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Weekly ETF Industry News Recap | December 29, 2025- January 2, 2026
ETF Weekly Update (December 29, 2025- January 2, 2026): New launches, fund moves, and filings shape a dynamic week across U.S., Europe, and Canada.
By Trackinsight
January 3, 2026
- United States
- Europe
- Canada
- Launches
- Filings
ETF Weekly Update (December 29, 2025- January 2, 2026): New launches, fund moves, and filings shape a dynamic week across U.S., Europe, and Canada.
United States
Launches
Innovator debuts four Dual Directional ETFs for up and down markets
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Innovator launched four ETFs offering upside potential in rising or modestly declining markets. With 3-month (DDSQ, DDNQ) and 1-year (DDTJ, DDFJ) outcome periods, these funds also include built-in buffers for protection in steep downturns.
ARK launches ARKD ETF with partial downside protection and capped upside
ARKD offers 50 percent downside participation in ARKK losses and 61.2 percent upside above a 5 percent hurdle over rolling 12-month periods. The ETF aims to provide a defined risk-return profile tied to ARKK's performance, appealing to investors seeking moderated volatility with growth potential.
Gabelli Launches GOLS: ETF Focused on Sports & Live Entertainment
Gabelli has introduced the GOLS ETF, offering active exposure to the global sports and live entertainment industry. It invests in teams, leagues, venues, media, and fan-engagement tech. GOLS targets long-term growth by identifying undervalued firms with durable assets and catalysts for value creation.
Pathfinder Debuts Focused Opportunities ETF (PFOE)
Pathfinder has launched the Pathfinder Focused Opportunities ETF (PFOE), a concentrated portfolio of 15–30 high-conviction stocks. It blends quality compounders with special situations like turnarounds and spin-offs. The actively managed fund aims for long-term growth through deep research and disciplined capital allocation.
Pathfinder Launches PFDE: AI-Powered S&P 500 ETF
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