GraniteShares is redefining the asset management landscape with ETFs designed for investors who engage with the market with confidence and determination. The firm’s ETFs range from commodities to unique strategies in income and disruptive technologies, extending to leveraged exposures on single stocks.
In the rapidly evolving landscape of exchange-traded funds (ETFs), discerning investors and advisors constantly seek products that not only offer market exposure but also align with their strategic convictions. GraniteShares has emerged as a vanguard in this space, introducing ETFs that cater to investors who engage with the market with confidence and determination and have a keen eye for innovation. During a revealing conversation with Wealth Advisor Managing Editor Scott Martin, Founder and CEO Will Rhind outlines the philosophy driving his firm’s ETF solutions.
Rhind positions GraniteShares as an asset manager for the high-conviction investor. The firm crafts unique ETFs for such investors who also seek diverse market plays and strategic income with low tax complexity, spanning a spectrum of commodities, income strategies, disruptive technologies, and leveraged exposures—and catering to both bullish and bearish outlooks.
NVDL, a leveraged ETF focused on Nvidia, exemplifies GraniteShares’ high-conviction strategies. This fund offers 1.5 times exposure to the tech giant, known for its significant role in the artificial intelligence (AI) industry. NVDL’s performance reflects Nvidia’s market influence and provides investors with a vehicle to amplify their positions, whether they are bullish on AI’s growth trajectory or looking for substantial sector-specific exposure.
With an unwavering belief in the AI narrative, Rhind articulates a bullish outlook for Nvidia, citing the company’s robust earnings and its pivotal role in AI advancements. GraniteShares’ conviction in Nvidia’s potential is a testament to the firm’s investment philosophy, which prizes innovation and industry leadership.
He also highlights the benefits of GraniteShares’ High Income Passthrough Securities (HIPS) ETF, a standout fund that offers a fixed cash distribution, paying 10.75 cents per share per month. In an era where traditional bonds have faltered in delivering consistent returns, HIPS presents a compelling alternative, providing investors with a stable income stream free from the intricacies and tax complications of filing K-1 forms.
Addressing another common pain point for advisors and investors, GraniteShares offers COMB, a broad commodity ETF benchmarked to the Bloomberg Commodity Index. This flagship fund provides comprehensive exposure to major commodities without the dreaded K-1 form, at a competitive expense ratio of 25 basis points. The COMB strategy empowers advisors to incorporate commodities into portfolios effortlessly, aligning with the need for efficient and cost-effective investment options.
The suite of ETFs GraniteShares offers opens up a realm of possibilities for RIAs and BD advisors. The ability to execute pair trades, secure predictable income, and simplify the investment process through no-K-1 funds presents a diversified tool kit to meet client objectives across various market scenarios.
GraniteShares has distinguished itself as an innovator in the ETF arena, tailoring its products to resonate with investors who demand more than passive market participation. As the investment domain continues to transform, GraniteShares’ dedication to strategic product development and a high-conviction investment ethos is poised to keep this firm at the forefront of the industry’s attention.
RIAs and BD advisors seeking to broaden their portfolio offerings and align with cutting-edge market trends would do well to consider the unique ETF solutions GraniteShares provides. With a focus on leveraging technological advancements and fostering market ingenuity, GraniteShares is not just responding to current investor needs—it is shaping the future of high-conviction investing.
