Virtus Launches AlphaSimplex Global Macro ETF for Diversified Market Exposure

Virtus Introduces Virtus AlphaSimplex Global Macro ETF (ASGM), a new actively managed exchange-traded fund that leverages AlphaSimplex's expertise in adaptive investment strategies for evolving markets. ASGM seeks to produce long-term capital appreciation independent of market cycles and outperform traditional long-only equity investments while minimizing losses during high market volatility. The ETF uniquely blends dedicated global equity exposures with systematic macro strategies to navigate diverse market conditions.

Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. (NYSE: VRTS) has expanded its offerings of actively managed exchange-traded funds with the introduction of the Virtus AlphaSimplex Global Macro ETF (NYSE Arca: ASGM). This new ETF, the 21st offering from Virtus’ multi-manager ETF platform, Virtus ETF Solutions, leverages AlphaSimplex’s expertise in adaptive investment strategies for evolving markets.

The Virtus AlphaSimplex Global Macro ETF (ASGM) aims to produce long-term capital appreciation independent of market cycles and outperform traditional long-only equity investments while minimizing losses during periods of high market volatility. The ETF uniquely blends dedicated global equity exposures with systematic macro strategies to navigate diverse market conditions.

AlphaSimplex’s proprietary research and dynamic risk management systems analyze market behavior and adapt to changing market dynamics. This combination allows ASGM to capture upside potential during positive market cycles and mitigate downside risk during volatile periods. The ETF employs long and short positions across distinct trading styles and asset classes, including stocks, bonds, currencies, and commodities, to provide diversifying returns and help protect portfolios during turbulent markets.

“Investors can potentially unlock a broader range of opportunities and mitigate risk by diversifying globally, particularly with geopolitical uncertainties and a changing trade environment influencing portfolio returns,” said Alexander D. Healy, Ph.D., chief investment officer and portfolio manager of ASGM. He manages the ETF with Kathryn M. Kaminski, Ph.D., CAIA, chief research strategist and portfolio manager, and Tansu Demirbilek, senior research scientist and portfolio manager.

William J. Smalley, executive managing director of Virtus ETF Solutions, noted, “As a leading provider of systematic investment strategies, AlphaSimplex is uniquely positioned to offer this innovative alternative ETF to investors seeking diversification throughout a market cycle. ASGM’s combination of proprietary trend techniques and dedicated, tactical exposure to global equities enables investors to stay invested in alternatives regardless of the global economy. Hedge funds are no longer the only destination for global macro strategies.”

AlphaSimplex, a registered investment adviser and investment manager of Virtus Investment Partners, specializes in researching and analyzing markets and behaviors, including volatility and risk. The firm develops systematic investment strategies designed to adapt to changing market dynamics, primarily using liquid futures and forward contracts.

Virtus ETF Solutions offers a family of complementary ETFs, providing investors access to differentiated investment capabilities from select subadvisers. The introduction of ASGM further expands Virtus’ range of actively managed and index-based investment solutions across multiple asset classes.

References:
[1] https://www.nasdaq.com/press-release/virtus-introduces-virtus-alphasimplex-global-macro-etf-2025-08-07
[2] https://www.virtus.com/products/virtus-alphasimplex-global-macro-etf