Americas ETF News
you are currently viewing:IMF-Regional Economic Outlook for the Western Hemisphere, April 2026April 17, 2026-The Western Hemisphere entered 2026 in sound footing: growth was close to potential, output gaps had mostly closed, and inflation was at, or converging toward, target in most countries. However, the outbreak of the war in the Middle East will have effects in the region, albeit unequal among countries. Large oil producers are benefiting from high energy prices, while energy commodity and food importers-particularly those with high public debt, low international reserves, or reliance on external financing-face unambiguously negative economic impacts. Efforts to strengthen monetary policy frameworks in the past should help contain inflationary pressures. For most countries, there is limited fiscal policy space to respond to the shock, and difficult trade-offs will be faced, including reducing outlays in other areas or increasing revenues from those that can afford it. Political pressures to contain fuel and food price increases should be resisted. Instead, support to the vulnerable should be strategically deployed. Source: imf.org |
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%.
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).
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.
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.
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.
Pzena Investment Management Enters the Active ETF Space with Launch of Two Exchange-Traded Funds
April 7, 2026-Pzena Investment Management ("Pzena"), a global investment manager specializing in classic value investing, today announced the launch of its first two actively managed exchange-traded funds (ETFs), marking the firm's entry into the ETF marketplace.
The Acruence Active Hedge U.S. Equity ETF (XVOL) to Close
April 7, 2026-Tidal Investments LLC and Acruence Capital, LLC announce the planned closure and liquidation of The Acruence Active Hedge U.S. Equity ETF (Cboe: XVOL) (the "Fund"). The Fund's last day of trading is expected to be Thursday, April 16, 2026, and the Fund is expected to liquidate on Monday, April 20, 2026.
