Exchange-traded funds

Global X ETFs Expands Preferred Stock and Catholic Values Offerings

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Wednesday, June 24, 2020

NEW YORK, June 24, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global X ETFs, the New York-based provider of exchange-traded funds (ETFs), today announced the launches of the Global X Variable Rate Preferred ETF (PFFV), and the Global X Catholic Values Developed ex-U.S. ETF (CEFA).

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  • NEW YORK, June 24, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global X ETFs, the New York-based provider of exchange-traded funds (ETFs), today announced the launches of the Global X Variable Rate Preferred ETF (PFFV), and the Global X Catholic Values Developed ex-U.S. ETF (CEFA).
  • CEFA expands Global Xs offering of Catholic-aligned investments alongside the existing S&P 500 Catholic Values ETF (CATH).
  • Alex Ashby, head of product development at Global X ETFs added: We were thrilled to see the strong reception to our existing preferred stock and Catholic values ETFs and are excited to introduce PFFV and CEFA to further develop those fund suites.
  • Global X is a member of Mirae Asset Global Investments Group, a Seoul-based global enterprise which offers asset management expertise worldwide.

The Gold-Silver Price Ratio is Starting to Drop and Investors are Turning Towards Precious Metal Stocks

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Wednesday, June 24, 2020

After experiencing years of funding declines, investment dollars are pouring into the precious metals market via exchange-traded funds (ETFs), physical gold and silver purchases, and mining stocks.

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  • After experiencing years of funding declines, investment dollars are pouring into the precious metals market via exchange-traded funds (ETFs), physical gold and silver purchases, and mining stocks.
  • Although gold prices have already made a significant comeback in 2020, analysts see the prices continuing to rise.
  • In April, Bank of America raised its 18-month gold price target , which is higher than the existing price record.
  • You should consider these factors in evaluating the forward-looking statements included herein, and not place undue reliance on such statements.

The Gold-Silver Price Ratio is Starting to Drop and Investors are Turning Towards Precious Metal Stocks

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Wednesday, June 24, 2020

After experiencing years of funding declines, investment dollars are pouring into the precious metals market via exchange-traded funds (ETFs), physical gold and silver purchases, and mining stocks.

Key Points: 
  • After experiencing years of funding declines, investment dollars are pouring into the precious metals market via exchange-traded funds (ETFs), physical gold and silver purchases, and mining stocks.
  • Although gold prices have already made a significant comeback in 2020, analysts see the prices continuing to rise.
  • In April, Bank of America raised its 18-month gold price target , which is higher than the existing price record.
  • You should consider these factors in evaluating the forward-looking statements included herein, and not place undue reliance on such statements.

GraniteShares Gold Trust (BAR) Crosses $1 Billion in AUM

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Wednesday, June 24, 2020

NEW YORK, June 24, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The GraniteShares Gold Trust (NYSE Arca: BAR) , one of the lowest-cost, physically-backed gold ETFs on the market, has surged past $1 billion in assets under management (AUM) as investors flock to safe-haven assets amid continued market uncertainty.

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  • NEW YORK, June 24, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The GraniteShares Gold Trust (NYSE Arca: BAR) , one of the lowest-cost, physically-backed gold ETFs on the market, has surged past $1 billion in assets under management (AUM) as investors flock to safe-haven assets amid continued market uncertainty.
  • The firm also offers the GraniteShares Bloomberg Commodity Broad Strategy No K-1 ETF ( COMB ), the GraniteShares Platinum Trust ( PLTM ), the GraniteShares HIPS U.S. High Income ETF ( HIPS ) and the GraniteShares XOUT U.S. Large Cap ETF ( XOUT ).
  • GraniteShares surpassed $1 billion in total firm AUM last month and continues on a sharp growth trajectory in the current market environment.
  • GraniteShares' focus is on products that bring the excitement back to investing, using new ideas, innovative structures and low cost.

Innovator ETFs Plans to List July Series of Nasdaq 100 and Russell 2000 Power Buffer ETFs, Announces New Upside Cap Ranges for July Defined Outcome Buffer ETFs on S&P 500, MSCI EAFE and MSCI Emerging Markets

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Wednesday, June 24, 2020

Buffer refers to the amount of downside protection the fund seeks to provide, before fees and expenses, over the full Outcome Period.

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  • Buffer refers to the amount of downside protection the fund seeks to provide, before fees and expenses, over the full Outcome Period.
  • Defined Outcome ETFs are the worlds first ETFs that seek to provide investors the upside performance of broadly recognized indexes (e.g., S&P 500, Nasdaq 100, Russell 2000, MSCI EAFE, and MSCI Emerging Markets) to a cap, with built-in buffers, over an outcome period of one year.
  • Unlike structured notes, which offer limited liquidity, Innovator Defined Outcome ETFs trade throughout the day on an exchange, like a stock.
  • The Innovator Russell 2000 Power Buffer ETF (the Fund) has been developed solely by Innovator Capital Management, LLC.

Wells Fargo Joins ICE ETF Hub for Enhanced Access to the ETF Primary Market

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Wednesday, June 24, 2020

Were excited to have an opportunity to work with a leading firm like Wells Fargo as they continue growing their presence in the ETF primary market, said Peter Borstelmann, Head of ICE ETF Hub.

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  • Were excited to have an opportunity to work with a leading firm like Wells Fargo as they continue growing their presence in the ETF primary market, said Peter Borstelmann, Head of ICE ETF Hub.
  • The growing community of market participants on ICE ETF Hub provides valuable insights as we work to bring more efficiencies to the creation and redemption process.
  • ICE ETF Hub has been developed as an industry-wide, open architecture, primary market platform for ETFs, which creates a more standardized and simplified process for ETF creation and redemption.
  • Wells Fargo is excited to partner with ICE ETF Hub in our efforts to facilitate liquidity provision across all constituents of the ETF community, said John Leone, Managing Director, Head of Quantitative Strategy at Wells Fargo Corporate and Investment Banking.

Orion Partners with State Street Global Advisors to Expand Investment Program

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Tuesday, June 23, 2020

Orion Advisor Solutions , the premier provider of financial advisor technology and investment solutions, announces a new offering with State Street Global Advisors (State Street), and the availability of a suite of low-cost model portfolios.

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  • Orion Advisor Solutions , the premier provider of financial advisor technology and investment solutions, announces a new offering with State Street Global Advisors (State Street), and the availability of a suite of low-cost model portfolios.
  • Built from the forecasts of State Streets Investment Solutions Group, these portfolios provide global diversification based on their target balance of risk and return, helping advisors deliver a consistent investment approach with lower turnover and greater cost efficiency.
  • Users of Communities and Orion Portfolio Solutions can also access State Streets Tax-Sensitive Strategic Asset Allocation ETF Portfolios, spanning from conservative to growth.
  • Advisors in search of uncorrelated alpha can access State Street Active Asset Allocation ETF Portfolios through Communities.

O’Shares Global Internet Giants ETF (OGIG) Performance Over 40% YTD, Surpasses $200 Million in AUM and Celebrates 2-Year Anniversary

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Tuesday, June 23, 2020

OShares Global Internet Giants ETF (OGIG) is up over 40% year-to-date through June 18, 2020, outperforming the NASDAQ 100 Stock Index by over 25% and surpassed $200 million in AUM.

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  • OShares Global Internet Giants ETF (OGIG) is up over 40% year-to-date through June 18, 2020, outperforming the NASDAQ 100 Stock Index by over 25% and surpassed $200 million in AUM.
  • OGIG holds over 60 large cap stocks of internet and e-commerce businesses, selected for strong balance sheets and strong revenue growth.
  • The pandemic is causing some surprising efficiency gains and profit growth, said Kevin OLeary, Chairman of OShares ETFs.
  • OGIG is an exchange traded fund (ETF) that seeks to track the performance (before fees and expenses) of the OShares Global Internet Giants Index (the Target Index).

WisdomTree ETFs Declare Distributions

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Tuesday, June 23, 2020

WisdomTree Investments, Inc., through its subsidiaries in the U.S. and Europe (collectively, WisdomTree), is an exchange-traded fund (ETF) and exchange-traded product (ETP) sponsor and asset manager headquartered in New York.

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  • WisdomTree Investments, Inc., through its subsidiaries in the U.S. and Europe (collectively, WisdomTree), is an exchange-traded fund (ETF) and exchange-traded product (ETP) sponsor and asset manager headquartered in New York.
  • WisdomTree is the marketing name for WisdomTree Investments, Inc. and its subsidiaries worldwide.
  • Due to the investment strategy of certain Funds they may make higher capital gain distributions than other ETFs.
  • Past distributions are not indicative of future distributions.

Ossiam Selects ICE Data Services for Carbon Reduction ETF

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Tuesday, June 23, 2020

Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE:ICE), a leading operator of global exchanges and clearing houses and provider of data and listings services, today announced that Ossiam has selected the ICE 3-5 Year Euro Government Carbon Reduction Index, administered by ICE Data Indices, LLC, as the benchmark for a new exchange traded fund (ETF), called the Ossiam 3-5 Year Euro Carbon Reduction ETF.

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  • Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE:ICE), a leading operator of global exchanges and clearing houses and provider of data and listings services, today announced that Ossiam has selected the ICE 3-5 Year Euro Government Carbon Reduction Index, administered by ICE Data Indices, LLC, as the benchmark for a new exchange traded fund (ETF), called the Ossiam 3-5 Year Euro Carbon Reduction ETF.
  • Both indices are part of the ICE Data Indices comprehensive family of more than 6,000 global fixed income, equity, commodity and currency indexes, which leverage ICE Data Services pricing, reference data and analytics solutions.
  • We are happy to have ICE Data Services supporting our carbon reduction ETF, said Bruno Poulin, CEO of Ossiam.
  • Recognizing the importance of ESG factors for many investors, were pleased to work with Ossiam as they launch a fund tracking the ICE 3-5 Year Euro Government Carbon Reduction Index, said Phil Galdi, Head of Indices at ICE Data Services.