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ETF.com 2026 Awards: Industry Giants Reclaim Spotlight as Innovation Shifts to Sophisticated Strategies

The 2026 ETF.com Awards reveal a decisive shift, with established giants like Vanguard, State Street, and Fidelity dominating the winners' circle. This year's results highlight investor appetite for complex active strategies, crypto innovation beyond simple Bitcoin exposure, and the mainstreaming of institutional-grade approaches like risk parity and private credit within the ETF wrapper.

Mar 9, 2026

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F/m Investments Breaks New Ground with First Dual-Share ETF-Mutual Fund Launch

The debut of a dual-share class structure by F/m Investments, allowing its TBIL ETF to also be purchased as a mutual fund, could reshape retirement investing and marks a pivotal shift following the expiration of Vanguard's patent.

Feb 19, 2026

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BlackRock's Unconventional Move: Absorbing a Small Rival's ETF in a Niche Market Play

In a departure from its typical strategy, BlackRock is set to acquire assets from CornerCap's $200 million large-cap value ETF, tripling the size of a relatively new iShares fund. The deal highlights the evolving dynamics and consolidation pressures within the active ETF space.

Feb 9, 2026

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A $5,000 Bet on the S&P 500: How a Simple ETF Strategy Turned Into a Fortune Over 15 Years

The power of long-term, passive investing is vividly illustrated by the staggering returns of a major index-tracking ETF. We break down the numbers and what they mean for everyday investors.

Feb 21, 2026

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Sustainable Investment Firm Impax Makes ETF Debut, Signaling Broader Industry Shift

Amid a booming ETF market and political turbulence for sustainable investing, specialist asset manager Impax has launched its first U.S. exchange-traded fund by converting a $100 million mutual fund, with plans for further expansions.

Feb 9, 2026

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Direxion Bets Big on SoFi with New 2X Leveraged ETF, Signaling Fintech's Mainstream Momentum

The launch of the Direxion Daily SoFi Bull 2X ETF provides traders a tool to amplify short-term moves in SoFi Technologies' stock, while underscoring the digital bank's evolution from a student loan refinancer to a diversified financial platform challenging both traditional and neobank rivals.

Feb 25, 2026

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T. Rowe Price Charts New Course: Leadership Transition and Innovation ETF Signal Strategic Shift

T. Rowe Price Group announces a multi-year succession plan for its investment management arm, with Steven Krichbaum set to succeed Steph Jackson, alongside the launch of a new actively managed ETF targeting innovative companies. The moves highlight the firm's dual focus on leadership continuity and capturing growth in thematic investing.

Feb 4, 2026

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Dividend ETF Showdown: SCHD Emerges as Surprise Leader Amid Market Shift

In a surprising turn for income investors, the Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) has significantly outperformed rivals VYM and DGRO in early 2026. Our analysis reveals a market rotation favoring defensive holdings and sustainable yield, challenging conventional dividend ETF wisdom.

Mar 14, 2026

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From Bottom to Top: How SCHD Engineered a Stunning ETF Comeback

After three punishing years in the doldrums, the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) has surged back to lead its category in 2026. We analyze the portfolio shifts behind its remarkable turnaround.

Mar 9, 2026

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Trump-Themed ETF Manager Consolidates 'America First' Funds with Latest Acquisition

Yorkville America Equities, adviser to the Truth Social ETF suite, announces its second deal in under a month to absorb a fund aligned with former President Trump's policies, significantly boosting its assets under management.

Feb 20, 2026

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Trump Media Expands 'America First' ETF Lineup with Crypto Funds, Partners with Crypto.com

Trump Media's investment arm files for two new cryptocurrency ETFs—one targeting Cronos, the other a Bitcoin-Ethereum blend—deepening its push into digital assets with a familiar political branding.

Feb 14, 2026

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Trump Media's Truth Social Funds to Acquire 'God Bless America' ETF in Rare Industry Move

In an unusual acquisition within the ETF space, the investment arm behind former President Donald Trump's social media platform is set to purchase the conservative-themed 'God Bless America' ETF, significantly expanding its asset base and adding active management to its lineup.

Feb 3, 2026

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Navigating Uncertainty: Three ETF Strategies to Consider for a Volatile Market

As investor sentiment cools, we examine three exchange-traded fund approaches designed to provide stability and diversification in the face of potential economic headwinds.

Feb 27, 2026

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Beyond SCHD: Six Dividend ETFs Offering Higher Yields, Better Diversification, or Stronger Growth

While the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) remains a cornerstone for income investors, a new analysis highlights several compelling alternatives that address its potential gaps in sector exposure, yield, and international diversification.

Feb 2, 2026

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How a Gold ETF Revolutionized Investing and Created a $5,000-Ounce Opportunity

As gold prices surge, we examine the trailblazing SPDR Gold Shares ETF, which transformed access to the precious metal and paved the way for today's diverse ETF landscape.

Mar 15, 2026

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Defiance ETFs Bets on Altruism with New Autism-Focused Fund, Pledging Profits to Charity

In a rare move for the ETF industry, Defiance ETFs is launching a fund targeting the autism ecosystem and committing to donate all net advisory profits to nonprofits for its first two years, challenging the sector's thin-margin norms.

Mar 19, 2026

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BlackRock Broadens Fixed-Income Arsenal with Major iBonds Expansion and New Leveraged Loan ETF

BlackRock is significantly expanding its suite of iBonds ETFs and launching a first-of-its-kind floating rate loan fund, offering investors new tools for bond laddering and credit market access as the asset manager navigates a recent stock dip.

Mar 6, 2026

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Korean ETF Frenzy: $6.4 Billion Daily Turnover as Kospi's AI-Fueled Rally Hits 50%

Record-breaking trading in the iShares MSCI South Korea ETF underscores a global scramble for exposure to the country's semiconductor giants, mirroring a 50% surge in the benchmark Kospi index driven by AI optimism.

Feb 28, 2026

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Urban Financial Makes $29 Million Bet on Akre Focus ETF, Signaling Strategic Portfolio Shift

Investment advisory firm Urban Financial has initiated a major position in the actively managed Akre Focus ETF, a move analysts interpret as a pivot towards concentrated, quality-focused equity strategies away from broad market indexes.

Feb 19, 2026

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The $1.5 Billion Bet on Private Tech: Inside the XOVR ETF's Struggle to Deliver

The ERShares Private-Public Crossover ETF (XOVR) promised a novel bridge to pre-IPO giants like SpaceX. With $1.5 billion in assets, it blends public tech stocks with private equity stakes. Yet, its performance has dramatically lagged the broader market, raising questions about the cost and complexity of accessing private innovation through an ETF wrapper.

Feb 19, 2026