Invesco Canada announces changes to risk ratings on Canadian-listed ETFs
Invesco Canada Ltd. announced changes to the risk ratings of several of its Canadian-listed ETFs effective immediately. The affected ETFs include the Invesco S&P 500 Low Volatility Index ETF (CAD and USD Units), Invesco NASDAQ Next Gen 100 Index ETF, and Invesco ESG NASDAQ Next Gen 100 Index ETF, among others. The risk rating adjustments classify all the ETFs as 'medium' compared to previous ratings of 'low to medium' and 'medium to high'. Importantly, no changes were made to the investment objectives or strategies of these funds, adhering to guidelines set by the Canadian Securities Administrators.
- No changes to investment objectives or strategies, ensuring stability.
- Risk ratings adjusted to align with regulatory standards.
- Increased risk ratings may deter conservative investors.
TORONTO, Jan. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Invesco Canada Ltd. ("Invesco"), a leading asset management firm, announced today changes to the risk ratings applicable to several of its Canadian-listed exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The changes in risk rating are effective immediately and details are included in the following table.
ETF Name and Series | Ticker Symbol | Previous Risk Rating | New Risk Rating |
Invesco S&P 500 Low Volatility Index ETF – CAD Units | ULV.C | Low to medium | Medium |
Invesco S&P 500 Low Volatility Index ETF – USD Units | ULV.U | Low to medium | Medium |
Invesco S&P 500 Low Volatility Index ETF – CAD Hedged Units | ULV.F | Low to medium | Medium |
Invesco S&P 500 ESG Index ETF – CAD Units | ESG | Low to medium | Medium |
Invesco NASDAQ Next Gen 100 Index ETF – CAD Units | QQJR | Medium to high | Medium |
Invesco NASDAQ 100 Equal Weight Index ETF – CAD Hedged Units | QQEQ.F | Medium to high | Medium |
Invesco ESG NASDAQ Next Gen 100 Index ETF – CAD Units | QQJE | Medium to high | Medium |
The risk rating changes were made in accordance with the risk classification methodology set by the Canadian Securities Administrators to determine the risk level of funds. No changes have been made to the investment objectives or strategies of these ETFs. A summary of the risk rating classification methodology, investment objectives and strategies of an ETF can be found in the ETF's most recently filed prospectus.
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