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Garrett joins the Schwab Network to discuss the SEC’s decision to allow ETF share classes within mutual funds. The interview breaks down how it works, why fund managers are moving fast on conversions, and what investors should know about the tax implications. See the full interview here: https://hubs.la/Q03P0wPM0

🚢 South Korea’s $150B Shipbuilding Gambit: What It Could Mean for KDEF South Korea is making waves literally and strategically. Its “Make America Shipbuilding Great Again” (MASGA) initiative is a $150B plan to revive U.S. shipyards with Korean capital, technology, and training. Why it matters: ✅ Korea already commands 25% of global ship orders (H1 2025). ✅ LNG trade is projected to surge ~60% by 2040, bolstering demand for Korea’s high-tech vessels. ✅ Hanwha’s $5B investment in Philadelphia’s shipyard aims to boost annual output from 2 ships to 20. ✅ Submarine tech like the KSS-III is drawing global interest. For investors, the Plus Korea Defense Industry Index (KDEF) seeks exposure to potential: • Steady export revenues • Long-term defense contracts • Rising maritime security demand 🌊 MASGA isn’t just diplomacy, it could be a pivotal development for global defense and investors tracking KDEF. 👉 [Read the full blog & see KDEF holdings] https://hubs.la/Q03NBFKV0 #DefenseIndustry #Shipbuilding #Investing #DefenseStocks #Geopolitics #MaritimeSecurity #KDEF

🌍 Why Global Asset Managers Are Racing to Launch U.S. ETFs 🚀 The U.S. ETF market isn’t just big - it’s massive. With $12T+ in assets, 4,300+ funds, and 240+ issuers, it’s the world’s biggest stage for asset managers. So why are international firms racing to launch ETFs in the U.S. with Exchange Traded Concepts? Here’s what they’re seeing: ✅ Unmatched reach to the world’s largest investor base ✅ Daily transparency that builds trust ✅ Liquidity & efficiency via the creation/redemption model ✅ Turnkey white-label solutions with ETC to speed time-to-market ✨ Ready to bring your strategy stateside? Let’s make it happen. 👉 [Read the full blog] https://hubs.la/Q03MKtCy0

🔦 Defense Spotlight: Inside the Arsenal of KDEF Hanwha Aerospace: Korea’s Quiet Missile Powerhouse Global defense spending hit a record $2.72T in 2024. While U.S. investors know Lockheed Martin and Raytheon, one name may be overlooked: Hanwha Aerospace—a major defense company and a standout holding in the Plus Korea Defense Industry Index ETF (KDEF) (as of 8/26/25). What may make Hanwha worth your attention? • 🇰🇷 Korea’s only jet engine producer — 10,000+ delivered • 🔥 Missile & rocket systems exported worldwide • 🛡️ Redback Infantry Fighting Vehicle win in Australia • 🛰️ Driving Korea’s space program & satellite ambitions • 🤖 Innovator in AI, drones, and eco-friendly naval tech For advisors, Hanwha in KDEF may represent diversification beyond the traditional U.S. defense complex—at the intersection of global demand, innovation, and strategic tailwinds. 👉 See how KDEF puts Hanwha (and more) into U.S. portfolios: [Hyper link to Blog: https://hubs.la/Q03KVqjb0 #DefenseInvesting #ETFs #KDEF #GlobalDefense #Hanwha #MarketInsights

🎉 Happy Anniversary! 🎉 Time flies – these funds just hit another anniversary: FMQQ – The Next Frontier Internet ETF (4 years 🥳) Seeks to harness the explosive growth of internet & e-commerce companies in emerging markets outside China - the next wave of digital exposure. TDSC – ETC Cabana Target Drawdown 10 ETF (5 years 🍾) Engineered to help investors stay invested by targeting a maximum 10% drawdown, aiming to blend growth potential with disciplined risk management. TDSB – ETC Cabana Target Beta ETF (5 years 🎂) Built to dynamically adjust market exposure, aiming for smoother returns across cycles. Thank you to our partners and investors for joining us on this journey. Here’s to continued collaboration and innovation. To learn more about FMQQ: https://hubs.la/Q03J-TrG0 To learn more about TDSC & TDSB: https://hubs.la/Q03J-XmP0

When Capital Gains Become Gravity After a decade of strong markets, many portfolios face a hidden weight: unrealized gains. Selling to rebalance? That can trigger steep taxes - pulling performance down. A 351 Exchange offers a smarter path: move appreciated assets into an ETF tax-deferred while unlocking diversification, efficiency, and scalability. Our new guide breaks it down: ✅ 3 questions every manager should ask ✅ 5 things to know about a 351 exchange ✅ 1 reason ETC is the partner to trust Don’t let gains weigh portfolios down - turn them into momentum. 👉 [Read the 3-5-1 Guide] https://hubs.la/Q03JDYWf0

🌏 Defense Diversified: Why Portfolios May Need a Global Battle Plan Most U.S. defense ETFs march in formation - dominated by a few mega-cap names. But the global defense landscape is shifting fast. By the Numbers: • $2.72T Global military spending in 2024, +9.4% YoY (largest rise since the Cold War) • +17% Europe’s surge in defense budgets • $47.6B South Korea’s 2024 defense budget South Korea’s Rise Now a top-10 exporter, Korea is landing multi-billion-dollar contracts for tanks, aircraft, and missile defense worldwide - becoming essential to allied supply chains. Why It Matters Limiting defense exposure to U.S. giants can miss: • Growth in regions with rising budgets • Innovative, export-driven companies • Tech-led advances in AI, robotics, and cybersecurity The Plus Korea Defense Industry Index ETF $KDEF seeks to offer targeted access to Korea’s defense sector - positioned where innovation meets global demand. Don’t fight tomorrow’s battles with yesterday’s portfolio. 👉 Learn More → https://hubs.la/Q03J0WPT0 #ETFInvesting #GlobalMarkets #DefenseSpending #MilitaryTech #FinancialAdvisors

VOTING CLOSES FRIDAY THE 12th. VOTE FOR ETC. The ETF Express US Awards Shortlists for Service Providers and Issuers 2025 is here! FINAL STAGE of the ETF Express U.S. Awards 2025 is now open. ETC is on the shortlist for the “Best US White Label Platform” category (No. 22) at this year's ETF Express US Awards 2025. Voting closes on Friday 12th September. Vote here: [Vote now](https://hubs.la/Q03J0D920) We appreciate your support!

🌴 Future Proof Festival | Huntington Beach, CA 🌴 We’re packing the sunscreen and the ETFs. 😎 📍 Find us at Booth 223 (Section 2) Here’s what you’ll get when you stop by: ✔️ Learn how ETC helps advisors and managers bring ETF ideas to life ✔️ Explore our slate of ETFs and strategies ✔️ Discover ways we can help grow your business ✔️ Walk away with a Solo Cup Tumbler If you’re coming to #FutureProof, make Booth 223 your first stop. Let’s talk ETFs by the beach! 🌊

🚨 Defense isn’t what it used to be. And neither are the players leading the charge. While legacy contractors focus on volume, South Korea is deploying innovation: 🛰️ AI-guided missiles 🤖 Autonomous vehicles 🧠 Cyber warfare systems Korea’s not just guarding borders—it’s exporting next-gen tech across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. The Plus Korea Defense Industry Index ETF (KDEF) offers direct exposure to the firms redefining modern warfare. Traditional defense ETFs may miss this front. KDEF doesn’t. Ready. Aim. Allocate → https://hubs.la/Q03FQLMd0