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you are currently viewing:Brazil plans overhaul of ETF rules to allow new productsApril 29, 2026-CVM review could open door to actively managed and leveraged ETFs as market matures According to Claudio Maes, head of Institutional Investor Supervision (SIN), the review is expected to incorporate different structures-such as passive, active, and leveraged ETFs-within a single regulatory framework, but with tailored rules for each category. The regulator intends to submit the proposal for public consultation this year, in line with its 2026 agenda, with the regulatory process expected to be completed by 2027. Maes made the remarks at an ETF-focused event hosted by B3 in Rio de Janeiro. Source: valorinternational.globo.com |
Inspire Investing Announces Lower Expense Ratios on 5 Faith-Based ETFs
April 28, 2026-Inspire Investing, the world's largest provider of Christian ETFs, reported expense ratio reductions on five of its exchange traded funds. These reductions range from 2.7% to 7.6% for an overall average decrease of 5.3%.
Defiance's Quantum Computing ETF (QTUM) Surpasses $4 Billion in Assets and Earns 5-Star Morningstar Rating
April 27, 2026-Defiance ETFs today announced that its Quantum Computing ETF (QTUM) has surpassed $4 billion in assets under management and has earned a 5-star Morningstar(R) Rating, reflecting strong risk-adjusted performance within its peer group.
Defiance Drone & Modern Warfare ETF (JEDI) Surpasses $100 Million in Assets Under Management in Less Than Seven Months
April 27, 2026-Rapid investor adoption underscores growing demand for targeted exposure to next-generation defense and drone technology
Defiance ETFs, a leading thematic and next-generation ETF issuer, today announced that the Defiance Drone & Modern Warfare ETF (NYSE Arca: JEDI) has surpassed $100 million in assets under management (as of 04/20/2026), reaching this milestone in less than seven months since its inception on September 25, 2025.
Defiance Launches STXL: 2X Leveraged ETF on Seagate Technology Holdings plc
April 23, 2026-Defiance ETFs today announced the launch of the Defiance Daily Target 2X Long STX ETF (STXL), expanding its lineup of single-stock leveraged ETFs designed for active traders seeking amplified exposure to individual equities.
The Defiance Daily Target 2X Long STX ETF is designed for traders seeking magnified, short-term bullish exposure to Seagate Technology Holdings plc (NASDAQ: STX) (the "Underlying Security").
iREIT MarketVector Quality REIT Index ETF (IRET) to Close
April 23, 2026-Wide Moat Indexes LLC, in coordination with Tidal Investments LLC, today announced the closure and liquidation of the iREIT MarketVector Quality REIT Index ETF (Ticker: IRET) (the "Fund").
Toews Agility Shares to Launch Hedged Equity ETF June 15; Seeded via Tax-Deferred 351 ETF Exchange
April 22, 2026-New Hedged Risk ETF, HRSK Integrates Dynamic Hedging with a Tax-Aware Seeding Strategy via Section 351 ETF Exchange
Toews Asset Management, a boutique investment firm specializing in managed-risk strategies, today announced the upcoming launch of Toews Agility Shares Hedged Risk ETF (Ticker: HRSK).
0.09% Biblically Responsible ETF Outperforms S&P 500 Index in Two Years Since Launch Inspire Investing
April 22, 2026-Inspire Investing, the world's largest provider of Christian ETFs (as of 12/31/2025), celebrates the 2nd anniversary of the groundbreaking Inspire 500 ETF (NYSE: PTL), a low-cost large cap faith-based ETF designed to serve as a core U.S. equity holding for biblically responsible investors.
Institutional Investors Are Rapidly Expanding Usage of ETFs
April 21, 2026-New Cerulli research, in collaboration with Invesco, shows North American asset owners' adoption of ETFs has doubled in five years, as investors seek liquidity, efficiency, and access to previously hard to reach strategies
Amplify ETFs Launches Two Fixed Income Covered Call ETFs for Targeted Annualized Income
April 21, 2026-Introducing the Amplify LQD Investment Grade 12% Target Income ETF (LQDM) & Amplify HYG High Yield 10% Target Income ETF (HYGM)
Amplify ETFs, a leading provider of breakthrough ETF solutions, announces the launch of two new fixed income ETFs: the Amplify LQD Investment Grade 12% Target Income ETF (CBOE: LQDM) and the Amplify HYG High Yield 10% Target Income ETF (CBOE: HYGM).
Defiance's Quantum Computing ETF (QTUM) Surpasses $4 Billion in Assets and Earns 5-Star Morningstar Rating
April 21, 2026-Defiance ETFs today announced that its Quantum Computing ETF (QTUM) has surpassed $4 billion in assets under management and has earned a 5-star Morningstar(R) Rating, reflecting strong risk-adjusted performance within its peer group.
