Innovative ETFs Utilize AI Technology for Regulatory Opportunities
New York, June 10, 2025 – Tidal Investments LLC has unveiled the Free Market ETF (Ticker: FMKT), a unique exchange-traded fund designed to target companies that stand to gain from favorable regulatory changes. This fund aims to invest in U.S. equity securities of businesses likely to benefit from trends toward deregulation across various sectors.
The FMKT employs an AI-driven screening process, which pulls from regulatory databases, company applications, and earnings calls to identify firms actively discussing specific opportunities for regulatory relief. This blend of technology is supported by a thorough financial review based on essential metrics.
Michael Gayed, a portfolio manager at Tactical Rotation Management, one of the fund’s sub-advisors, pointed out that federal regulations burden businesses significantly—over $2.1 trillion annually. He noted, “FMKT gives investors a chance to focus on companies that could see value unlocked as regulations loosen.”
The fund benefits from the insights of various professional investment teams, including Sykon Asset Management and Point Bridge Capital, which specialize in understanding the regulatory landscape and its sector-specific impacts.
Hal Lambert, another manager at Point Bridge Capital, expressed anticipation for the future: “By targeting sectors where regulatory costs are high, like healthcare and energy, we hope to find opportunities for better margins and improved operational performance.”
This ETF addresses the heavy regulatory burdens that U.S. companies face, where compliance costs can reach tens of thousands of dollars annually, particularly for manufacturers, who incur averages over $50,000 per employee each year.
The fund’s investment strategy follows a three-stage process: target, score, and build. This method allows the team to create a portfolio of around 30 companies that seem well-positioned to thrive amid regulatory changes. “We’re essentially hoping to harness both current deregulation efforts and future policy shifts,” the team noted.
Additionally, free market ETFs have the flexibility to invest in U.S. stocks across all market sizes and can allocate up to 5% to products offering exposure to Bitcoin or ether—though they do not invest directly in digital assets.
About Tidal Investments LLC
Tidal Investments, under the Tidal Financial Group umbrella, is committed to exploring and managing assets within the rapidly evolving ETF market. The firm focuses on delivering innovative exchange-traded funds that align with emerging investment themes.
About Free Market ETF (FMKT)
This fund aims to generate long-term returns by focusing on companies likely to benefit from shifting regulatory landscapes. A dedicated team of sub-advisors, skilled in sector-specific investment and regulatory analysis, actively manages the fund.
Important Information
Investors need to carefully evaluate the investment goals, risks, and expenses associated with this fund before making any decisions. A summary or prospectus is available for more information.
Investments carry risks, including potential loss of principal. The strategies employed may be subject to changes that could be influenced by various unpredictable factors such as politics or economics. This fund is new with a limited operational history.
Additionally, any strategies involving indirect investments in Bitcoin, ether, or similar digital assets are subject to market risks. Though up to 5% of its total net worth may go toward products on U.S. exchanges that provide exposure to these assets, the fund does not invest directly in them.
Free Markets ETFs are distributed by Foreside Fund Services, LLC.
