KraneShares U.S. Hedged Equity ETF (KSPY) Joins LPL Financial's No-Transaction-Fee Platform

Core Insights - KraneShares has announced that its KraneShares Hedgeye Hedged Equity Index ETF (KSPY) has been added to LPL Financial's No-Transaction-Fee platform, enhancing accessibility for over 22,000 financial advisors and their clients [1][2] Group 1: Product Features - KSPY utilizes Hedgeye's Risk Range™ Signals to manage downside risk and upside participation, with the S&P 500 closing within its daily published Risk Range™ 83% of the time since 2015 [3][9] - The ETF employs a dynamic options strategy that adjusts based on the S&P 500's position relative to the Risk Range™ Signals, allowing for daily adjustments to portfolio delta [4][9] - KSPY aims to maximize equity exposure in favorable market conditions while reducing exposure during adverse conditions, providing a systematic approach to risk management [5][4] Group 2: Strategic Partnerships and Distribution - The addition of KSPY to the NTF platform aligns with KraneShares' strategic partnership with InspereX, further enhancing distribution within LPL's advisor network [6] - KraneShares has expanded its offerings on the NTF platform to 16 ETFs, covering various themes including emerging technologies, carbon markets, and income solutions [5][6] Group 3: Company Overview - KraneShares is recognized as a specialist investment manager focused on innovative strategies, particularly in China-focused and climate-focused ETFs, as well as disruptive technologies [7] - The firm aims to provide global investors with access to transformative growth opportunities through research-driven products and educational resources [7]