Building and Distributing an Exchange-Traded Fund from Start to Finish

While ETFs have existed for about 30 years, it is no secret that they have exploded in popularity with investors for a variety of reasons, such as ease of purchase, trading flexibility, and tax efficiency. Well-established asset managers and new sponsors are entering the space and introducing innovative product lineups.

ACA Foreside partners with over 150 ETF issuers across 850 ETFs, including many of the most recognizable brands in the space. If you are looking to launch an ETF, this guide is for you. We will walk you through everything you need to know to get started, including the differences between ETFs and other product offerings, startup costs, necessary service providers, and how to gain assets via distribution.