2024 etf.com Awards

Awarded annually to one individual for outstanding long-term contributions to ETF investor outcomes, whether from a position of media, regulation, product provider, investor or another category.

Awarded to the ETF that has done the most to improve investor opportunities and outcomes in 2023 by providing access to interesting areas of the market, lowering costs, delivering new exposures or otherwise creating better results for investors.

Awarded to a fund that has demonstrated outstanding performance, innovation or impact in the international equity market. This award highlights funds that have displayed exceptional capabilities in tracking or investing in global equities, as well as success managing and navigating the global equity markets.

Awarded to the ETF issuer that has done the most to improve investor outcomes through product introductions, product performance, fund management, asset gathering, investor support and innovation in 2023.

Awarded to the new ETF issuer that has done the most to improve investor outcomes through product introductions, product performance, fund management, investor support and innovation. Innovation is a key consideration, as the ETF should showcase a creative and original approach to asset management.

Awarded to a fund that has demonstrated outstanding performance, innovation or impact in the U.S. equity market. This award highlights funds that have displayed exceptional capabilities in tracking, managing or investing in U.S. equities.

Awarded to a fund that has demonstrated outstanding performance, innovation or impact in the international equity market. This award highlights funds that have displayed exceptional capabilities in tracking or investing in global equities, as well as success in managing and navigating international markets.

Awarded to a recently launched ETF that has demonstrated outstanding performance and expertise in managing and investing in U.S. fixed-income assets across various fixed income categories, such as government bonds, corporate bonds, municipal bonds and other instruments.

Awarded to a recently launched ETF that has demonstrated outstanding performance and expertise in managing and investing in international fixed-income assets across various fixed-income categories, such as government bonds, corporate bonds, municipal bonds and other instruments. 

Awarded to a recently launched ETF that has demonstrated exceptional expertise and success managing investments with an active, hands-on approach, including a clear and well-defined strategy that differentiates it from passive index-based ETFs.

Awarded to a fund that has demonstrated outstanding performance and innovation in the field of environmental, social and governance investing. This award acknowledges significant impacts on ESG investing.

Awarded to the most innovative smart-beta or factor ETF launched in 2023, regardless of asset class. The award celebrates the use of a quantitative, research-driven approach to attempt to deliver superior long-term risk-adjusted returns.

Awarded to the most impactful thematic ETF of 2023 that created a novel product for investors. The winner also has also demonstrated the ability to capture important macro investment strategies that led to specific portfolio outcomes.

Awarded to the index provider that has done the most to improve investor outcomes in 2023 through product introductions, product performance, fund management, investor support and innovation.

Awarded to a unique and often amusing fund name that celebrates a clever, memorable and distinctive stock symbol or ticker from a recently launched fund.

Awarded to a person or company that is playing a crucial role in promoting diversity, equity and inclusion by demonstrating commitment, implementing policies and having an impact on diverse communities. The award highlights and rewards efforts to make the world a more inclusive place for all.

Awarded to a non-media organization that has demonstrated dedication to educating investors and financial professionals. The winner emphasizes coaching investors about the risks and benefits of ETFs, and promoting transparency in the industry and responsible investing practices.