SS&C Blog

BLOGS. January 26, 2024

At the Intersection of Distribution: Third-party ETF Distributor

A statutory principal underwriter, often referred to as the distributor, is perhaps one of the most underrated roles and is often overlooked in the ETF formation process. While it may become the last piece of the puzzle trusts put in place, it should be determined around the same time as the ETF’s custodian and transfer agent, along with the listing exchange for trading.