In the Money with Amber Kanwar

The AI boom is supposed to be a tech story. Larry McDonald thinks it's a commodities story. On this episode of In the Money with Amber Kanwar, the Bear Traps Report founder and best-selling author explains why surging demand for copper, uranium, oil, natural gas and gold could create some of the biggest investment opportunities of the next decade. As trillions of dollars flow into AI infrastructure, data centres and power generation, Larry argues investors are overlooking the companies supplying the raw materials that make it all possible. In fact, he goes so far as to call NVIDIA (NVDA) a "dumb trade," arguing that investors are piling into an increasingly crowded corner of the market while ignoring the resources that power the entire AI ecosystem. He also shares his concerns about speculative excess in markets and why the excitement surrounding SpaceX could have much bigger implications for investors than most realize.

Larry answers viewer questions on the biggest investment asymmetries he sees today, why Indonesia could be one of the most overlooked emerging-market opportunities, and whether Brazil is setting up for a major political and market shift. He also shares his outlook on pipeline operators like Energy Transfer (ET), uranium exposure through Sprott Physical Uranium Trust (U.U / SRUUF), and beaten-down consumer names including Diageo (DEO), Kraft Heinz (KHC), General Mills (GIS), and Campbell's (CPB). Plus, he explains why natural gas producers such as Tourmaline Oil (TOU), Antero Resources (AR), and Range Resources (RRC) could be unexpected winners from the AI buildout.
Larry's last appearance on In the Money was a win for commodity bulls. He recommended natural gas, coal and shorting NVIDIA (NVDA), arguing that investors were underestimating the long-term opportunity in hard assets. Since then, natural gas and coal-related trades have significantly outperformed while NVIDIA has largely moved sideways despite relentless enthusiasm around AI. This time, Larry is doubling down on the commodity theme with a bullish call on gold, copper, uranium and energy producers. His top picks include Agnico Eagle Mines (AEM), which he calls one of the best-managed mining companies in the world, SLB (SLB), a play on rising global energy demand and AI-driven infrastructure spending, and Intuitive Surgical (ISRG), a unique healthcare and data-driven AI opportunity that has fallen out of favour with investors. 
Timestamps
00:00 Trailer 
02:20 Intro 
05:00 There’s a massive distortion of the market
07:30 Why are cheap Mag 7 names not a screaming buy? 
10:40 The forward earnings on Nvidia are complete baloney
12:40 Space X could create a credit crisis
18:40 Will the U.S. have to nationalize AI?
22:35 What’s going on with gold & gold stocks? 
26:40 The smart money is looking at companies that have great data
29:03 Oil is a screaming buy right now
31:35 What’s the market signal when bank stocks are doing so well?
35:45 The Fed setup is bullish for hard assets
39:20 Thoughts on stablecoins & treasuries
41:25 Hamilton Enhanced Mixed Asset Allocation ETF- MIX
43:20 ITM Mailbag: Emerging Markets & Indonesia ETF
47:00 Pipelines & Energy Transfer (ET)
48:30 Diageo stock & consumer staples (DGE) 
52:40 Mispricings in Uranium
55:50 Larry’s Past & Pro Picks (short NVDA,
1:04:10: Larry’s gold price target 

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The Solactive Hamilton Mixed Asset Index (SOLHAMMA) vs. the S&P 500 Total Return Index with annual compounded total returns and the potential impact of 1.25x leveraged exposure to SOLHAMMA. This is discussed for informational purposes only and intended to demonstrate the historical impact of the indexes compound growth rate. It is not a projection of future index performance, nor does it reflect potential returns on investments in the ETF. Investors cannot directly invest in the index. All performance data assumes reinvestment of distributions and excludes management fees, transaction costs, and other expenses which would have impacted an investor’s returns. SOLHAMMA data prior to March 14, 2025, is hypothetical back-tested data using actual historical market data. Actual performance may have been different had the index been...

Global fund managers raised their allocation to equities by the most on record in May, but Chad Larson, who manages the best performing tactical fund in Canada, is taking a contrarian approach—holding elevated cash levels while selectively deploying into his highest-conviction trades.
On this episode of In the Money with Amber Kanwar, the Founder & Senior Portfolio Manager at MLD Wealth, breaks down why his largest holding is cash—and why that doesn’t make him bearish. Instead, he’s running a barbell strategy: staying defensive while targeting opportunities in small-caps, natural resources, and the “backbone” of the AI trade. From oil and copper to uranium and infrastructure, Chad makes the case that we’re still early in a multi-year commodities supercycle—but warns the easy money has already been made.
In the Mailbag, Chad shares his top ideas across sectors, including semiconductors via the SOXX ETF, copper exposure through Sprott Copper Miners ETF (COPP) and King’s Copper (KCP), uranium through Global X Uranium ETF (HURA) and Cameco (CCO), and energy names like Canadian Natural Resources (CNQ). He also highlights National Bank (NA) as his favourite Canadian bank, weighs in on MDA Space (MDA) and Lockheed Martin (LMT), and explains why he’s steering clear of software names like Thomson Reuters (TRI) despite the AI boom.
In Pro Picks, Chad leans into higher-risk, high-reward ideas. He highlights Gold X2 Mining (AUXX) as a leveraged gold play with takeover potential, Trican Well Service (TCW) as a direct way to play a rebound in oilfield services, and Surge Battery Metals (NILI) as a speculative lithium story tied to the EV and energy transition. It’s a classic barbell approach: safe sector exposure on one side, and “lottery ticket” upside on the other.
If you’re navigating a market driven by liquidity, AI, and geopolitical shocks, this episode lays out a clear playbook: hold cash, stay selective—and don’t ignore commodities.
Timestamps
00:00 Trailer 
02:20 Intro 
05:00 Chad is not bullish or bearish- have to pick the spots 
09:00 Why Chad’s largest holding is cash  & thoughts on gold 
12:30 What is 2026’s gold trade? 
13:00 Why Chad likes energy 
17:50 Hamilton Enhanced Mixed Asset Allocation ETF- MIX 
12:00 ITM Mailbag: Semiconductors (SOXX) 
22:00 Thomson Reuters stock(TRI) 
23:45 MDA Space stock (MDA)
25:00 Canadian banks & National Bank stock(NA) 
26:30 Favourite copper plays: COPP, KCP 
29:15 Canadian Natural Resources stock(CNQ) 
30:30 Lockheed Martin stock (LMT)
34:00 Uranium (HURA)  
35:50 Campbell’s (CPB) 
38:30 Chad’s Pro Picks (AUXX, TCW, NILI)

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Pro Picks is brought to you by ATB Financial.  Visit https://ATB.com/inthemoney for more information
The mailbag is sponsored by Hamilton ETFs. For more information on the Hamilton Enhanced Mixed Asset Allocation ETF visit:  https://hamiltonetfs.com/etf/mix/ 
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This podcast is sponsored by Hamilton ETFs.  The information contained herein should not be construed as investment advice or considered as a recommendation to purchase or sell the mentioned securities.

The index performance returns are for informational purposes only and are not indicative of the future returns of the ETF. The returns do not reflect any management fees, transaction costs or expenses. Investors cannot invest directly in an index.
Certain statements contained in this podcast may constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking information may relate to a future outlook and anticipated distributions, events or results and may include statements regarding future financial performance. In some cases, forward-looking information can be identified by terms such as “may”, “will”, “should”, “expect”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “intend” or other similar expressions concerning matters that are not historical facts. Actual results may vary from such forward-looking information. Hamilton ETFs undertakes no obligation to update publicly or otherwise revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or other such factors which affect this information, except as required by law.
Commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with investments in exchange traded funds (ETFs) managed by Hamilton ETFs. Please read the prospectus before investing. ETFs are not guaranteed, their values change frequently, and past performance may not be repeated.

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The Solactive Hamilton Mixed Asset Index (SOLHAMMA) vs. the S&P 500 Total Return Index with annual compounded total returns and the potential impact of 1.25x leveraged exposure to SOLHAMMA. This is discussed for informational purposes only and intended to demonstrate the historical impact of the indexes compound growth rate. It is not a projection of future index performance, nor does it reflect potential returns on investments in the ETF. Investors cannot directly invest in the index. All performance data assumes reinvestment of distributions and excludes management fees, transaction costs, and other expenses which would have impacted an investor’s returns. SOLHAMMA data prior to March 14, 2025, is hypothetical back-tested data using actual historical market data. Actual performance may have been different had the index been live during that period.

The S&P 500 Index (“Index”) and associated data are a product of S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC, its affiliates and/or their licensors and has been licensed for use by Hamilton ETFs © 2025 S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC, its affiliates and/or their licensors. All rights reserved. Redistribution or reproduction in whole or in part are prohibited without written permission of S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC. For more information on any of S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC’s indices please visit www.spdji.com. S&P® is a registered trademark of Standard & Poor’s Financial Servi...

Everyone calls David Rosenberg a permabear but he says he’s fully invested, just in completely different places than the consensus.
On this episode of In the Money with Amber Kanwar, Rosenberg breaks down why he’s still in the market despite sounding the alarm on what he sees as extreme valuations, bubble-like behaviour, and a dangerous level of investor complacency. From a “teflon market” that shrugs off every shock, to an equity market where investors are effectively paying to take risk, he explains why this cycle feels eerily similar to the late-90s tech mania.
He pushes back on the dominant narrative around AI and government spending, arguing the real economy is far weaker beneath the surface. Strip out AI, and growth looks sluggish. Strip out a handful of mega-cap names, and market returns look far less impressive. For Rosenberg, this is a sentiment-driven market—one where momentum is masking rising risks.
At the same time, Rosenberg is leaning heavily into an area most investors have written off: government bonds. He’s bullish on short-term bonds in both Canada and the U.S., arguing markets are mispricing the path of interest rates. While investors brace for more inflation and potential hikes, he sees disinflation ahead—driven by weak wage growth and slowing demand—which could force central banks to cut. In his view, that disconnect creates a compelling opportunity in the front end of the bond market.
In Pro Picks, he lays out exactly where he is putting money to work in addition to government bonds. He’s bullish on commodities across the board—gold, base metals, energy infrastructure, and agriculture—driven by long-term supply constraints and a shift toward resource security. He also highlights defense as a stealth tech play with strong earnings visibility, and sees clean energy as a geopolitical trade tied to energy independence. His message is clear: stay invested, but stay disciplined—because when the cycle turns, valuation will matter again.
Timestamps
00:00 Trailer
02:10 Intro
04:15 Is Rosie surprised at the teflon market?
08:25 Echoes of 1999. Investors are paying to take on risk
12:15 Government bonds have a unique safety characteristic
14:25 We’ve reached the stage where people think the stock market is riskless
16:05 Dave doesn’t follow the herd…ever
18:55 Dave’s model portfolio
23:10 Look at the economy ex AI 
27:45 The midterms will end the gravy train
31:15: These things go in cycles, Dave isn’t going to time it, and he’s going to invest very selectively 
37:20 Hamilton ETFs: Mixed Asset Allocation ETF - MIX 
39:30 Making a bet on the future of commodity inflation, Dave likes the hard asset theme
42:45 Why Dave expects to see rate cuts not rate hikes
48:30 Why Dave likes the Canadian banks
53:10 Why Dave isn’t too worried about the USMCA
55:50: David Rosenberg’s Pro Picks (commodities, defence, clean energy) 

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Pro Picks is brought to you by ATB Financial. Visit https://ATB.com/inthemoney for more information
The mailbag is sponsored by Hamilton ETFs. For more information on the Hamilton Enhanced Mixed Asset Allocation ETF visit:  https://hamiltonetfs.com/etf/mix/ 
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The content provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, or professional advice.The views expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of any organization or company. The host and guests may maintain positions in any securities discussed on the podcast. Always consult with a qualified financial advisor or professional before making any investment decisions.

Hamilton ETFs Disclaimer
 
This podcast is sponsored by Hamilton ETFs.  The information contained herein should not be construed as investment advice or considered as a recommendation to purchase or sell the mentioned securities.

The index performance returns are for informational purposes only and are not indicative of the future returns of the ETF. The returns do not reflect any management fees, transaction costs or expenses. Investors cannot invest directly in an index.
Certain statements contained in this podcast may constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking information may relate to a future outlook and anticipated distributions, events or results and may include statements regarding future financial performance. In some cases, forward-looking information can be identified by terms such as “may”, “will”, “should”, “expect”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “intend” or other similar expressions concerning matters that are not historical facts. Actual results may vary from such forward-looking information. Hamilton ETFs undertakes no obligation to update publicly or otherwise revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or other such factors which affect this information, except as required by law.
Commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with investments in exchange traded funds (ETFs) managed by Hamilton ETFs. Please read the prospectus before investing. ETFs are not guaranteed, their values change frequently, and past performance may not be repeated.

Source: S&P Global, Solactive AG, Hamilton ETFs. Data from November 18, 2004, to April 30, 2026.
The Solactive Hamilton Mixed Asset Index (SOLHAMMA) vs. the S&P 500 Total Return Index with annual compounded total returns and the potential impact of 1.25x leveraged exposure to SOLHAMMA. This is discussed for informational purposes only and intended to demonstrate the historical impact of the indexes compound growth rate. It is not a projection of future index performance, nor does it reflect potential returns on investments in the ETF. Investors cannot directly invest in the index. All performance data assumes reinvestment of distributions and excludes management fees, transaction costs, and other expenses which would have impacted an investor’s returns. SOLHAMMA data prior to March 14, 2025, is hypothetical back-tested data using actual historical market data. Actual performance may have been different had the index been live during that period.

The S&P 500 Index (“Index”) and associated data are a product of S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC, its affiliates and/or their licensors and has been licensed for use by Hamilton ETFs © 2025 S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC, its affiliates and/or their licensors. All rights reserved. Redistribution or reproduction in whole or in part are prohibited without written permission of S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC. For more information on any of S&a...

Inflation is surging again and it’s driving savvy investors to rethink how to manage their portfolios. So, what assets should you buy right now to protect your wealth?
On this episode of In the Money with Amber Kanwar, James Davolos, Portfolio Manager and Director of Research at Horizon Kinetics, breaks down why investors need to reconsider everything they know about portfolio construction in a higher inflation world. He explains why a simple “buy gold” strategy isn’t enough, why real assets are still early in a long-term cycle, and why targeting 10%+ returns is essential just to stay ahead of rising prices.
From infrastructure and commodities to royalties, land, and even water, Davolos lays out the framework for building a portfolio designed to generate growing cash flows that outpace inflation—and why traditional equity benchmarks may no longer offer true diversification.
On gold, Davolos remains constructive long term, arguing that structural deficits, central bank demand, and the need for a store of value continue to support the thesis—even if short-term volatility and macro crosscurrents create noise along the way.
In the Mailbag, the focus turns to silver, which he describes as a higher-beta version of gold with both monetary and industrial demand tailwinds. He explains why he prefers to play it through royalty and streaming companies like Wheaton Precious Metals (WPM) to reduce operational risk—before broadening out to other real asset opportunities, including Brookfield (BEP.UN / BIP.UN), Glencore (GLEN), RB Global (RBA), and the long-term uranium trade through Cameco (CCO) and NextGen Energy (NXE).
In Pro Picks, Davolos revisits past ideas like PrairieSky Royalty (PSK.TO) and TMX Group (X.TO), reinforcing his conviction in royalties and exchange businesses as high-margin, inflation-linked compounders. He then introduces three new high-conviction names: Miami International Holdings (MIAX), a fast-growing exchange gaining share in a structurally expanding derivatives market with significant upside tied to new index and options products; Sprott Inc. (SII.TO), a 70%+ margin asset manager leveraged to sustained inflows into physical real asset strategies; and LandBridge (LB), a unique Permian Basin land and water infrastructure play with built-in growth from energy production and additional upside from AI-driven data center demand. Across all three, the common thread is clear: scarce assets, powerful operating leverage, and asymmetric return potential in an inflationary world.
Timestamps
00:00 Trailer
02:20 Intro
04:15 Why James has an even higher conviction on higher inflation and buying real assets 
06:00 First principles -how to protect against inflation
08:00 It comes down to real assets
09:15 What gives James confidence in his inflation outlook
13:20 How do we explain gold’s drop in the context of inflation
17:50 Is the ‘hard assets’ thesis too consensus? 
20:00 Are semiconductors hard assets?
21:40 Why buying the index won’t protect you
24:45 How bitcoin fits into the thesis
29:40: Hamilton ETFs: Mixed Asset Allocation ETF: MIX
31:40: ITM Mailbag: Silver & Wheaton Precious Metals (WPM)
35:35 Brookfield, Brookfield Renewables & Brookfield Infrastructure (BN, BEP, BIP)
37:20 Glencore stock (GLEN)
41:15 Bunge stock (BG)
43:20 RB Global (RBA)
45:05 NexGen Energy (NXE)
48:50 James’s Past & Pro Picks (ARIS, PSK, X, MIAX, SII, LB)

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For over 25 years, Raymond James has been helping Canadians achieve their financial goals. Visit https://raymondjames.ca today to discover how you can live a life well planned.

Pro Picks is brought to you by ATB Financial.  Visit https://ATB.com/inthemoney for more information
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The content provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, or professional advice.The views expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of any organization or company. The host and guests may maintain positions in any securities discussed on the podcast. Always consult with a qualified financial advisor or professional before making any investment decisions.

Hamilton ETFs Disclaimer
 
This podcast is sponsored by Hamilton ETFs.  The information contained herein should not be construed as investment advice or considered as a recommendation to purchase or sell the mentioned securities.

The index performance returns are for informational purposes only and are not indicative of the future returns of the ETF. The returns do not reflect any management fees, transaction costs or expenses. Investors cannot invest directly in an index.
Certain statements contained in this podcast may constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking information may relate to a future outlook and anticipated distributions, events or results and may include statements regarding future financial performance. In some cases, forward-looking information can be identified by terms such as “may”, “will”, “should”, “expect”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “intend” or other similar expressions concerning matters that are not historical facts. Actual results may vary from such forward-looking information. Hamilton ETFs undertakes no obligation to update publicly or otherwise revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or other such factors which affect this information, except as required by law.
Commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with investments in exchange traded funds (ETFs) managed by Hamilton ETFs. Please read the prospectus before investing. ETFs are not guaranteed, their values change frequently, and past performance may not be repeated.

Source: S&P Global, Solactive AG, Hamilton ETFs. Data from November 18, 2004, to April 30, 2026.
The Solactive Hamilton Mixed Asset Index (SOLHAMMA) vs. the S&P 500 Total Return Index with annual compounded total returns and the potential impact of 1.25x leveraged exposure to SOLHAMMA. This is discussed for informational purposes only and intended to demonstrate the historical impact of the indexes compound growth rate. It is not a projection of future index performance, nor does it reflect potential returns on investments in the ETF. Investors cannot directly invest in the index. All performance data assumes reinvestment of distributions and excludes management fees, transaction costs, and other expenses which would have impacted an investor’s returns. SOLHAMMA data prior to March 14, 2025, is hypothetical back-tested data using actual historical market data. Actual performance may have been different had the ...

Canada just slipped into a technical recession, stocks are sitting at record highs— and one renowned $22 billion firm is leaning in, not backing away.
On this episode of In the Money with Amber Kanwar, Alex Letko, Portfolio Manager at LetkoBrosseau, explains why he remains bullish on Canada despite growing skepticism. While headlines point to slowing GDP, he argues the underlying economy is more resilient than it feels—supported by real wage growth and steady consumer spending. He also tackles a debate in the market right now: Canadian banks trading at record highs and premium valuations. Rather than calling it a bubble, he makes the case that strong earnings, oligopolistic structure, and potential pension fund inflows could continue to support the group.
At the same time, Letko outlines why the firm has been more cautious globally—pointing to stretched valuations and extreme concentration in the U.S. market. With over 80% of the S&P 500 trading above 20x earnings, he explains why they’ve been trimming winners and holding cash to redeploy into better opportunities, including Canada.
In the Mailbag, the conversation starts with BCE (BCE.TO), where Letko sees a compelling turnaround story with a sustainable dividend and limited optimism priced in. He also weighs in on Canadian telcos more broadly, the surprising strength in auto parts makers like Linamar (LNR.TO) and Magna (MG.TO) despite tariff concerns, and why his firm has trimmed energy exposure even with oil prices pushing higher. The discussion then shifts globally, breaking down the AI-driven surge in semiconductor names like Samsung (005930.KS) and SK Hynix (000660.KS), where tight memory supply could persist—but the cycle remains key. He also highlights Brazil as an emerging opportunity, where improving fundamentals and potential political change could drive a re-rating.
In Pro Picks, Letko doubles down on those global themes—starting with Copel (CPLE6.SA), a Brazilian utility he sees as a high-quality, low-cost operator with strong dividend upside. He also highlights Bolsa Mexicana (BOLSAA.MX), the Mexican stock exchange, as a “moaty” way to play long-term financial penetration. And back in Canada, he makes a contrarian call on Air Canada (AC.TO), arguing that despite near-term volatility, improving margins and a shift toward premium travel could drive meaningful earnings growth over time.
Timestamps
00:00 Trailer 
02:20 Intro
03:35 The roots of LetkoBrosseau
05:40 Is the firm more cautious right now? 
07:35 Do we have to be patient for the pullback
09:00 Are the Canadian banks in a bubble?
12:00 Bringing Canadian pension funds back to Canada
14:30 Why LetkoBrosseau is bullish Canada
19:00 The future of Canada’s energy sector
20:50 LetkoBrosseau’s move into retail
24:30 Hamilton ETFs: MIX 
26:30 ITM Mailbag: BCE 
30:20 Linamar & Magna (LNR, MG)
34:00 Energy stocks
39:50 Samsung & SK Hynix
43:50 Brazil
46:00 Alex’s Pro Picks (Copel, Bolsa Mexicana, Air Canada)
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For over 25 years, Raymond James has been helping Canadians achieve their financial goals. Visit https://raymondjames.ca today to discover how you can live a life well planned.

Pro Picks is brought to you by ATB Financial.  Visit https://ATB.com/inthemoney for more information
The mailbag is sponsored by Hamilton ETFs. For more information on the Hamilton Enhanced Mixed Asset Allocation ETF visit:  https://hamiltonetfs.com/etf/mix/ 
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The content provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, or professional advice.The views expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of any organization or company. The host and guests may maintain positions in any securities discussed on the podcast. Always consult with a qualified financial advisor or professional before making any investment decisions.

Hamilton ETFs Disclaimer
 
This podcast is sponsored by Hamilton ETFs.  The information contained herein should not be construed as investment advice or considered as a recommendation to purchase or sell the mentioned securities.

The index performance returns are for informational purposes only and are not indicative of the future returns of the ETF. The returns do not reflect any management fees, transaction costs or expenses. Investors cannot invest directly in an index.
Certain statements contained in this podcast may constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking information may relate to a future outlook and anticipated distributions, events or results and may include statements regarding future financial performance. In some cases, forward-looking information can be identified by terms such as “may”, “will”, “should”, “expect”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “intend” or other similar expressions concerning matters that are not historical facts. Actual results may vary from such forward-looking information. Hamilton ETFs undertakes no obligation to update publicly or otherwise revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or other such factors which affect this information, except as required by law.
Commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with investments in exchange traded funds (ETFs) managed by Hamilton ETFs. Please read the prospectus before investing. ETFs are not guaranteed, their values change frequently, and past performance may not be repeated.

Source: S&P Global, Solactive AG, Hamilton ETFs. Data from November 18, 2004, to April 30, 2026.
The Solactive Hamilton Mixed Asset Index (SOLHAMMA) vs. the S&P 500 Total Return Index with annual compounded total returns and the potential impact of 1.25x leveraged exposure to SOLHAMMA. This is discussed for informational purposes only and intended to demonstrate the historical impact of the indexes compound growth rate. It is not a projection of future index performance, nor does it reflect potential returns on investments in the ETF. Investors cannot directly invest in the index. All performance data assumes reinvestment of distributions and excludes management fees, transaction costs, and other expenses which would have impacted an investor’s returns. SOLHAMMA data prior to March 14, 2025, is hypothetical back-tested data using actual historical market data. Actual performance may have been different had the index been live during that period.

The S&P 500 Index (“Index”) and associated data are a product of S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC, its affiliates and/or their licensors and has been licensed for use by Hamilton ETFs © 2025 S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC, its affiliates and/or their licensors. All rights reserved. Redistribution or reproduction in whole or in part are prohibited without...