Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) Solution

SunGard and iShares, a leading global ETF provider, have come together to create a joint solution for recordkeepers and third-party administrators (TPAs) to seamlessly incorporate ETFs as standard options in retirement plans.

Your organization can now handle both ETFs and mutual funds within the same plan, using the same system, thereby helping minimize your operational burden. This solution addresses multiple major operational barriers, while helping keep product costs down. TPAs and advisors using SunGard’s Omni and Relius recordkeeping platforms for benefits administration will be able to access and trade iShares ETFs through an integrated link to the SunGard Global Network (SGN). For custody and settlement services, SunGard is leveraging the ETFxChange platform provided by Mid-Atlantic Trust Company (MATC). 

SunGard Institutional Brokerage Inc. does not underwrite, issue, offer or engage in the solicitation of securities. This should not be construed as a solicitation or offer of iShares by SunGard, nor is it a recommendation for the purchase of ETFs within retirement plans. 

Features

  • Customize portfolios and asset allocations to create options that participants can select, allowing plans to take advantage of the breadth of iShares ETF products.
  • Modify active portfolios and custom portfolios frequently to create advisor-driven active strategies (tactical rotation, risk budgeting, etc.), positioning ETFs directly against active strategies and maximize the iShares product advantage.

 

Benefits

  • Works operationally like a mutual fund
  • Enables both ETFs and mutual funds in the same plan
  • Allows participants to hold fractional ETF shares
  • Facilitates optional late-day trading
  • Helps reduce manual processing
  • Remains transparent to clients
  • Helps minimize operational and maintenance burdens on recordkeepers and TPAs

Brochures & Datasheets

SGN Brokerage Services offered in the United States are provided by SunGard Institutional Brokerage Inc., Member FINRA / SIPC .

SGN Brokerage Services offered throughout Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific are provided by SunGard Global Execution Services Limited which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority, No. 469919 • Incorporated and registered in England and Wales No. 3127109 • Registered Office: 25 Canada Square, London E14 5LQ

SunGard Global Execution Services Limited (ARBN No. 132 508 742) is exempted from licensing under Australia Securities & Investments Commission Class Order 03/1099 and is regulated by the Financial Services Authority under UK laws, which differ from Australian laws.