By Andrew Chanin

May was an amazing month for AST Space Mobile (NASDAQ: ASTS). On May 15th, 2024, ASTS* announced a definitive agreement with AT&T* to team up to create a space-based broadband network for AT&T cellular customers.¹

As early as this summer, ASTS is looking to send its first commercial satellites to a Florida launch base for blast off into low Earth orbit. The AT&T announcement sent ASTS stock soaring over 100% with investors rewarding the company for executing its goal of partnering with leading telecommunication companies to provide additional service for their Earth-based clientele.

If one success wasn’t enough, a mere two weeks later, ASTS announced a major definitive agreement with another US telecom provider, Verizon*. ASTS is aiming to offer satellite capabilities that will allow for 100% coverage across the continental US for Verizon customers. This deal comes with $100 million in commitments from Verizon to fund this endeavor.²

These two mega partnerships have sent ASTS stock price up over 400% since May 1st. Historically, telecommunications have been a conservative and slow-moving industry so the move to work with ASTS shows a commitment to satellite-to-phone service.  These agreements show strong support for ASTS connectivity and an important vote of confidence in this critical space company.

As of June 20^th, 2024, ASTS was the largest holding in UFO, the Space ETFTM by Procure, with a weight of 8.66%. UFO is a compilation of global corporations involved in the space sector. The fund increased 8.25% in net asset value (NAV) during the month of May. Please click here for the fund’s standardized performance. Performance data quoted represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance of the Funds may be lower or higher than the performance quoted. All performance is historical and includes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains. Performance data current to the most recent month end may be obtained by calling 866-690-ETFS (3837).

To learn more about the Procure Space ETF, visit www.ProcureETFs.com.

Andrew Chanin

CEO

ProcureAM, LLC

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¹“AT&T and AST SpaceMobile Announce Definitive Commercial Agreement,” May 15, 2024, www.ast-science.com.

² “AST SpaceMobile and Verizon Announce Plans to Target 100 Percent Geographical Coverage of the Continental United States from Space on Premium 850 MHz Cellular Spectrum,” May 29, 2024, www.ast-science.com.

As of June 17th, 2024, AST SpaceMobile (ASTS) was a 7.86% holding, AT&T (ATT) was a 0.00% holding, Verizon (VZ) was a 0.00% holding in the Procure Space ETF (NASDAQ: UFO). For a complete list of holdings in UFO, visit https://procureetfs.com/ufo/. Fund holdings and sector allocations are subject to change at any time and should not be considered a recommendation to buy or sell any security.

For a complete list of holdings in UFO, visit: https://procureetfs.com/ufo/. Fund holdings and sector allocations are subject to change at any time and should not be considered a recommendation to buy or sell any security. 

Please consider the Funds investment objectives, risks, and charges and expenses carefully before you invest. This and other important information is contained in the Fund’s summary prospectus and prospectus, which can be obtained by visiting procureetfs.com. Read carefully before you invest.

Investing involves risk. Principal loss is possible. The Fund is also subject to the following risks: Shares of any ETF are bought and sold at market price (not NAV), may trade at a discount or premium to NAV and are not individually redeemed from the funds. Brokerage commissions will reduce returns. 

Aerospace and defense companies can be significantly affected by government aerospace and defense regulation and spending policies. The exploration of space by private industry and the harvesting of space assets is a business based in future and is witnessing new entrants into the market. Investments in the Fund will be riskier than traditional investments in established industry sectors. The Fund is considered to be concentrated in securities of companies that operate or utilize satellites which are subject to manufacturing delays, launch delays or failures, and operational and environmental risks that could limit their ability to utilize the satellites needed to deliver services to customers. Investing in foreign securities are volatile, harder to price, and less liquid than U.S. securities. Securities of small- and mid-capitalization companies may experience much more price volatility, greater spreads between their bid and ask prices and significantly lower trading volumes than securities issued by large, more established companies. The Fund is not actively managed so it would not take defensive positions in declining markets unless such positions are reflected in the underlying index. Please refer to the summary prospectus for a more detailed explanation of the Funds’ principal risks. It is not possible to invest in an index.

UFO is distributed by Quasar Distributors LLC.

Heat waves are appearing earlier than usual throughout the world. Greece has already shut down schools and started closing the Acropolis during the hottest hours of the day. India is experiencing its longest heat wave spell on record, while a dangerous heat wave in the United States is spreading from the West to the Northeast. Often called the “silent killer,” excessive heat is garnering the attention of individuals and municipalities. Short-term fixes combined with longer-term projects will be needed to get relief from this ongoing climate emergency. 

Air Conditioning, Insulation, Programmable Thermostats and Caulking 

In the short term, air conditioners help alleviate the heat. From window units to whole-house systems, air conditioning is usually the first step to comfort. Once considered a luxury, air conditioning has evolved into a necessity. As communities experience increasing health problems including fatalities, they have ramped up cooling stations to allow residents some relief from excessive heat. Cities throughout the United States have designated cooling stations in libraries, recreation centers, senior centers, and churches. For quick relief, popular air conditioner retailers include stores like Home Depot*, Lowe’s*, Wesfarmers*, and Kingfisher*. 

In addition to air conditioners, home repair outlets can be a source of other heat mitigation products. Insulation in walls and roofs can keep heat out and homes cooler. Programmable or smart thermostats help regulate temperatures throughout the day to minimize energy costs. Finally, caulking windows can prevent cool air from escaping and hot air from entering a premise. 

Energy Demand

Continuous air conditioning can put a strain on energy grids, resulting in power outages. Generac* often sees a rising demand for backup power generators as temperatures surge. The demand for power during heat waves highlights the need for improvements to energy grids to prevent outages. Fortunately, companies like Eaton* work on enhancing energy grids. 

Heat Island Mitigation 

Seeking ways to reduce heat in cities is becoming a priority. When trapped heat builds up, it creates Heat Islands or Urban Heat Islands, commonly found in cities. Solutions involving increased vegetation, such as trees and gardens; light-colored roofing materials, sidewalks, and roads; and water elements such as fountains, have been helpful in lessening the impact of heat waves. Trees provide shade which can lead to lower temperatures and reduced energy consumption. AECOM* has created rooftop gardens in Shanghai, New York City, and Washington, D.C. which can mitigate heat levels. Experiments in Los Angeles and other cities have encouraged switching to new light-colored construction materials that repel rather than absorb heat. 

Data Analysis and Models 

Many companies are involved in simulation services to anticipate the effect of changing weather conditions on cities, infrastructure, and the environment. Nvidia* conducts research and modeling for extreme weather and climate predictions. AtkinsRealis* (previously known as SNC Lavalin Group) offers its City Simulator to help cities and transportation departments assess how their infrastructure will respond to hurricanes, heat waves, and droughts. It measures the impact of potential disasters versus proposed solutions to select projects with the highest return on natural disaster investment. Stantec* utilizes data analysis and remote sensing models to help cities optimize heat mitigation expenditures. 

Investing in Natural Disaster Recovery

The Procure Natural Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF (NASDAQ: FIXT) includes companies that anticipate and provide solutions to natural disasters such as heat waves, wildfires, floods, hurricanes, and earthquakes. FIXT was created to provide exposure to companies that engage in recovery efforts from natural disasters. The management fee for FIXT was dropped on Earth Day to show our commitment to disaster prevention and recovery. As weather-related disasters increase in frequency and destruction, companies will be focusing on ways to mitigate the negative impacts of natural disasters.

¹ “ProcureAM Celebrates Earth Day with Expense Reduction on Natural Disaster Recovery ETF”, April 18, 2024, https://procureetfs.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/FIXT-Earth-Day-2024-Press-Release.pdf. 

*As of June 14th, 2024, AECOM (ACM) was a 2.18% holding, AtkinsRealis Group (ATRL CN) was a 2.29% holding,  Eaton (ETN) was  a 2.49% holding, Generac (GNRC) was a 2.71% holding, Home Depot (HD) was a 2.12% holding, Kingfisher (KGF LN) was a 2.51% holding, Lowe’s (LOW) was a 2.13% holding, NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA) was a 3.07% holding, Stantec (SNT CN) was a 2.21% holding, Wesfarmers (WES AU) was a 2.30% holding in the Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF (NASDAQ: FIXT).

Please consider the Funds investment objectives, risks, and charges and expenses carefully before you invest. This and other important information is contained in the Fund’s summary prospectus and prospectus, which can be obtained by visiting procureetfs.com. Read carefully before you invest.

Investing involves risk. Principal loss is possible. The Fund is also subject to the following risks: Shares of any ETF are bought and sold at market price (not NAV), may trade at a discount or premium to NAV and are not individually redeemed from the funds. Brokerage commissions will reduce returns. Securities of small- and mid-capitalization companies may experience much more price volatility, greater spreads between their bid and ask prices and significantly lower trading volumes than securities issued by large, more established companies. The Fund is not actively managed so it would not take defensive positions in declining markets unless such positions are reflected in the underlying index. Please refer to the summary prospectus for a more detailed explanation of the Funds’ principal risks. It is not possible to invest in an index.

Natural Disaster/Epidemic Risk – Natural or environmental disasters, such as earthquakes, fires, floods, hurricanes, tsunamis and other severe weather-related phenomena generally, and widespread disease, including pandemics and epidemics, have been and may be highly disruptive to economies and markets, adversely impacting individual companies, sectors, industries, markets, currencies, interest and inflation rates, credit ratings, investor sentiment, and other factors affecting the value of the Fund’s investments.

Foreign Investment Risks – Foreign securities are typically more volatile, harder to price, and less liquid than U.S. securities.

American Depositary Receipt Risk (ADR)-ADRs involve risks like those associated with investments in foreign securities, including changes in political or economic conditions of other countries and changes in the exchange rates of foreign currencies. ADRs listed on U.S. exchanges are issued by banks or trust companies and entitle the holder to all dividends and capital gains paid out on the underlying foreign shares. Investing in ADRs as a substitute for an investment directly in the foreign company shares, exposes the Fund to the risk that the ADRs may not provide a return that corresponds precisely with that of the foreign company’s shares.

The Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF is neither associated with, nor endorsed by, the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

The Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF is distributed by Quasar Distributors LLC.

Listen to the daily weather reports and it is apparent that natural disasters are increasing in frequency and impact. The United States experienced 28 billion-dollar natural disasters in 2023 compared to the previous high of 22 in 2020.¹ With that trend in mind, companies involved in disaster recovery and prevention may be in demand. The Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF (FIXT) focuses on firms that are involved with disaster recovery and prevention. As of the quarter ended March 31st, 2024, FIXT has experienced a 20.51% annual growth rate since its inception in 2022. Please click here for the fund’s standardized performance.

The FIXT ETF targets corporations involved in the recovery from and mitigation of destruction due to natural disasters. Mitigation can save $13 per $1 invested according to the National Institute of Building Sciences.² The Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF recognizes that unfortunately natural disasters are a part of life. The corporations within the fund participate in cleaning up debris after an event, protecting and testing water supplies, fighting wildfires, and designing and building infrastructure like roads, power facilities, and government structures to withstand the impact of natural disasters. 

In 2023, the United States billion-dollar disasters included four flooding events, two tornado outbreaks, two tropical cyclones, seventeen severe weather/hail events, one drought and heatwave event, one wildfire, and a major winter storm.¹ Internationally, billion-dollar weather disasters included: typhoons in China, Philippines, and Taiwan; droughts in Argentina, China, Spain, Italy, France and India; floods in China, Greece, Libya, Italy, Bosnia, Croatia, India, New Zealand, Brazil, Uruguay, China, India, Chile and Mexico; and wildfires in Greece.³  These disasters required massive amounts of recovery efforts and dollars.

Unfortunately, natural disasters are expected to occur more frequently. Predicting their occurrences, preparing for their impact, and expediting the recovery efforts are important goals throughout the world. Corporations like Sterling Construction*, John Wood Group*, Hexagon AB*, NV5 Global*, Generac*, and Nvidia* are just some of the firms in the FIXT ETF portfolio which aid in planning for and rebuilding after extreme weather events.

Recently CNBC interviewed economists about the impact the climate crisis will have on the U.S. economy. Mark Zandi, chief economist at Moody’s Analytics projected that “physical risks” from disasters such as hurricanes, flooding, and wildfires will be the biggest economic cost over the next 20 to 30 years. Nouriel Roubini noted that operations could be impacted, and economic activities could be damaged from rising sea-levels, flooding, hurricanes, typhoons, wildfires, and droughts.⁴ 

This could be a good time to look at ways to position your portfolio in advance of anticipated natural disaster destruction and costs. The Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF, the FIXT ETF, addresses the need for recovery services and prevention measures to prepare for the inevitable natural disasters of the future.

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¹2023: A historic year of U.S. billion-dollar weather and climate disasters, Adam B. Smith, climate.gov, January 8,2024.

²The weather gauge: Driving extreme weather and resilience forward, munichre.com, 2024.

³A record 63 billion-dollar weather disasters hit Earth in 2023, by Jeff Masters, yaleclimateconnections.org, January 18,2024.

⁴How the climate crisis will affect the U.S. economy: Top economists Jeffrey Sachs, Nouriel Roubini and Mark Zandi discuss, by Jack Hillyer, CNBC.com, March 17,2024.

*As of March 15th, 2024, Generac (GNRC) was a 1.67% holding, Hexagon AB (HEXAB SS) was a 2.07% holding, John Wood Group (WG/ LN) was a 1.91% holding, NV5 Global (NVEE) was a 1.72% holding, Nvidia (NVDA) was a 3.44% holding, Sterling Infrastructure (STRL) was a 2.86% holding in the Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF (NASDAQ: FIXT).

For a complete list of holdings in the Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF, visit https://procureetfs.com/fixt/. Fund holdings and sector allocations are subject to change at any time and should not be considered a recommendation to buy or sell any security.

Performance data quoted represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance of the Funds may be lower or higher than the performance quoted. All performance is historical and includes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains. Performance data current to the most recent month end may be obtained by calling 866-690-ETFS (3837).

Please consider the Funds investment objectives, risks, and charges and expenses carefully before you invest. This and other important information is contained in the Fund’s summary prospectus and prospectus, which can be obtained by visiting procureetfs.com. Read carefully before you invest.

Investing involves risk. Principal loss is possible. The Fund is also subject to the following risks: Shares of any ETF are bought and sold at market price (not NAV), may trade at a discount or premium to NAV and are not individually redeemed from the funds. Brokerage commissions will reduce returns. Securities of small- and mid-capitalization companies may experience much more price volatility, greater spreads between their bid and ask prices and significantly lower trading volumes than securities issued by large, more established companies. The Fund is not actively managed so it would not take defensive positions in declining markets unless such positions are reflected in the underlying index. Please refer to the summary prospectus for a more detailed explanation of the Funds’ principal risks. It is not possible to invest in an index.

Natural Disaster/Epidemic Risk – Natural or environmental disasters, such as earthquakes, fires, floods, hurricanes, tsunamis and other severe weather-related phenomena generally, and widespread disease, including pandemics and epidemics, have been and may be highly disruptive to economies and markets, adversely impacting individual companies, sectors, industries, markets, currencies, interest and inflation rates, credit ratings, investor sentiment, and other factors affecting the value of the Fund’s investments. Foreign Investment Risks – Foreign securities are typically more volatile, harder to price, and less liquid than U.S. securities.

The Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF is neither associated with, nor endorsed by, the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

The Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF is distributed by Quasar Distributors LLC.

Tackling natural disasters is more than climate change and environmental, social, and governance (ESG)¹ initiatives. When a disaster strikes, victims need help, not lessons in carbon offsets. The Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF (NASDAQ: FIXT) focuses on companies that help prepare for meteorological disasters and respond with recovery solutions.

The constituents of FIXT assist companies and governments build infrastructure strong enough to withstand catastrophic weather events. Companies like Verisk* conduct risk analyses. Nvidia* provides modeling projections. AECOM* offers infrastructure consulting services for damage prevention, and Sterling Infrastructure* subsidiaries design and construct disaster resilient roads and buildings. 

After a disaster hits, communities need recovery assistance. This can include companies such as Generac* offering backup generators, Clean Harbors* responding to hazardous spills caused by extreme weather events, Xylem* providing solutions for drinkable water, Stantec* monitoring debris flows and mudslides, and Fluor* aiding in debris removal.

Investors may want to consider FIXT and its constituents as the go-to destination when disasters strike. That said, savvy individuals know that it is better to be prepared before natural disasters hit rather than waiting until it is too late.  How much FIXT do you own?

¹Environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) refers to a set of standards used to measure a company’s environmental and social impact. ESG may be considered by shareholders to screen potential investments. 

²“U.S. struck with historic number of billion-dollar disasters in 2023,” www.noaa.gov, January 9, 2024.

*As of January 30th, 2024, AECOM (ACM) was a 1.94% holding, Clean Harbors (CLH) was a 2.02% holding, Fluor (FLR) was a 2.02% holding, Generac (GNRC) was a 1.90% holding, Nvidia (NVDA) was a 2.72% holding, Verisk Analytics (VRSK) was a 2.07% holding, Stantec (STN CN) was a 2.06% holding, Sterling Infrastructure (STRL) was a 2.25% holding, Xylem (XYL) was a 2.12% holding in the Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF (NASDAQ: FIXT).

For a complete list of holdings in the Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF, visit https://procureetfs.com/fixt/. Fund holdings and sector allocations are subject to change at any time and should not be considered a recommendation to buy or sell any security.

Please consider the Funds investment objectives, risks, and charges and expenses carefully before you invest. This and other important information is contained in the Fund’s summary prospectus and prospectus, which can be obtained by visiting procureetfs.com. Read carefully before you invest.

Investing involves risk. Principal loss is possible. The Fund is also subject to the following risks: Shares of any ETF are bought and sold at market price (not NAV), may trade at a discount or premium to NAV and are not individually redeemed from the funds. Brokerage commissions will reduce returns. Securities of small- and mid-capitalization companies may experience much more price volatility, greater spreads between their bid and ask prices and significantly lower trading volumes than securities issued by large, more established companies. The Fund is not actively managed so it would not take defensive positions in declining markets unless such positions are reflected in the underlying index. Please refer to the summary prospectus for a more detailed explanation of the Funds’ principal risks. It is not possible to invest in an index.

Natural Disaster/Epidemic Risk – Natural or environmental disasters, such as earthquakes, fires, floods, hurricanes, tsunamis and other severe weather-related phenomena generally, and widespread disease, including pandemics and epidemics, have been and may be highly disruptive to economies and markets, adversely impacting individual companies, sectors, industries, markets, currencies, interest and inflation rates, credit ratings, investor sentiment, and other factors affecting the value of the Fund’s investments. Foreign Investment Risks – Foreign securities are typically more volatile, harder to price, and less liquid than U.S. securities.

The Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF is neither associated with, nor endorsed by, the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

The Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF is distributed by Quasar Distributors LLC.

The United States and Russia may have been the first space pioneers, but now astronauts are on missions from nations all over the world.

SpaceX* recently launched a Falcon 9 rocket for Axiom Space with passengers from Spain/United States, Italy, Sweden, and Turkey. China is gearing up activities to create a colony on the moon. India is working on projects to explore space and establish a base on the moon. Japan just became the latest country to land a spacecraft on the moon. Additional programs have been conducted by Luxembourg, Israel, South Korea and Mexico, and the list goes on.

At present, the language in space has yet to be established. English and Russian are spoken on the International Space Station (ISS). Astronauts needed to be proficient in Russian since, historically, most astronauts traveled to and from the International Space Station via Russian Soyuz spacecraft. Most of the labels on the spacecraft instruments are in Russian and commands were issued in Russian. As SpaceX ramps up its role in going to the ISS, English may become more dominant. Meanwhile, as China revs up its space projects, Chinese may be another strong language option. Given the numerous global visitors, the language of space is still up for grabs.  

Like outer space, the Space ETF^TM  by Procure (TICKER: UFO), is a compilation of international corporations involved in the space sector. Aerospace, satellite and other firms represent countries throughout the world including: United States (L3Harris Technologies*, Planet Labs*, Globalstar*, Iridium Communications*), France (Eutelsat Communications*, Airbus*), Japan (ispace*, SKY Perfect JSAT Holdings*), Italy (Leonardo S.p.A.*), and Luxembourg (SES*). They all speak the same language as constituents of the Space ETF^TM.

To learn more about the Space ETF^TM, visit www.ProcureETFs.com.

As of January 22nd, 2024, Airbus Group (AIR FP) was a 2.19% holding, Eutelsat Communications (ETL FP) was a 4.58% holding, Globalstar (GSAT) was a 5.38% holding, Iridium Communications (IRDM) was a 4.41% holding, ispace Inc. (9348 JP) was a 1.97% holding, L3Harris Technologies (LHX) was a 2.45% holding, Leonardo S.p.A. (LDO IM) was a 0.19% holding, Planet Labs (PL) was a 2.11% holding, SES SA (SESG FP) was a 5.12% holding, SKY Perfect JSAT holdings (9412 JP) was a 4.67% holding, SpaceX was a 0.00% holding in the Procure Space ETF (NASDAQ: UFO).

For a complete list of holdings in UFO, visit: https://procureetfs.com/ufo/. Fund holdings and sector allocations are subject to change at any time and should not be considered a recommendation to buy or sell any security. 

Please consider the Funds investment objectives, risks, and charges and expenses carefully before you invest. This and other important information is contained in the Fund’s summary prospectus and prospectus, which can be obtained by visiting procureetfs.com. Read carefully before you invest.

Investing involves risk. Principal loss is possible. The Fund is also subject to the following risks: Shares of any ETF are bought and sold at market price (not NAV), may trade at a discount or premium to NAV and are not individually redeemed from the funds. Brokerage commissions will reduce returns. 

Aerospace and defense companies can be significantly affected by government aerospace and defense regulation and spending policies. The exploration of space by private industry and the harvesting of space assets is a business based in future and is witnessing new entrants into the market. Investments in the Fund will be riskier than traditional investments in established industry sectors. The Fund is considered to be concentrated in securities of companies that operate or utilize satellites which are subject to manufacturing delays, launch delays or failures, and operational and environmental risks that could limit their ability to utilize the satellites needed to deliver services to customers. Investing in foreign securities are volatile, harder to price, and less liquid than U.S. securities. Securities of small- and mid-capitalization companies may experience much more price volatility, greater spreads between their bid and ask prices and significantly lower trading volumes than securities issued by large, more established companies. The Fund is not actively managed so it would not take defensive positions in declining markets unless such positions are reflected in the underlying index. Please refer to the summary prospectus for a more detailed explanation of the Funds’ principal risks. It is not possible to invest in an index.

UFO is distributed by Quasar Distributors LLC. 

Along with death and taxes, natural disasters seem to have to become another unpleasant certainty these days. While losses from natural disasters are increasing, insurance costs are ballooning and coverage is becoming unavailable in some cases. However, disaster prevention, preparation and recovery measures go a long way in reducing damages from extreme weather events.

$1 in disaster mitigation can yield $6 or more in loss reduction.¹ In line with this data, the United Nations has announced an initiative to expand worldwide early warning systems with a goal of raising $157 million.²

Destructive thunderstorms and earthquakes cost the world $250 billion in 2023.³ Interestingly, although the earthquake magnitude and population density were similar in events in Turkey/Syria and Japan, the death toll was significantly less in Japan. Munich Re attributes this to following building codes and seeing how buildings performed under these circumstances. Their conclusion was that an emphasis on resilience will be essential to limit losses in the future.

Governments and corporations throughout the world can proactively hire companies to mitigate disaster losses by designing and building disaster resilient infrastructure. For example: 

AECOM* offers infrastructure consulting services for damage prevention, as well as the reconstruction of facilities post disaster.

Fluor* provides engineering and construction services to create resilient buildings.

Generac* offers generators and grid services to ensure continuous energy flows during and after disasters.

Hexagon AB* has wide area remote monitoring systems to detect, predict and simulate disasters and alarm systems for early warning of potential disasters.

On a more granular level, individuals need to prepare for upcoming events. Home improvement stores worldwide like Home Depot*, Lowe’s*, Hornbach* and Wesfarmers* are go-to destinations. Shovels, salt, heaters, sandbags, flood barriers, flashlights, generators, and pumps are popular purchases prior to and after natural disasters.

The Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF (FIXT: NASDAQ) was created to follow corporations focused on natural disaster prevention, preparation, and recovery. With extreme weather events expected to increase in frequency and costs⁴, investors may want to have exposure to companies within the natural disaster mitigation sector.

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¹”Natural Hazard Mitigation Saves Interim Report”, FEMA.gov, June 2018.

²At Climate Ambition Summit, UN Agencies and IFRC Kickstart Major Initiative Towards Realizing Early Warnings for All by 2027,” UNDP.org, September 23, 2023.

³“Record thunderstorm losses and deadly earthquakes cost $250 billion in damages in 2023, report says”, by Sam Meredith, cnbc.com, January 9,2024.

⁴ “2023: A historic year of U.S. billion-dollar weather and climate disasters,” by Adam B. Smith, climate.gov, January 8, 2024.

*As of January 18th, 2024, AECOM (ACM) was a 1.97% holding, Fluor (FLR) was a 2.01% holding, Generac (GNRC) was a 1.96% holding, Hexagon (HEXAB SS) was a 2.12% holding, Home Depot (HD) was a 2.29% holding, Hornbach Holdings (HBH GR) was a 2.22% holding, Lowe’s (LOW) was a 2.15% holding, Wesfarmers Ltd (WES AU) was a 2.19% holding in the Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF (NASDAQ: FIXT).

Please consider the Funds investment objectives, risks, and charges and expenses carefully before you invest. This and other important information is contained in the Fund’s summary prospectus and prospectus, which can be obtained by visiting procureetfs.com. Read carefully before you invest.

Investing involves risk. Principal loss is possible. The Fund is also subject to the following risks: Shares of any ETF are bought and sold at market price (not NAV), may trade at a discount or premium to NAV and are not individually redeemed from the funds. Brokerage commissions will reduce returns. Securities of small- and mid-capitalization companies may experience much more price volatility, greater spreads between their bid and ask prices and significantly lower trading volumes than securities issued by large, more established companies. The Fund is not actively managed so it would not take defensive positions in declining markets unless such positions are reflected in the underlying index. Please refer to the summary prospectus for a more detailed explanation of the Funds’ principal risks. It is not possible to invest in an index.

Natural Disaster/Epidemic Risk – Natural or environmental disasters, such as earthquakes, fires, floods, hurricanes, tsunamis and other severe weather-related phenomena generally, and widespread disease, including pandemics and epidemics, have been and may be highly disruptive to economies and markets, adversely impacting individual companies, sectors, industries, markets, currencies, interest and inflation rates, credit ratings, investor sentiment, and other factors affecting the value of the Fund’s investments. Foreign Investment Risks – Foreign securities are typically more volatile, harder to price, and less liquid than U.S. securities.

The Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF is neither associated with, nor endorsed by, the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

The Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF is distributed by Quasar Distributors LLC.

The massive wildfires in Maui caused unimaginable devastation and destruction. More than 2,200 residential and commercial properties were damaged, and recovery efforts are forecasted to cost around $5.5 billion, according to the University of Hawaii’s Pacific Disaster Center and the Federal Emergency Management Agency.¹ Even more horrendous is the estimated 111 people who lost their lives.² 

One major source of contention has been Hawaii’s failure to properly notify residents and tourists of the impending danger. Despite the state having the largest outdoor warning system in the world, emergency sirens were not activated, and cell phone notifications were said to have fallen short due to power outages.³ 

The fallout from this unfortunate event highlights the need for reliable emergency alert systems during extreme weather events. United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres introduced a €2.9 billion plan to provide early warning coverage to the entire world by 2027.⁴

FIXT, the Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF consists of companies that help mitigate damages and rebuild from extreme weather events such as wildfires. Included within these services are companies providing advanced detection awareness:

• Enersys* offers batteries and backup for the installation, maintenance, and management of power sources to keep power and communications systems operational.
• Fujitsu* develops warning systems utilizing social media, texts, phone calls, and emails.
• Nvidia* uses models to detect flood zones for early evacuation recommendations.
• Verisk* reviews and evaluates emergency communications centers.

Conclusion

As wildfires and other natural disasters increase in frequency and damage, the need for emergency alert systems is more important than ever. For more information regarding FIXT, the Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF, please visit http://www.ProcureETFs.com/fixt.

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¹”Rebuilding Maui after deadly wildfires could cost more than $5 billion, officials project,” www.cbsnews.com, August 13, 2023.

²”As death toll in Maui fire rises, here’s how it compares to the deadliest fires in the US,” www.usatoday.com, August 17, 2023.

³”Hawaii has a robust emergency siren warning system. It sat silent during the deadly wildfires,” www.msn.com, August 13, 2023.

⁴Climate disasters: How much would it cost to implement early warning systems worldwide?, www.unesco.org, July 31, 2023. 

 

Disclaimer

*As of August 18th, 2023, Enersys (ENS) was a 1.84% holding, Fujitsu (6702 JP) was a 1.76% holding, Nvidia (NVDA) was a 2.20% holding, Verisk Analytics (VRSK) was a 2.05% holding in the Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF (NASDAQ: FIXT). For a complete list of constituents in the Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF, please visit www.ProcureETFs.com/FIXT.

Please consider the Funds investment objectives, risks, and charges and expenses carefully before you invest. This and other important information is contained in the Fund’s summary prospectus and prospectus, which can be obtained by visiting procureetfs.com. Read carefully before you invest.

Investing involves risk. Principal loss is possible. The Fund is also subject to the following risks: Shares of any ETF are bought and sold at market price (not NAV), may trade at a discount or premium to NAV and are not individually redeemed from the funds. Brokerage commissions will reduce returns. Securities of small- and mid-capitalization companies may experience much more price volatility, greater spreads between their bid and ask prices and significantly lower trading volumes than securities issued by large, more established companies. The Fund is not actively managed so it would not take defensive positions in declining markets unless such positions are reflected in the underlying index. Please refer to the summary prospectus for a more detailed explanation of the Funds’ principal risks. It is not possible to invest in an index.

Natural Disaster/Epidemic Risk – Natural or environmental disasters, such as earthquakes, fires, floods, hurricanes, tsunamis and other severe weather-related phenomena generally, and widespread disease, including pandemics and epidemics, have been and may be highly disruptive to economies and markets, adversely impacting individual companies, sectors, industries, markets, currencies, interest and inflation rates, credit ratings, investor sentiment, and other factors affecting the value of the Fund’s investments. 

Foreign Investment Risks – Foreign securities are typically more volatile, harder to price, and less liquid than U.S. securities.

American Depositary Receipt Risk (ADR)-ADRs involve risks like those associated with investments in foreign securities, including changes in political or economic conditions of other countries and changes in the exchange rates of foreign currencies. ADRs listed on U.S. exchanges are issued by banks or trust companies and entitle the holder to all dividends and capital gains paid out on the underlying foreign shares. Investing in ADRs as a substitute for an investment directly in the foreign company shares, exposes the Fund to the risk that the ADRs may not provide a return that corresponds precisely with that of the foreign company’s shares.

The Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF is neither associated with, nor endorsed by, the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

The Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF is distributed by Quasar Distributors LLC.

 

As natural disasters increase in frequency and damages inflicted, it is more important than ever to have the proper resources to forecast, monitor, and evaluate potential and past disasters. Satellites have been instrumental in providing information about the time, path, and magnitude of these catastrophes.

Optic imagery 

Satellite imagery is the most used method of tracking extreme weather events. Satellites can monitor the size and direction of hurricanes, wildfires, volcanic ash, and floods. This data is critical to providing impacted residents an opportunity to evacuate or shelter in a timely manner. Unlike older systems, the new satellites can relay images as often as every 30 minutes.

The United States Geological Survey monitors volcanoes in the United States. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) monitors the oceans throughout the world and tracks volcanic ash movement and possible tsunami action. The information is critical for issuing tsunami warnings and air traffic alerts.¹

Using a rocket built by Rocket Lab USA Inc.*, NASA has launched small satellites designed to track hurricanes, cyclones, and typhoons. The satellites can provide hourly storm tracking data on rainfall, humidity, and temperature to predict the direction and intensity of storms.²

BlackSky Technology Inc* was recently selected to work with the Government of Aragon in Spain to provide rapid emergency imagery services. The goal is to streamline responses to crisis situations like fires, floods, and other natural disasters.³

Radar technology

Information from optical and radar imaging satellites has been a useful tool in managing floods and wildfires. Radar imaging sensors using flashes of light can capture data through clouds, smoke, and at night. While large, older satellites could only capture images once every 7-14 days, current constellations with smaller satellites can provide more frequent images.

In Australia, the use of radar and optical images has helped oversee recent floods. Optical satellites and radar imaging sensors from Planet Inc* and NASA were able to monitor the size and movement of floods.⁴

Thermal Technology

As climate change discussions “heat up”, many companies are looking to expand into infrared technology also known as thermal technology. This will be a valuable tool for tracking urban heat and wildfires. In addition to wildfire and heatwave applications, thermal technology is being used to provide water scarcity data and data for environmental-monitoring applications.⁵

Conclusion

In addition to NASA and NOAA, other international organizations are using satellites for climate monitoring. Airbus* Defence and Space unit is a manufacturer of satellites used by the Copernicus climate program for the European Space Agency. Planet Labs* is teaming up with the United Arab Emirates Space Agency to provide climate change resilience information.  Terran Orbital* is part of the Chilean Government’s space program developing a satellite to facilitate a rapid response for natural disasters, climate change, and more.⁶

The Procure Space ETF, UFO:NASDAQ, includes satellite companies helping to identify and monitor extreme weather events. UFO, the world’s first pure-play space ETF, contains publicly traded space-related companies from around the globe. More prevalent and severe natural disasters are creating a demand for satellite technology to supply better information to predict and hopefully mitigate the destruction from catastrophic events.

To learn more about the Procure Space ETF, visit www.ProcureETFs.com.

As of August 8^th, 2023, Airbus (AIR FP) was a 2.12% holding, BlackSky Technology (BKSY) was a 2.63% holding, Planet Labs (PL) was a 3.31% holding, Rocket Lab (RKLB) was a 5.81% holding, Terran Orbital (LLAP) was a 0.93% holding in the Procure Space ETF (NASDAQ: UFO).

For a complete list of holdings in UFO, visit: https://procureetfs.com/ufo/. Fund holdings and sector allocations are subject to change at any time and should not be considered a recommendation to buy or sell any security. 

Please consider the Funds investment objectives, risks, and charges and expenses carefully before you invest. This and other important information is contained in the Fund’s summary prospectus and prospectus, which can be obtained by visiting procureetfs.com. Read carefully before you invest.

Investing involves risk. Principal loss is possible. The Fund is also subject to the following risks: Shares of any ETF are bought and sold at market price (not NAV), may trade at a discount or premium to NAV and are not individually redeemed from the funds. Brokerage commissions will reduce returns. 

Aerospace and defense companies can be significantly affected by government aerospace and defense regulation and spending policies. The exploration of space by private industry and the harvesting of space assets is a business based in future and is witnessing new entrants into the market. Investments in the Fund will be riskier than traditional investments in established industry sectors. The Fund is considered to be concentrated in securities of companies that operate or utilize satellites which are subject to manufacturing delays, launch delays or failures, and operational and environmental risks that could limit their ability to utilize the satellites needed to deliver services to customers. Investing in foreign securities are volatile, harder to price, and less liquid than U.S. securities. Securities of small- and mid-capitalization companies may experience much more price volatility, greater spreads between their bid and ask prices and significantly lower trading volumes than securities issued by large, more established companies. The Fund is not actively managed so it would not take defensive positions in declining markets unless such positions are reflected in the underlying index. Please refer to the summary prospectus for a more detailed explanation of the Funds’ principal risks. It is not possible to invest in an index.

UFO is distributed by Quasar Distributors LLC.
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¹“When volcanoes roar: protecting the public and tracking long-term climate impacts,” research.noaa.gov, January 5,2023.

²“NASA launches two small satellites to track hurricanes”, PHYS.org, May 8,2023.

³“Ever-High cadence, Low-Latency Imagery Service for Disaster response”, BlackSky.com, April 25,2023.

⁴“Using satellites for faster flood information”, Sciencedaily.com, November 23.2022.

⁵”Thermal imagery sector heats up”, spacenews.com, July 23, 2023.

⁶“Terran Orbital and ImageSat International (ISI) Prepare for the Launch of the RUNNER-1 Earth Observation Satellite”, Finance.yahoo.com, June 8, 2023.  

 

 

 

 

Heat waves, along with increasing daily record temperatures, are the new “hot” topics. Seville, Spain, which became the first city in the world to introduce a local heat wave naming and ranking system, declared “Yago” as its second ever named heat wave in June 2023. Combating the negative effects of excessive heat is the goal of individuals and municipalities. Short term fixes combined with longer term projects will be needed to get relief from this ongoing climate emergency.

Air Conditioning

In the short term, air conditioners (AC) help alleviate the heat. From window units to whole house or building systems, these are usually the first step to comfort. Once considered a luxury, air conditioning has evolved to becoming a necessity. As communities experience health problems, including deaths, they have ramped up cooling stations to allow residents some relief from excessive heat. Cities such as New York City to Seattle and Detroit to Houston have designated cooling stations in public buildings like libraries, recreation centers, senior centers, or churches. Stores like Home Depot Inc*, Lowes*, Wesfarmers Ltd*, and Kingfisher* brands are popular air conditioner retailers for quick relief.

Energy Demand

However, continuous air conditioning can put a strain on energy grids resulting in power outages. Generac* saw a rising demand for backup power generators in Texas as temperatures surged in 2023. The demand for power during heat waves has shown the need for improvements to the energy grids to prevent outages. Fortunately, there are companies that work on energy grids such as Eaton*.

Heat Island Mitigation

Seeking ways to reduce heat in cities is becoming a priority. When trapped heat builds up, it creates what are known as Heat Islands or Urban Heat Islands, commonly found in cities. Solutions involving increased vegetation such as trees and gardens, light colored roofing materials, sidewalks, and roads, and water elements such as fountains, have been helpful in lessening the harm due to heat waves. Trees provide shade which can ultimately lead to lower temperatures and reduced energy consumption. 

• AECOM* has a history of creating rooftop gardens in Shanghai, New York City and Washington, D.C. Meanwhile experiments in Los Angeles and other cities have encouraged switching to new light-colored construction materials which repel rather than absorb heat. 

Many companies are involved in simulation services to anticipate the effect of changing weather conditions on cities, infrastructure, and the environment:

• Nvidia Corp* does research and modeling for extreme weather and climate predictions.
• AtkinsRealis Group* offers its Atkins City Simulator to simulate a city as it grows amid weather influenced disasters. It measures the impact of potential disasters versus proposed solutions to select projects with the highest return on investment.
• Stantec* strives to make energy systems more efficient and resilient. It utilizes data analysis and remote sensing models to help cities optimize heat mitigation investments.
• Hexagon AB* used digital reality modeling to determine the effect of heat on athletes prior to the Tokyo Olympics.

Anticipating and providing solutions to natural disasters such as heat waves, wildfires, floods, hurricanes, and earthquakes is the aim of the companies within  FIXT, The Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF. FIXT was created to provide exposure to companies that are engaged in the recovery from and prevention of destruction from natural disasters. As weather related disasters increase in frequency and destruction, companies will be busy helping communities get ‘FIXT.’ When disasters happen, think FIXT ETF.

Important Information

*As of July 3th, 2024, AECOM (ACM) was a 2.36% holding, AtkinsRealis Group (ATRL CN) was a 2.46% holding, Eaton (ETN) was a 2.32% holding, Generac (GNRC) was a 2.45% holding, Hexagon AB (HEXAB SS) was a 2.43% holding, Home Depot (HD) was a 2.33% holding, Kingfisher (KGF LN) was a 2.36% holding, Lowe’s (LOW) was a 2.28% holding, Nvidia (NVDA) was a 2.29% holding, Stantec (STN CN) was a 2.42% holding, Wesfarmers Ltd (WES AU) was a 2.32% holding in the Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF (NASDAQ: FIXT).

Please consider the Funds investment objectives, risks, and charges and expenses carefully before you invest. This and other important information is contained in the Fund’s summary prospectus and prospectus, which can be obtained by visiting procureetfs.com. Read carefully before you invest.

Investing involves risk. Principal loss is possible. The Fund is also subject to the following risks: Shares of any ETF are bought and sold at market price (not NAV), may trade at a discount or premium to NAV and are not individually redeemed from the funds. Brokerage commissions will reduce returns. Securities of small- and mid-capitalization companies may experience much more price volatility, greater spreads between their bid and ask prices and significantly lower trading volumes than securities issued by large, more established companies. The Fund is not actively managed so it would not take defensive positions in declining markets unless such positions are reflected in the underlying index. Please refer to the summary prospectus for a more detailed explanation of the Funds’ principal risks. It is not possible to invest in an index.

Natural Disaster/Epidemic Risk – Natural or environmental disasters, such as earthquakes, fires, floods, hurricanes, tsunamis and other severe weather-related phenomena generally, and widespread disease, including pandemics and epidemics, have been and may be highly disruptive to economies and markets, adversely impacting individual companies, sectors, industries, markets, currencies, interest and inflation rates, credit ratings, investor sentiment, and other factors affecting the value of the Fund’s investments.

Foreign Investment Risks – Foreign securities are typically more volatile, harder to price, and less liquid than U.S. securities.

American Depositary Receipt Risk (ADR)-ADRs involve risks like those associated with investments in foreign securities, including changes in political or economic conditions of other countries and changes in the exchange rates of foreign currencies. ADRs listed on U.S. exchanges are issued by banks or trust companies and entitle the holder to all dividends and capital gains paid out on the underlying foreign shares. Investing in ADRs as a substitute for an investment directly in the foreign company shares, exposes the Fund to the risk that the ADRs may not provide a return that corresponds precisely with that of the foreign company’s shares.

The Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF is neither associated with, nor endorsed by, the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

The Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF is distributed by Quasar Distributors LLC.

Wildfires are burning out of control in North America and throughout the world with more predicted. Products and services that prevent or extinguish major fires will continue to be in demand. The Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF (NASDAQ: FIXT) focuses on corporations that are in the business of natural disaster recovery, response, and prevention. Wildfires are just one of the disasters that fall within the FIXT ETF. 

The economic cost of wildfires is far reaching. The local destruction of forests, homes, and businesses is just the first line of disaster. The smoke from major wildfires is creating a secondary impact on the economy. Dense smoke can travel for miles closing airports, slowing retail business, and increasing health issues. The need to prevent, stop, and rebuild from wildfires is essential.

Wildfire Response

During a wildfire, fast response is critical. Immediate access to products and services like trucks and retardants is essential. The following corporations meet some of these needs:

• REV Group* produces fire trucks, pumpers, aerial ladders, and aerial water towers. 
• Oshkosh* manufactures traditional and electric fire trucks.  
• Babcock International* delivers an integrated aerial firefighting management service. Specifically, their helicopters can make critical water drops on wildfires. 
• Nvidia* develops algorithms to analyze and predict wildfires, remotely detects structural damage during a fire, and assists firefighters in tracking wildfires.  

Post Wildfire Action

After a wildfire has been extinguished it is essential to analyze its cause. The following corporations help devise solutions to prevent future fires, identify who or what was responsible for the fire, and outline damage estimates:

• AECOM* conducts infrastructure damage assessment, performs forensic evaluations, and offers architectural, engineering, and construction services. As an example, AECOM is working with energy utilities to bury lines underground to protect them from wildfires and other natural disasters.  
• Arcadis* performs debris and hazardous tree removal in post-wildfire areas. They analyze soil and air to ensure there are no toxins in the air or ground and has set up cleaning facilities to remove hazardous chemicals in the environment. 

Wildfire Prevention and Preparation

Finding ways to prevent or mitigate damage from wildfires is an ongoing process by these corporations: 

• NV5 Global* performs fire mitigation studies especially for utility firms focusing on vegetation trimming and management guidance as well as code compliance. Forensic investigations are conducted after events.
• Cummins* sells backup generators to help provide uninterrupted service. In California, wildfires and planned outages have affected electrical grids leaving residents without power. Cummins also offers fire pump drives for sprinklers and engines for firefighting vehicles. 
• Assa Abloy* manufactures fire resistant doors and controls which are especially important to protect critical infrastructure. 
• Stantec* conducts studies of post-wildfire hazards such as debris floods, avalanches, and mudslides. Results can help communities prepare against future disasters. Remote sensing is used to predict hazards, like wildfires, to give communities an opportunity to evacuate and/or make safety preparations. 

Conclusion

Wildfires are proliferating and the market for firefighting and prevention products and services will be busy.  FIXT, the Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF highlights corporations that are there to help communities prevent, prepare for, and recover from natural disasters such as wildfires. 

Important Information

*As of June 28th, 2024, AECOM (ACM) was a 2.42% holding, Arcadis (ARCAD NA) was a 2.36% holding, Assa Abloy (ASSAS SS) was a 2.26% holding, Babcock International (BAB) was a 2.37% holding, Cummins (CMI) was a 2.47% holding, NV5 (NVEE) was a 2.42% holding, Nvidia (NVDA) was a 2.29% holding, Oshkosh (OSK) was a 2.37% holding, REV Group (REVG) was a 2.26% holding, Stantec (SNT CN) was a 2.44% holding in the Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF (NASDAQ: FIXT).

Please consider the Funds investment objectives, risks, and charges and expenses carefully before you invest. This and other important information is contained in the Fund’s summary prospectus and prospectus, which can be obtained by visiting procureetfs.com. Read carefully before you invest. 

Investing involves risk. Principal loss is possible. The Fund is also subject to the following risks: Shares of any ETF are bought and sold at market price (not NAV), may trade at a discount or premium to NAV and are not individually redeemed from the funds. Brokerage commissions will reduce returns. Securities of small- and mid-capitalization companies may experience much more price volatility, greater spreads between their bid and ask prices and significantly lower trading volumes than securities issued by large, more established companies. The Fund is not actively managed so it would not take defensive positions in declining markets unless such positions are reflected in the underlying index. Please refer to the summary prospectus for a more detailed explanation of the Funds’ principal risks. It is not possible to invest in an index.

Natural Disaster/Epidemic Risk – Natural or environmental disasters, such as earthquakes, fires, floods, hurricanes, tsunamis and other severe weather-related phenomena generally, and widespread disease, including pandemics and epidemics, have been and may be highly disruptive to economies and markets, adversely impacting individual companies, sectors, industries, markets, currencies, interest and inflation rates, credit ratings, investor sentiment, and other factors affecting the value of the Fund’s investments. 

Foreign Investment Risks – Foreign securities are typically more volatile, harder to price, and less liquid than U.S. securities.

American Depositary Receipt Risk (ADR)-ADRs involve risks like those associated with investments in foreign securities, including changes in political or economic conditions of other countries and changes in the exchange rates of foreign currencies. ADRs listed on U.S. exchanges are issued by banks or trust companies and entitle the holder to all dividends and capital gains paid out on the underlying foreign shares. Investing in ADRs as a substitute for an investment directly in the foreign company shares, exposes the Fund to the risk that the ADRs may not provide a return that corresponds precisely with that of the foreign company’s shares.

The Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF is neither associated with, nor endorsed by, the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

The Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF is distributed by Quasar Distributors LLC.