ETF News You Missed This Week - October 12-16, 2026

ETF Launches

Robotics, AI and Semiconductor ETFs Expand Thematic Offerings

Rareview Capital and Tuttle Capital Management launched the Tuttle - Rareview Humanoid Robotics ETF (HOID), an actively managed fund investing in companies developing humanoid robots and their supporting technologies. The strategy covers the robotics supply chain, from AI, software and semiconductors to sensors, actuators and batteries, with exposure to established manufacturers and emerging developers.

Global X launched two technology-focused ETFs. The Global X Small Modular Reactor ETF (SMRZ) actively invests in approximately 15 companies involved in small modular nuclear reactor development, construction and fueling, including NuScale Power, Oklo and X-Energy. The Global X Asia Semiconductor ETF (ACHP) tracks an index of up to 25 semiconductor companies across Asia, including MediaTek, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing, SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics. SMRZ charges 0.75%, while ACHP carries a 0.50% expense ratio.

Leverage Shares by Themes launched the Leverage Shares MANGOS ETF (MGOL), an actively managed fund targeting six technology and AI companies: Meta, NVIDIA, Alphabet, SpaceX, OpenAI and Anthropic. The strategy primarily uses swaps and options to obtain exposure, including to private companies. MGOL carries an expense ratio of 0.99%.

Active Equity Strategies Target International Markets and Supply Chains

William Blair Investment Management entered the ETF market with two actively managed funds, the William Blair Emerging Markets Equity ETF (WBEM) and William Blair International Equity ETF (WBIE). Both apply the firm's research-driven approach to identifying quality and growth opportunities outside the United States. William Blair managed $19.8 billion in emerging markets equities and $18.5 billion in international equities as of June 2026 and plans to expand its ETF platform into additional asset classes.

Tuttle Capital Management launched the Tuttle Capital Thematic ETF (GANZ), an actively managed fund investing across emerging macroeconomic themes and their supply chains. The strategy uses a proprietary five-stage thematic framework to identify companies benefiting directly or indirectly from structural trends. GANZ may employ options for leveraged exposure, downside protection and defensive positioning. The fund charges 0.75%.

Specialized Equity and Options Income Strategies Enter the Market

REX Shares launched the REX Peptide ETF (PEPT), tracking the VettaFi Peptide Index and investing in companies involved in peptide-based pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, medical devices, supplements and skincare. The index included 36 constituents as of September 30, with at least 80% of its weight allocated to pure-play peptide companies. PEPT charges 0.65% and joins REX's existing drone and AI chipmaking ETFs.

XFUNDS by Nicholas Wealth launched the XFUNDS Technology Income ETF (VGTX), an actively managed fund combining U.S. technology equity exposure with options-based income strategies. The portfolio may use call and put spreads, standalone call options and cash-secured puts to generate premiums supporting distributions, while prioritizing capital appreciation.

State Street Expands S&P 500 Sector ETF Lineup

State Street Investment Management launched four market-capitalization-weighted sector ETFs: the State Street S&P 500 Consumer Discretionary Market Sector SPDR ETF (XLYM), State Street S&P 500 Consumer Staples Market Sector SPDR ETF (XLPM), State Street S&P 500 Energy Market Sector SPDR ETF (XLEM) and State Street S&P 500 Technology Market Sector SPDR ETF (XLKM). Unlike the existing Select Sector SPDR lineup, the new funds track S&P 500 sector indexes without capping individual constituent weights. The strategies may combine existing sector SPDR ETF holdings, individual equities and derivatives to replicate their respective benchmarks.

Fixed Income Launches Span Treasuries, Inflation Protection and Credit

Dimensional Fund Advisors launched the DFA Intermediate Government Fixed Income Portfolio ETF Class (DFGV), an actively managed fund investing primarily in non-callable U.S. Treasury and government agency securities, alongside AAA-rated foreign sovereign and supranational debt. The portfolio generally targets maturities of five to 15 years and manages duration with reference to the Bloomberg U.S. Government Bond Index.

F/m Investments launched the F/m Long-Term Treasury Inflation-Protected Security ETF (RTHY), tracking the Bloomberg U.S. TIPS 25+ Year Equal Weight Index. The fund invests in inflation-protected U.S. Treasury securities with at least 25 years remaining to maturity, providing targeted long-duration inflation-linked exposure. Its extended maturity profile also makes it particularly sensitive to changes in real interest rates.

Corgi launched 15 fixed income ETFs on October 16, expanding its offering across government bonds, corporate credit, inflation-linked securities and cash management. The lineup includes the Corgi FTSE U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF (AGGB), Corgi U.S. Treasury Bond ETF (UB), Corgi U.S. TIPS Bond ETF (TTTT), Corgi High Yield Corporate Bond ETF (HH), Corgi BBB Rated Corporate Bond ETF (BBBB), Corgi Aaa-A Intermediate Corporate Bond ETF (AAAB) and Corgi Fallen Angels Bond ETF (ANG). Additional funds target investment-grade corporate bonds and Treasury maturities of 7–10, 10–20 and 20-plus years. Fourteen funds track FTSE indexes, while the actively managed Corgi Money Market ETF (MMF) invests exclusively in U.S. Treasury securities and cash, operating as a government money market fund with a floating net asset value.

ETF Filings

GraniteShares Targets Prediction Markets, Government Stakes and Specialized Industries

GraniteShares filed for five actively managed thematic ETFs covering emerging industries and targeted equity strategies.

The GraniteShares Prediction Markets ETF would invest in publicly traded companies operating prediction market exchanges, brokerages, clearing services, trading platforms and supporting infrastructure. The fund would not invest directly in event contracts or privately held prediction market operators.

The GraniteShares Cash-Burn Growth ETF would target companies reporting negative earnings or free cash flow while maintaining annual revenue growth of at least 20%. Eligible companies must have sufficient liquidity to fund operations for the next 12 months, with the portfolio expected to concentrate in technology and healthcare.

The GraniteShares American Stakes ETF would invest in publicly traded companies in which the U.S. federal government holds or has agreed to acquire an equity or equity-linked interest, including ownership arrangements associated with strategic industrial programs such as the CHIPS Act.

The GraniteShares Ex-China Critical Minerals ETF would target companies involved in the extraction, processing, refining and recycling of critical minerals, excluding businesses with significant Chinese operations, ownership or government ties.

The GraniteShares Global Shipbuilding ETF would invest in commercial and naval shipbuilders, marine equipment manufacturers and related service providers across international markets, excluding companies headquartered or listed in China, Hong Kong or Macau.

AI Infrastructure Filings Span Software, Memory Chips and Electricity

Direxion filed for three ETFs targeting semiconductor memory technologies and U.S. electricity markets. The proposed Direxion Memory ETF would track an equally weighted index of 15 global companies specializing in memory and storage technologies, including DRAM, flash memory and related components. The Direxion AI Powered Electricity Commodity ETF would track an index of six front-month electricity futures contracts, while the Direxion AI Powered Electricity Commodity - Long Dated ETF would provide exposure to 72 electricity futures contracts across six U.S. power markets and 12 monthly maturities. Both electricity funds would use futures-based strategies, including through Cayman Islands subsidiaries, and operate as commodity pools.

Harbor Capital filed for two actively managed ETFs targeting companies benefiting from AI adoption. The AI Software Beneficiaries ETF would invest in software businesses spanning applications, data infrastructure, cybersecurity and developer tools, using proprietary thematic scoring to determine portfolio allocations. The Agentic Commerce ETF would target companies supporting AI-powered purchasing and transactions, including retailers, payment providers, software developers and digital asset platforms. Both strategies may invest internationally, including in emerging markets and private securities, while the Agentic Commerce ETF may obtain cryptocurrency exposure through exchange-traded products.

Active Fixed Income and Managed Futures Strategies Attract New Filings

Bramshill Investments filed for the Bramshill Power Income ETF (BPOW), an actively managed global fixed income fund allocating dynamically across corporate credit, securitized credit and emerging market debt. Initial allocations would be approximately equal, with each segment permitted to range from 8% to 58%. The strategy may invest without limit in below-investment-grade or unrated debt, use derivatives and borrow up to 25% of total assets to increase investment exposure.

Harbor Capital Advisors filed for the Harbor Managed Futures ETF (HCTA), an actively managed strategy subadvised by Altis Partners. The fund would combine trend-following and non-trend quantitative models, taking long and short futures positions across commodities, bonds and short-term interest rates. HCTA may allocate up to 25% of its assets to a Cayman Islands subsidiary for commodity futures exposure.

Simplify Plans Four ETFs Combining Equity, Bond and Managed Futures Strategies

Simplify Asset Management filed for four actively managed ETFs combining existing investment strategies primarily through total return swaps.

The Simplify Aggregate Bond PLUS Managed Futures Funds ETF would combine exposure to the Simplify Aggregate Bond ETF (AGGH) and Simplify Managed Futures Strategy ETF (CTA), while the Simplify Global Equity PLUS Managed Futures Funds ETF would pair CTA with the Simplify Affinity World Leaders ETF (WLDR).

The Simplify Global Equity PLUS Aggregate Bond ETF would combine WLDR with AGGH, while the Simplify US Equity PLUS Aggregate Bond ETF would pair AGGH with the Simplify US Equity Income ETF (SPUC).

All four proposed funds would be actively managed and non-diversified, with allocations determined by market opportunities and implementation considerations. The filings did not specify tickers, fees or launch dates.

Equity Income Filings Target Nasdaq-100 Exposure and Frequent Distributions

Aptus Capital Advisors filed for the Aptus Nasdaq-100 Enhanced Yield ETF (JUCQ), an actively managed fund allocating 80% to 95% of assets to Nasdaq-100 constituents while using total return swaps linked to systematic derivatives strategies. The ETF would target monthly distributions equivalent to an annualized rate of 5% to 12%, although payments would not be guaranteed and could include return of capital.

Franklin Templeton filed for two actively managed ETFs offering biweekly distributions through equity portfolios and covered-call strategies. The Franklin PayDay Core Enhanced Equity Income ETF would primarily invest in S&P 500 companies, while the Franklin PayDay Innovation Enhanced Equity Income ETF would focus on Nasdaq Composite companies, particularly Nasdaq-100 constituents. Both would use quantitative stock selection, with O'Shaughnessy Asset Management managing options overlays designed to generate additional income. Call-writing exposure could reach 100% of the value of equity holdings, potentially limiting participation in strong market rallies.

Quantitative and AI-Driven Equity Strategies Seek ETF Listings

SMI Advisory Services filed for the SMI Large Cap Core ETF (SMI), an actively managed U.S. large-cap equity fund using proprietary quantitative models to assess momentum, volatility and valuation. The strategy would select from approximately 1,000 large-cap companies, dynamically adjusting growth and value exposure and holding between 50 and 800 securities depending on market conditions.

StockSnips filed for the StockSnips AI Sector Sentiment Leaders ETF, an actively managed fund-of-funds using artificial intelligence and deep reinforcement learning to rotate among U.S. sector ETFs. Its proprietary model would analyze news, earnings transcripts, SEC filings and analyst research to assess sentiment across approximately 5,000 stocks, with portfolio adjustments generally occurring at least twice per quarter.

John Hancock Seeks ETF Share Class for Existing Equity Fund

John Hancock Investment Management filed to add an ETF share class to the John Hancock Fundamental All Cap Core Fund, an actively managed strategy investing across U.S. companies of all market capitalizations. The fund uses bottom-up fundamental analysis to identify businesses with sustainable competitive advantages, strong cash flows and attractive valuations. It may allocate up to 20% of assets to foreign equities and use derivatives and ETFs for portfolio management.

Other Updates

Fidelity Investments announced plans to liquidate five ETFs: Fidelity Disruptive Finance ETF (FDFF), Fidelity Disruptive Medicine ETF (FMED), Fidelity Disruptors ETF (FDIF), Fidelity Metaverse ETF (FMET), and Fidelity Real Estate Investment ETF (FPRO). The funds are expected to cease trading after November 12, with liquidation scheduled around November 19, 2026.

ALPS announced that the ALPS Disruptive Technologies ETF (DTEC) will adopt the Bloomberg Frontier Tech Focus Equal Weight Index on December 28, shifting its benchmark exposure toward six emerging technology themes, including quantum computing, humanoid robotics and advanced air mobility. Meanwhile, two Sound ETFs face proposed reorganizations: the Sound Equity Dividend Income ETF (DIVY) would become the Hilton Dividend & Yield Equity ETF, while the Sound Enhanced Fixed Income ETF (FXED) would transition into the Hilton NCA Enhanced Fixed Income ETF, subject to shareholder approval.

Matthews Asia shareholders approved a new advisory agreement for the Matthews Emerging Markets ex China Active ETF following changes to the firm's ownership structure, with no changes to the agreement's management terms. WisdomTree also updated index oversight for three international equity ETFs, DDWM, DDLS and XC, transferring governance responsibilities to its standing Global, International and EM Equity Index Committee without changing fund expenses or day-to-day management. Separately, VettaFi acquired the SPADE Defense Index underlying the Invesco Aerospace & Defense ETF (PPA), retaining the existing index methodology.

Global X announced a 5-for-1 forward share split for the Global X NYSE 100 ETF (NYSX), effective October 29. PGIM postponed the conversion of its Jennison Focused Value Fund into an ETF from November 2026 to January 15, 2027, and separately announced plans to transfer the primary listing of the PGIM Active High Yield Bond ETF (PHYL) from NYSE Arca to Cboe BZX on October 29. City National Rochdale is also seeking shareholder approval to reorganize its Municipal High Income Fund into the existing American Beacon Aberdeen Municipal High Income ETF, with the transaction expected to close in March 2027 if approved.

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