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you are currently viewing:VanEck Enters Defined Outcome Space with Its First Buffer ETF, JULVAugust 25, 2026-First in a planned suite of defined outcome funds, the VanEck U.S. Equity Buffer ETF -July (JULV), subadvised by Lido Advisors, is designed to buffer against the first 20% of losses over a one-year period while providing upside exposure to a predetermined cap.1 Buffered outcome ETFs use investment strategies that differ from more typical products and may not be suitable for all investors. Before investing, please carefully read the prospectus to understand the fund’s strategy and associated risks. VanEck today launched the VanEck U.S. Equity Buffer ETF - July (JULV), which is designed to provide investors with exposure to the potential upside of the U.S. equity market, up to a predetermined cap, with a built-in buffer against initial losses over an annual outcome period. Source: VanEck |
ProShares Launches Suite of Autocallable Income ETFs
August 20, 2026--Three new ETFs provide simpler access to autocallable strategies linked to the S&P 500, Nasdaq-100, and Russell 2000
ProShares, a premier provider of ETFs, today announced the launch of three new Autocallable Income ETFs, offering investors a simpler way to access autocallable strategies with the liquidity, transparency, and convenience of an ETF.
ARK Invest Launches Its First Income Strategy, ARKY, Targeting 17.5% Income Through Its Innovation Equity Universe
August 19, 2026-Where Innovation Meets Income, ARK Presents a Compelling New Opportunity For Investors
ARK Investment Management LLC ("ARK" or "ARK Invest"), an investment adviser focused solely on disruptive innovation, today announced the launch of the ARK Active Autocallable Income ETF (ARKY).
BMO and REX Shares Launch MicroSectorsTM 3× Long and -3× Short Brazil, Japan and Taiwan ETNs (Cboe BZX: BRZL, BRZD, JPNU, JPND, TAWN, TPEI)
August 19, 2026-Bank of Montreal ("BMO") and REX Shares, LLC ("REX") today announced the launch of the following Exchange Traded Notes ("ETNs") issued by BMO:
ETN Title:MicroSectorsTM 3× Long Brazil ETNs due July 31, 2046 (the "BRZL ETNs")
Ticker: BRZL
Exposure Type: 3× (long)
The US national debt now stands at $40 trillion
August 19, 2026-The national debt surpassed a record $40 trillion on Wednesday, a staggering milestone as defense costs, social programs like Social Security and Medicare and interest on the burgeoning deficit make up an enormous share of federal spending.
Defiance ETFs Launches CROB, the First US Listed ETF Focusing Specifically on China's Humanoid Robotic Ecosystem
August 19, 2026-Defiance ETFs, a leading publisher of themed and leveraged exchange-traded funds (ETF), today announced the launch of the Defiance China Robotics ETF (Nasdaq: CROB), the first US-listed ETF to focus specifically on the humanoid robotic ecosystem in China.
Jeff Weniger joins Corgi as Chief Investment Strategist After Nearly a Decade at WisdomTree Asset Management
August 19, 2026-Veteran macro strategist joins Corgi Invest to lead market strategy and investor education across the firm's ETF lineup.
Corgi Invest today announced that Jeff Weniger, CFA, has joined the firm as Chief Investment Strategist. In the role, Mr. Weniger will help shape product strategy and lead the firm''s market commentary and investor-education efforts.
Vanguard Announces Termination of Vanguard Global Minimum Volatility ETF
August 19, 2026-Vanguard Investments Canada Inc. (the "Manager") announces that it has submitted an application to the Toronto Stock Exchange (the "TSX") to voluntarily delist Vanguard Global Minimum Volatility ETF (TSX:VVO) (the "Vanguard ETF").
KraneShares Launches Asia AI Technology ETF (NYSE: KAIT)
August 19, 2026-KraneShares, a leading provider of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) delivering access to emerging technology strategies, today announced the launch of the KraneShares Asia AI Technology ETF (Ticker: KAIT) on the New York Stock Exchange.
Main Management Announces the Launch of a 351 Exchange ETF
August 19, 2026-Main Management will launch the Main Active Rotation ETF (SECA) on the Cboe BZX Exchange on September 18, 2026. The Fund is the firm's fifth ETF and its first brought to market through a Section 351 exchange - a structure that lets investors contribute appreciated securities into the Fund on a tax-deferred basis.
First Trust Expands ETF Lineup with Launch of Three New Single Stock Target Income ETFs(R)
August 19, 2026- First Trust Advisors L.P. ("First Trust"), a leading provider of exchange-traded funds ("ETFs") and outcome-based strategies, announced the launch of three new actively managed ETFs, collectively referred to as the "Single Stock Target Income ETFs" or "the funds."
