBC Global Corporate Bond Fund – ETF Series – The fund seeks to provide a high level of interest income with the potential for modest capital growth by investing primarily in investment grade corporate debt securities from anywhere in the world.RBC High Yield Bond Fund – ETF Series - The fund seeks to provide a high level of income with the potential for modest capital growth by investing primarily in higher yielding corporate debt securities issued by Canadian and U.S. corporations.The RBC iShares alliance aims to help clients achieve their investment objectives by empowering them to build efficient portfolios and take control of their financial futures. The RBC iShares alliance is committed to delivering a truly differentiated ETF experience and positive outcomes for clients.For further information regarding RBC ETFs, please visit <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://www.rbcgam.com/etfsolutions" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.rbcgam.com/etfsolutions</a>.The RBC iShares alliance includes RBC ETFs and ETF Series of RBC Funds managed by RBC Global Asset Management Inc. (&#34;RBC GAM Inc.&#34;) and iShares ETFs managed by BlackRock Asset Management Canada Limited. Commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with investments in exchange-traded funds (&#34;ETFs&#34;). Please read the applicable prospectus or ETF Facts document before investing. ETFs are not guaranteed, their values change frequently, and past performance may not be repeated. ETF Series is a class of securities offered by a conventional mutual fund however, unlike conventional mutual fund series, ETF Series are bought and sold at market price on a stock exchange like an ETF. Brokerage commissions will reduce returns. RBC Funds are managed by RBC Global Asset Management Inc., which is a member of the RBC GAM group of companies and an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada.About RBC Royal Bank of Canada is a global financial institution with a purpose-driven, principles-led approach to delivering leading performance. Our success comes from the 101,000+ employees who leverage their imaginations and insights to bring our vision, values and strategy to life so we can help our clients thrive and communities prosper. As Canada&#39;s biggest bank and one of the largest in the world, based on market capitalization, we have a diversified business model with a focus on innovation and providing exceptional experiences to our more than 19 million clients in Canada, the U.S. and 27 other countries. Learn more at <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://www.rbc.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">rbc.com</a>.‎We are proud to support a broad range of community initiatives through donations, community investments and employee volunteer activities. See how at <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://www.rbc.com/our-impact/index.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">rbc.com/peopleandplanet</a>.About RBC Global Asset Management <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://www.rbcgam.com/en/landing" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">RBC Global Asset Management</a> (RBC GAM) is the asset management division of Royal Bank of Canada (RBC). RBC GAM is a provider of global investment management services and solutions to institutional, high-net-worth and individual investors through separate accounts, pooled funds, mutual funds, hedge funds, exchange-traded funds and specialty investment strategies. RBC Funds, BlueBay Funds, PH&amp;N Funds and RBC ETFs are offered by RBC Global Asset Management Inc. (RBC GAM Inc.) and distributed through authorized dealers in Canada. The RBC GAM group of companies, which includes RBC GAM Inc. (including PH&amp;N Institutional), manage approximately $810 billion in assets and have approximately 1,600 employees located across Canada, the United States, Europe and Asia.About BlackRock BlackRock&#39;s purpose is to help more and more people experience financial well-being. As a fiduciary to investors and a leading provider of financial technology, we help millions of people build savings that serve them throughout their lives by making investing easier and more affordable. For additional information on BlackRock, please visit <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="http://www.blackrock.com/corporate" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.blackrock.com/corporate</a>.About iShares ETFs iShares unlocks opportunity across markets to meet the evolving needs of investors. With more than twenty years of experience, a global line-up of more than 1,700 exchange traded funds (ETFs) and approximately $6.2 trillion in assets under management as of June 30, 2026, iShares continues to drive progress for the financial industry. iShares funds are powered by the expert portfolio and risk management of BlackRock.For more information, please contact: <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="mailto:brandon.dorey@rbc.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Brandon Dorey</a>, RBC GAM Corporate Communications, 647-262-6307



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The RBC iShares alliance expands lineup of fixed income ETFs with the launch of RBC Emerging Markets Bond Fund - ETF Series, RBC Global Corporate Bond Fund - ETF Series and RBC High Yield Bond Fund - ETF Series

RBC iShares expands fixed-income ETF lineup; potential revenue tailwind for RBC GAM

TORONTO, Aug. 12, 2026 /CNW/ -- RBC Global Asset Management Inc. (&#34;RBC GAM Inc.&#34;) today announced final details regarding the scheduled maturity of RBC Target 2026 Canadian Government Bond ETF (TSX:RGQO), RBC

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 TORONTO, Aug. 12, 2026 /CNW/ -- The RBC iShares alliance today announced the expansion of its lineup of fixed income solutions with the launch of three new ETF Series of RBC Funds. RBC Emerging Markets Bond Fund – ETF
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 RBC iShares expands its fixed-income ETF lineup with three new RBC Funds ETF Series (REMB, RGCB, RHYB), trading on Cboe Canada today. Fees range from 0.60% to 0.75%. Managed by RBC GAM, the move broadens RBC&#039;s asset-management revenue channel and could lift AUM if inflows materialize, though competition with BlackRock&#039;s iShares may pressure fees.
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 <ul><li>RBC iShares expands fixed-income lineup with three ETF Series.</li><li>REMB, RGCB, RHYB begin trading on Cboe Canada today.</li><li>Fees: REMB 0.75%, RGCB 0.60%, RHYB 0.75%.</li><li>Funds target EM government debt, global corporates, and high-yield debt.</li><li>Fund management by RBC Global Asset Management; alliance with BlackRock.</li></ul>
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 <ul><li>Royal Bank of Canada (RY): ETF expansion via RBC iShares could lift fee-based income and asset growth, supporting ROE over time.</li><li>BlackRock, Inc. (BLK): RBC iShares alliance leverages BlackRock&#039;s distribution; potential flow will affect RBC ETF revenue and competitive dynamics.</li></ul>
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 Industry News: highlights a strategic product expansion in RBC&#039;s ETF ecosystem and a distribution partnership with BlackRock, signaling potential long-run revenue and asset-growth implications for RBC.
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 <ul><li>Date: Aug 12, 2026.</li><li>ETF Series launched: REMB, RGCB, RHYB.</li><li>Fees: REMB 0.75%, RGCB 0.60%, RHYB 0.75%.</li><li>Trading venue: Cboe Canada.</li><li>RBC GAM assets under management: about $810 billion.</li><li>Alliance: RBC iShares alliance with BlackRock.</li></ul>
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 RBC (RY) could see a modest, 6–12 month earnings uplift from ETF inflows.
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TORONTO, Aug. 12, 2026 /CNW/ -- The RBC iShares alliance today announced the expansion of its lineup of fixed income solutions with the launch of three new ETF Series of RBC Funds. RBC Emerging Markets Bond Fund – ETF Series, RBC Global Corporate Bond Fund – ETF Series and RBC High Yield Bond Fund – ETF Series are managed by RBC Global Asset Management Inc. (&#34;RBC GAM Inc.&#34;) and are expected to begin trading on Cboe Canada today.
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<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><table xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="1" class="prnbcc"><tr xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen2" colspan="1" rowspan="1" nowrap="nowrap">Fund</td><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen2" colspan="1" rowspan="1" nowrap="nowrap">Ticker Symbol</td><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen2" colspan="1" rowspan="1" nowrap="nowrap">Management Fee</td></tr><tr xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen2" colspan="1" rowspan="1" nowrap="nowrap">RBC Emerging Markets Bond Fund – ETF Series</td><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen2" colspan="1" rowspan="1" nowrap="nowrap">REMB</td><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen2" colspan="1" rowspan="1" nowrap="nowrap">0.75 %</td></tr><tr xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen2" colspan="1" rowspan="1" nowrap="nowrap">RBC Global Corporate Bond Fund – ETF Series </td><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen2" colspan="1" rowspan="1" nowrap="nowrap">RGCB</td><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen2" colspan="1" rowspan="1" nowrap="nowrap">0.60 %</td></tr><tr xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen2" colspan="1" rowspan="1" nowrap="nowrap">RBC High Yield Bond Fund – ETF Series </td><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen2" colspan="1" rowspan="1" nowrap="nowrap">RHYB</td><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen2" colspan="1" rowspan="1" nowrap="nowrap">0.75 %</td></tr></table></div>RBC Emerging Markets Bond Fund – ETF Series - The fund seeks to provide total returns comprised of interest income and capital growth by investing primarily in government debt securities of emerging market countries.RBC Global Corporate Bond Fund – ETF Series – The fund seeks to provide a high level of interest income with the potential for modest capital growth by investing primarily in investment grade corporate debt securities from anywhere in the world.RBC High Yield Bond Fund – ETF Series - The fund seeks to provide a high level of income with the potential for modest capital growth by investing primarily in higher yielding corporate debt securities issued by Canadian and U.S. corporations.The RBC iShares alliance aims to help clients achieve their investment objectives by empowering them to build efficient portfolios and take control of their financial futures. The RBC iShares alliance is committed to delivering a truly differentiated ETF experience and positive outcomes for clients.For further information regarding RBC ETFs, please visit <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://www.rbcgam.com/etfsolutions" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.rbcgam.com/etfsolutions</a>.The RBC iShares alliance includes RBC ETFs and ETF Series of RBC Funds managed by RBC Global Asset Management Inc. (&#34;RBC GAM Inc.&#34;) and iShares ETFs managed by BlackRock Asset Management Canada Limited. Commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with investments in exchange-traded funds (&#34;ETFs&#34;). Please read the applicable prospectus or ETF Facts document before investing. ETFs are not guaranteed, their values change frequently, and past performance may not be repeated. ETF Series is a class of securities offered by a conventional mutual fund however, unlike conventional mutual fund series, ETF Series are bought and sold at market price on a stock exchange like an ETF. Brokerage commissions will reduce returns. RBC Funds are managed by RBC Global Asset Management Inc., which is a member of the RBC GAM group of companies and an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada.About RBC Royal Bank of Canada is a global financial institution with a purpose-driven, principles-led approach to delivering leading performance. Our success comes from the 101,000+ employees who leverage their imaginations and insights to bring our vision, values and strategy to life so we can help our clients thrive and communities prosper. As Canada&#39;s biggest bank and one of the largest in the world, based on market capitalization, we have a diversified business model with a focus on innovation and providing exceptional experiences to our more than 19 million clients in Canada, the U.S. and 27 other countries. Learn more at <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://www.rbc.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">rbc.com</a>.‎We are proud to support a broad range of community initiatives through donations, community investments and employee volunteer activities. See how at <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://www.rbc.com/our-impact/index.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">rbc.com/peopleandplanet</a>.About RBC Global Asset Management <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://www.rbcgam.com/en/landing" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">RBC Global Asset Management</a> (RBC GAM) is the asset management division of Royal Bank of Canada (RBC). RBC GAM is a provider of global investment management services and solutions to institutional, high-net-worth and individual investors through separate accounts, pooled funds, mutual funds, hedge funds, exchange-traded funds and specialty investment strategies. RBC Funds, BlueBay Funds, PH&amp;N Funds and RBC ETFs are offered by RBC Global Asset Management Inc. (RBC GAM Inc.) and distributed through authorized dealers in Canada. The RBC GAM group of companies, which includes RBC GAM Inc. (including PH&amp;N Institutional), manage approximately $810 billion in assets and have approximately 1,600 employees located across Canada, the United States, Europe and Asia.About BlackRock BlackRock&#39;s purpose is to help more and more people experience financial well-being. As a fiduciary to investors and a leading provider of financial technology, we help millions of people build savings that serve them throughout their lives by making investing easier and more affordable. For additional information on BlackRock, please visit <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="http://www.blackrock.com/corporate" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.blackrock.com/corporate</a>.About iShares ETFs iShares unlocks opportunity across markets to meet the evolving needs of investors. With more than twenty years of experience, a global line-up of more than 1,700 exchange traded funds (ETFs) and approximately $6.2 trillion in assets under management as of June 30, 2026, iShares continues to drive progress for the financial industry. iShares funds are powered by the expert portfolio and risk management of BlackRock.For more information, please contact: <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="mailto:brandon.dorey@rbc.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Brandon Dorey</a>, RBC GAM Corporate Communications, 647-262-6307



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RBC iShares expands its fixed-income ETF lineup with three new RBC Funds ETF Series (REMB, RGCB, RHYB), trading on Cboe Canada today. Fees range from 0.60% to 0.75%. Managed by RBC GAM, the move broadens RBC's asset-management revenue channel and could lift AUM if inflows materialize, though competition with BlackRock's iShares may pressure fees.

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