Empowered Funds LLC Announces Liquidation Dates for Two ETFs
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NEWTOWN SQUARE, Pa., Sept. 18, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- Empowered Funds LLC has announced the liquidation dates for two of its exchange-traded funds (ETFs), marking the end of operations for these investment vehicles. Sophus Capital Emerging Market Small Cap ETF (Nasdaq: EMSC) will liquidate on or about October 28, 2026, while Sophus Capital Emerging Market ETF (Nasdaq: EMEM) will follow suit on or about October 14, 2026.
According to the press release, both funds will cease trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market LLC on the respective dates mentioned. Investors will be unable to purchase shares in these funds after the close of regular trading on October 27, 2026, for EMSC, and October 13, 2026, for EMEM. Creation and redemption orders will no longer be accepted after these dates.
Shareholders are advised that they can sell their holdings in the funds prior to the liquidation dates, but they may face limitations in the availability of a market for their shares. The funds may not be invested in a manner consistent with their stated objectives and strategies during the period leading up to the liquidation, and they may increase their cash holdings.
Upon the applicable liquidation date, each fund will distribute cash pro rata to all shareholders of record. These distributions are expected to be treated as a taxable event, potentially resulting in capital gains or losses depending on the shareholder's tax basis. Empowered Funds LLC advises shareholders to consult their tax advisors regarding the specific tax implications of the liquidation.
The press release also notes that the funds' investment adviser is Empowered Funds, LLC, doing business as ETF Architect. The funds are distributed by PINE Distributors LLC and sponsored by Sophus Capital LLC, with sub-advisory services provided by Consilium Investment Management, LLC, doing business as Sophus Capital.
The release provides important information for shareholders and potential investors. It states that the funds will distribute cash pro rata to all shareholders of record promptly after the applicable liquidation date. The distribution will reflect the costs of closing the applicable fund, if any. Once the distributions are complete, each fund will terminate.
Investors are advised to be aware of the risks involved in investing, including the potential for loss of principal. The press release also includes a disclaimer that the funds' investment adviser is Empowered Funds, LLC, doing business as ETF Architect. The funds are distributed by PINE Distributors LLC and sponsored by Sophus Capital LLC, with sub-advisory services provided by Consilium Investment Management, LLC, doing business as Sophus Capital.
For further details, interested parties can contact Empowered Funds LLC at 1.215.330.4476 or visit their website at https://sophus-capital-etfs.com.