The ETF-Mutual Fund Mashup Is Almost Legal—And Portfolios May Never Look the Same
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jul 19 2025
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Source: Benzinga
Potential Regulatory Changes: The SEC may approve hybrid ETF-mutual fund share-class designs by late 2025, allowing asset managers to create new ETF share classes linked to existing mutual funds, which could lead to significant cost savings and tax advantages in the $25 trillion U.S. fund industry.
Impact on Asset Managers and Investors: If approved, this change could streamline operations for asset managers, enhance tax efficiency for investors, and double the options available in the ETF strategy universe, while also potentially lowering costs for consumers.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
