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you are currently viewing:ETF Industry Leader Rob Oliver Launches New ETF Provider "Aura", Debuts U.S. Defense ETF (NYSE: DUTY)April 8, 2026-Aura ETFs Inc. (Aura), a newly formed exchange-traded fund (ETF) provider founded by seasoned ETF industry leader Rob Oliver, today announced its official launch alongside the introduction of its first product, the U.S. Defense ETF (DUTY) on New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Leveraging nearly two decades of ETF industry expertise, Aura is building a global ETF platform focused on innovative thematic and income strategies designed for modern portfolios. The firm aims to deliver targeted ETF solutions that combine industry renowned investment experience with scalable design. Source: Aura ETFs Inc. |
Purpose Investments Announces Termination of Purpose U.S. Preferred Share Fund
April 9, 2026-Purpose Investments Inc. ("Purpose") today announced its decision to terminate Purpose U.S. Preferred Share Fund (the "Fund") at the close of business on or about June 9, 2026 (the "Termination Date"). The termination will be made in accordance with applicable securities and regulatory requirements, as well as the declaration of trust of the Fund.
Wedbush Launches AI Power & Infrastructure ETF as Energy Becomes the Key Force Behind the AI Boom
April 8, 2026-New research-based ETF targets companies powering the rapid rise of artificial intelligence, as surging data center and energy demand drives long-term infrastructure needs.
Wedbush Fund Advisers,LLC has launched the Dan IVES Wedbush AI Power & Infrastructure ETF, which tracks the Solactive Wedbush AI Power & Infrastructure Index.
Minutes of the Federal Open Market Committee, March 17-18, 2026
April 8, 2026-Developments in Financial Markets and Open Market Operations
The manager turned first to an overview of broad market developments during the intermeeting period. Earlier in the period, concerns about artificial intelligence (AI) disruptions to certain business models led to declines in policy rate expectations and interest rates and weighed on equity prices.
T. Rowe Price Expands Fixed Income Investment Platform With New CLO Offering
April 8, 2026--First deal closed at $403.59 million
T. Rowe Price, a global investment management firm and leader in retirement, announced its entrance to the market as an issuer of collateralized loan obligations (CLOs)* with the debut of ROWE CLO 2026-1 Ltd., a US$403.59 million CLO secured primarily by broadly syndicated first-lien loans.
Manulife John Hancock Investments Launches New Active Hedged Equity ETF
April 8, 2026--Manulife John Hancock Investments today announced the launch of John Hancock Hedged Equity ETF (NYSE Arca: JHDG), managed by Manulife Investment Management (Manulife IM). With JHDG, Manulife John Hancock Investments' ETF platform now has 19 funds with more than $12 billion in assets under management.1 Strategies include U.S. and international equity, preferred income, mortgage-backed securities, and corporate and municipal bonds.
Slow Growth in Latin America and the Caribbean amid Global Uncertainty and Weak Investment
April 8, 2026--Reforms to help firms grow, innovate and compete can support better jobs
Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) is projected to grow 2.1% in 2026, below the 2.4% recorded in 2025, according to the latest Latin America and the Caribbean Economic Update. Growth for 2027 is projected at 2.4%.
Defiance Launches XAIL, the World's First 2X Leverage Pure Space ETF
April 8, 2026-Defiance ETFs today announced the launch of the Defiance Pure Space Daily 2X Strategy ETF (XAIL), expanding its lineup of leveraged thematic ETFs designed for active traders seeking amplified exposure to the rapidly evolving global space economy.
XAIL is designed for traders seeking magnified, short-term bullish exposure to a concentrated portfolio of companies directly engaged in space-related technologies and services.
The Procure Space ETF(R) (UFO) Can Now Be Traded on Coinbase
April 7, 2026-ProcureAM is excited to share that the world's first pure-play ETF, the Procure Space ETF(R) (TICKER: UFO), can now be traded on Coinbase. UFO will be available to customers in the United States 24 hours a day, 5 days a week.
Coinbase enables investors to buy and sell exchange-traded funds 24 hours a day, 5 days a week allowing for faster reaction to ever-changing market news.
IMF Executive Board Concludes 2026 Article IV Consultation with the United States
April 2, 2026-GDP growth reached 2% in 2025 despite major policy shifts and a Q4 government shutdown, supported by strong productivity. Inflation was flat as tariff-driven goods inflation offset declining services inflation; the fiscal deficit narrowed slightly, though debt and the current account deficit remained elevated.
Roundhill Investments Launches First-Ever Memory ETF (DRAM)
April 2, 2026--DRAM offers targeted exposure to the global memory semiconductor companies at the center of AI infrastructure demand.
Roundhill Investments, an ETF sponsor focused on innovative financial products, today announced the launch of the Roundhill Memory ETF (Ticker: DRAM).
