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Defiance Launches $GLDY, Gold Enhanced Options Income ETF

April 2, 2025-Defiance ETFs is proud to announce the launch of GLDY, the Defiance Gold Enhanced Options Income ETF. GLDY offers investors a new opportunity to seek current income while gaining indirect exposure to the price movements of physical gold bullion.

"We're excited to introduce GLDY," said Sylvia Jablonski, CEO of Defiance ETFs. "With GLDY, investors can access enhanced income potential tied to the price of gold-a historically resilient asset in times of economic uncertainty. As central banks continue to manage inflation and global instability persists, gold may remain a sought-after safe haven."

GLDY is an actively managed ETF designed to provide income while maintaining indirect exposure to the share price performance of GLD, which seeks to track the price of physical gold bullion.

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Source: Defiance ETFs


Crypto With Controlled Risk: How Fortuna's New Bitcoin Fund Seeks To Manage Volatility, Enhance Returns

April 2, 2025--In an attempt to address the complexity of investing in the unpredictable world of cryptocurrency, Fortuna Funds recently came up with the Fortuna Hedged Bitcoin Fund (BATS:HBTC).

Launched on March 20, this actively managed fund seeks to deliver long-term capital appreciation along with risk mitigation.

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Source: msn.com


Global X Management Company LLC Announces Fund Enhancements

April 1, 2025-Global X Management Company LLC ("Global X"), the New York-based provider of exchange-traded funds (ETFs), today announced fund enhancements including name and ticker changes for two funds: the Global X Thematic Growth ETF (GXTG), which has been renamed to the Global X Dorsey Wright Thematic ETF (GXDW), and the Global X Telemedicine & Digital Health ETF (EDOC), which has been renamed to the Global X HealthTech ETF (HEAL), effective April 1, 2025.

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Source: Global X Management Company LLC


Calamos Announces Upside Cap Rates for CPSP and CPRA: Structured Protection ETFs Providing Exposure to S&P 500 and Russell 2000 with 100% Downside Protection Over One Year

April 1, 2025-The Calamos S&P 500 Structured Alt Protection ETFTM--April (CPSP) has announced an upside cap rate of 7.78% over its one-year outcome period following its launch on April 1, 2025.
The Calamos Russell 2000 Structured Alt Protection ETFTM--April (CPRA) has announced an upside cap rate of 9.42% over its one-year outcome period following its launch on April 1, 2025.

The Calamos Structured Protection ETF™ suite combines Calamos' decades-long alternatives, risk management and options investing expertise with the liquid, cost-effective and tax-efficient ETF structure.

Calamos Investments LLC ("Calamos"), a leading alternatives manager, today announced the launch of two ETFs: Calamos S&P 500 Structured Alt Protection ETFTM--April (CPSP), and the Calamos Russell 2000 Structured Alt Protection ETFTM--April (CPRA), each providing 100% downside-protected exposure to their respective indexes with attractive upside cap rates over a one-year outcome period, before fees and expenses.

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Source: Calamos Investments


Ultimus Fund Solutions Supports KKM Financial in Launch of New Exchange Traded Fund

April 1, 2025-Firm completes transition of mutual fund to research-based exchange-traded fund to diversify its offerings
Ultimus Fund Solutions (Ultimus), a leading independent provider of full-service, technology-enhanced fund administration, accounting, and investor solutions, today announced its support of KKM Financial (KKM) in transitioning their Essential 40 mutual fund to an exchange-traded fund (ETF).

The successful conversion marks another opportunity for Ultimus to showcase its ability to provide tailored solutions to support clients navigating the complexities of evolving fund structures. KKM Financial, a premier boutique investment solutions firm based in Chicago, IL, launched The Essential 40 ETF, the latest addition to its suite of research-driven financial products. This new fund will utilize the benefits of the Northern Lights Fund Trust II series trust.

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Source: Ultimus Fund Solutions, LLC


Defiance Launches RGTX: 2X Leveraged ETF for Rigetti Computing, Inc.

April 1, 2025-Defiance ETFs introduces RGTX, the Defiance Daily Target 2X Long RGTI ETF, a 2X leveraged single-stock ETF designed to provide amplified exposure to Rigetti Computing, Inc. (Nasdaq: RGTI). This ETF offers traders a way to seek enhanced returns on Rigetti Computing, Inc. without requiring a margin account.

RGTX seeks daily investment results that correspond to twice (200%) the daily percentage change of Rigetti Computing, a pioneer in quantum computing that has advanced the industry with innovative technology and cutting-edge research.

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Source: Defiance ETFs


Direxion Appoints Mo Sparks as Chief Product Officer

April 1, 2025-Direxion, a leading provider of Leveraged and Inverse ETFs, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mo Sparks as the company's Chief Product Officer. In this role, Sparks will oversee the firm's comprehensive product strategy, while continuing Direxion's long standing commitment to product innovation for the global ETF marketplace.
Mo will report directly to Douglas Yones, Chief Executive Officer.

Mr. Sparks brings over a decade of experience in ETFs, product development, and business growth. Prior to joining Direxion, Sparks served as Head of Exchange-Traded Funds at Raymond James Investment Management, where he launched the firm's ETF business from the ground up. Previously, he led new business development, growth and strategic partnerships at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), facilitating the entry of over 125 asset managers into the ETF market.

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Source: Direxion


Roundhill China Dragons ETF (DRAG) Announces Strategic Rebalance

March 31, 2025-DRAG now offers precise exposure to China's six leading tech giants.
Roundhill Investments, an ETF sponsor focused on innovative financial products, has announced a strategic rebalance of the Roundhill China Dragons ETF (DRAG). Following the rebalance, DRAG provides equal weight exposure to China's six foremost leaders in tech and innovation - Alibaba, BYD, Meituan, PDD Holdings, Tencent and Xiaomi.

As of Friday's close, each China Dragon traded at a market capitalization of more than $100 billion.

Roundhill believes the Six Dragons are analogous to the "Magnificent Seven of China." DRAG seeks to replicate the success of the Roundhill Magnificent Seven ETF (MAGS), which currently has assets under management of more than $1.7 billion.

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Source: Roundhill Investments


Calamos Announces Cap Ranges of Principal Protected Bitcoin ETFs April Series on the Heels of a Successful Inaugural Launch

March 31, 2025-John Koudounis, President and CEO of Calamos, announced the planned April launch of the three new ETFs in the World's First Downside Protected Bitcoin ETF Suite, offering Bitcoin upside growth with 100% (CBOA), 90% (CBXA), and 80% (CBTA) downside protection levels over a one year outcome period.

He stated, "Bitcoin's recent volatility underscores the importance of risk management. I'm proud to say that our inaugural Protected Bitcoin ETFs performed as intended, shielding investors from significant losses. Now is a great time to launch the next series of our Protected Bitcoin ETF Suite."

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Source: Calamos Investments


Direxion Expands Single Stock Leveraged & Inverse ETF Lineup for Exposure to Eli Lilly & Palo Alto Networks

March 31, 2025-Extends Leadership Role with First-Ever Palo Alto Networks Trading Pair, Alongside New Pharma Trades
Direxion, a pioneer in Single Stock Leveraged and Inverse ETFs, expanded its suite of high-powered trading tools with the launch of four new funds tracking the performance of Eli Lilly and Company (LLY) and Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (PANW).

These funds provide traders with amplified, or inverse, exposure to two of the most dynamic sectors-pharmaceuticals and cybersecurity-through the Direxion Daily LLY Bull 2X Shares (Ticker: ELIL) and Direxion Daily LLY Bear 1X Shares (Ticker: ELIS), or the Direxion Daily PANW Bull 2X Shares (Ticker: PALU) and Direxion Daily PANW Bear 1X Shares (Ticker: PALD).

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Source: Direxion


SEC Filings


May 08, 2026 EA Series Trust files with the SEC-Goaltender ETF
May 08, 2026 Kurv ETF Trust files with the SEC-Kurv Enhanced Short Maturity ETF
May 08, 2026 Series Portfolios Trust files with the SEC-Infrastructure Capital Nasdaq Option Income ETF
May 08, 2026 BNY Mellon ETF Trust II files with the SEC-BNY Mellon Emerging Markets Debt ETF
May 08, 2026 Investment Managers Series Trust II files with the SEC-Tradr 2X Long Celonis Daily ETF and Tradr 2X Short Celonis Daily ETF

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Europe ETF News


April 30, 2026 21shares Partners with Kaiko Indices to Enhance Pricing Precision Across European Single-Asset Crypto Suite
April 27, 2026 Calamos Brings Award-Winning Autocallable Income ETF Strategy to Global Investors with Launch of World's First Autocallable UCITS ETF
April 27, 2026 STOXX reclassifies Greece to Developed Market status, completing recognition by all major index providers
April 24, 2026 Bourse Direct opens access to cryptocurrencies via regulated ETNs
April 24, 2026 Amundi launches an ETP providing exposure to bitcoin

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Asia ETF News


May 04, 2026 Webull HK announces "Truly Zero Fees" as standard pricing for US and Hong Kong stock trading: zero commission and zero platform fees
May 01, 2026 Japan exchange giant JPX prepares for crypto ETF debut
April 30, 2026 Indian ETF inflows hit record Rs 1.8 lakh crore in FY26: Zerodha
April 29, 2026 SECP develops roadmap to revive Pakistan's underdeveloped ETF market
April 24, 2026 PAAMC HK Announced the Inclusion of its Two HK-US Equity ETFs in Southbound Stock Connect

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Global ETP News


May 07, 2026 Financial Stability Risks Mount as Artificial Intelligence Fuels Cyberattacks
May 04, 2026 Where the World's $13T in Sovereign Wealth Is Held
April 29, 2026 Global Disruptions Are Testing How the World Moves Goods and People
April 27, 2026 ETFGI reports Active ETF Q1 net inflows were $US245.21 Billion which is up 70% from the prior record set in 2025
April 15, 2026 ETFGI reports Global ETFs Industry Sets Q1 Record as Q1 net Inflows Surge 35% Past 2025 High

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Middle East ETP News


April 30, 2026 ADX hosts initial offering period for US-based ETF
April 28, 2026 UAE leaves OPEC in blow to oil cartel during war on Iran
April 26, 2026 Mideast Stocks: Most Gulf equities nudge higher despite stalled diplomacy in Iran

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Africa ETF News


May 02, 2026 First Mutual Wealth Gold ETF debuts on VFEX
April 23, 2026 Africa Faces Mounting Risks Just as Growth Gains Take Hold
April 16, 2026 IMF-Regional Economic Outlook Update Sub-Saharan Africa-Hard-Won Gains Under Pressure
April 08, 2026 Sub-Saharan Africa's Growth Holds, But Downside Risks Mount

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ESG and Of Interest News


May 01, 2026 The Fastest Growing Space Economy Sectors by 2035
April 15, 2026 Fiscal Policy under Pressure: High Debt, Rising Risks
April 14, 2026 War in the Middle East Challenges Global Financial Stability
April 14, 2026 Global Financial Markets Confront the War in the Middle East and Amplification Risks
April 08, 2026 Energy Shock and Uncertainty Slow Growth in East Asia and Pacific

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White Papers


April 10, 2026 IMF Working Paper-Trade Policy Shocks and Corporate Valuations-Disentangling Trade and Uncertainty Channels
April 10, 2026 IMF Working Paper-Making Stablecoins Stable
April 06, 2026 IMF-Understanding Global Imbalances

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