Pictet Enters US Market with Three Actively Managed ETFs, Focusing on AI, Cleaner Planet, and Automation.

Pictet Asset Management has launched its first US-listed ETFs, marking its entry into the US ETF market. The three funds target specific market segments, including international equities, "Cleaner Planet" companies, and companies linked to AI and automation. They incorporate AI-driven quantitative and thematic screeners, and aim to outperform the MSCI EAFE Index and other benchmarks. The funds embody Pictet's 220-year history of independent thinking and pioneering investment strategies.

Pictet Asset Management, a Swiss investment pioneer with over $800 billion in assets under management, has launched its first U.S.-listed exchange-traded funds (ETFs), according to a Morningstar report. The new offerings, Pictet AI Enhanced International Equity ETF (PQNT), Pictet Cleaner Planet ETF (PCLN), and Pictet AI & Automation ETF (PBOT), aim to bring the firm's innovative AI-driven quantitative and thematic strategies to U.S. financial advisors and investors.

The three ETFs target specific market segments. PQNT provides diversified international equity exposure using a transparent, factor-neutral AI model. PCLN invests in high-quality companies accelerating the transition towards a cleaner future. PBOT focuses on companies positioned to benefit from the ongoing adoption of AI and automation technologies, the Morningstar report adds.

Elizabeth Dillon, CEO of Pictet Asset Management (USA), highlighted the significance of the launch: "The launch of our first U.S.-listed ETFs represents a significant milestone in bringing Pictet's institutional investment heritage to advisors and investors. These strategies embody our 220-year commitment to independent thinking and pioneering investment strategies built upon robust research," the Morningstar coverage quoted her saying.

Each ETF incorporates AI-driven quantitative and thematic screeners, aiming to outperform the MSCI EAFE Index and other benchmarks. The funds reflect Pictet's long-term focus on emerging technologies and global megatrends, the Morningstar report noted.

For more information about Pictet ETFs, visit Pictet's ETF page.