Solaris Energy Infrastructure Partners with GQG for Innovative Active ETF Launch
- GQG Partners launched the GQG US Equity ETF using SEI's AIC series trust for operational support on July 14, 2025.
- SEI's AIC infrastructure enables GQG to focus on investment strategies while managing complex fund operations.
- The partnership highlights a trend towards active ETFs, with projected growth from $856 billion in 2024 to $11 trillion by 2035.
GQG Partners Expands ETF Offerings Through Strategic Collaboration with SEI
In a notable development for the investment management landscape, GQG Partners has selected SEI's Advisors' Inner Circle Fund (AIC) series trust as the operational platform for its newly launched GQG US Equity ETF. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in their nine-year partnership, highlighting SEI's capabilities in managing complex fund operations. The GQG US Equity ETF, which officially launched on July 14, 2025, aims to provide investors with a flexible and accessible investment vehicle tailored to GQG's expertise. With over $200 million in assets under management, this launch represents a key turning point for GQG as it embraces the growing trend towards active exchange-traded funds (ETFs).
Active ETFs are gaining traction among investors and advisors, reflecting a shift towards more dynamic investment strategies. GQG's Head of Global Distribution, Steve Ford, emphasizes that the GQG US Equity ETF is a response to the heightened interest in these investment vehicles, which promise greater flexibility and innovation. The projected growth of active ETFs is staggering, with expectations that assets in this category will surge from $856 billion in 2024 to an astonishing $11 trillion by 2035. This growth represents a substantial portion of the total ETF market, indicating that investor appetite for active management continues to expand. GQG's strategy aligns well with this trend, as they aim to leverage their investment management expertise in a format that is increasingly favored by investors.
The operational support provided by SEI's AIC is crucial for GQG’s ETF launch, as it covers all necessary aspects of fund operations, allowing GQG to focus on investment strategies. Sean Lawlor, Senior Vice President at SEI, expresses enthusiasm for this partnership, citing the scalability of the AIC's infrastructure as a vital component for future product launches. As more asset managers enter the ETF space—over 60 in the past year alone—SEI positions itself as a key player in supporting firms like GQG in navigating this expanding market.
In tandem with the growth of active ETFs, the global ETF market continues to evolve, with a rising number of issuers and innovative products. The interest in active management within the ETF framework signifies a broader trend in investment behavior, as more investors seek tailored solutions that can adapt to market dynamics. This collaboration between GQG and SEI not only reflects the current trends but also sets the stage for future developments in the ETF landscape.