Liquidation: VanEck ETF Trust

Form Type: 497

Filing Date: 2025-06-04

Corporate Action: Liquidation

Type: Update

Accession Number: 000113736025000336

Filing Summary: The VanEck ETF Trust filed an update regarding the liquidation and termination of the VanEck Russia ETF and the VanEck Russia Small-Cap ETF, herein referred to as the 'Russia Funds'. This update notes that the Trustees had unanimously approved a Plan of Liquidation contingent on receiving necessary relief from the SEC. The SEC granted this relief on December 28, 2022, allowing the Russia Funds to suspend redemption rights and postpone payments until the liquidation and asset distribution process is complete. The liquidation was initiated on January 12, 2023. The summary reiterates that while the liquidation process is ongoing, the Funds will hold cash and securities inconsistent with their investment goals, which may lead to higher tracking errors. Meanwhile, the Funds are no longer exchange-traded, and trading of their shares has ceased, with a final distribution anticipated upon termination of the Funds.

Form Type: 497

Filing Date: 2025-06-04

Corporate Action: Liquidation

Type: Update

Accession Number: 000113736025000343

Filing Summary: On June 3, 2025, the Board of Trustees of VanEck ETF Trust approved the liquidation, winding down, and termination of the VanEck Green Infrastructure ETF, a series of the Trust. The liquidation is expected to commence on or about June 25, 2025. After June 18, 2025, the Fund will stop accepting creation orders, and trading of its shares on NASDAQ will cease. Shareholders will be unable to dispose of their shares on NASDAQ after this date. The Fund will focus solely on the liquidation of its assets, paying liabilities, and distributing any remaining proceeds to shareholders. Shareholders who hold shares at the time of liquidation will receive a Liquidating Distribution, which may differ in value compared to selling shares before market close on June 18, 2025. Shareholders are advised to consult tax advisors regarding potential tax implications from the Liquidating Distribution.

Form Type: 497

Filing Date: 2025-06-04

Corporate Action: Liquidation

Type: Update

Accession Number: 000113736025000345

Filing Summary: On June 3, 2025, the Board of Trustees of VanEck ETF Trust unanimously approved the liquidation, winding down, and termination of the VanEck HIP Sustainable Muni ETF. The liquidation is expected to take place on or about June 25, 2025. After June 18, 2025, the Fund will not accept new creation orders, which will also mark the last day of trading for the Fund's shares on the Cboe BZX Exchange. Shareholders will not be able to sell their shares post-market close on June 18, 2025, as the shares will subsequently be delisted. A Liquidating Distribution will be made to shareholders holding shares on the liquidation date, which may vary from the amount received through sales before the cutoff date. Shareholders should be aware of potential tax implications related to capital gains or losses from the distribution and are advised to consult a personal tax advisor. For further information, shareholders can contact Van Eck Securities Corporation.

Form Type: 497K

Filing Date: 2025-06-04

Corporate Action: Liquidation

Type: Update

Accession Number: 000113736025000344

Filing Summary: On June 3, 2025, the Board of Trustees of VanEck ETF Trust unanimously approved the liquidation, winding down, and termination of the VanEck Green Infrastructure ETF. The liquidation process is expected to occur around June 25, 2025. After June 18, 2025, the Fund will stop accepting creation orders and shares will cease trading on NASDAQ. During liquidation, the Fund will not pursue its investment objective but will focus on converting its assets to cash and distributing proceeds to shareholders. Shareholders can sell their shares until market close on June 18, after which shares will be delisted. Any Liquidating Distribution received by a shareholder may differ from potential sales on NASDAQ and could result in capital gains or losses for tax purposes. Shareholders are advised to contact Van Eck Securities Corporation for more information.

Form Type: 497K

Filing Date: 2025-06-04

Corporate Action: Liquidation

Type: Update

Accession Number: 000113736025000346

Filing Summary: On June 3, 2025, the Board of Trustees of VanEck ETF Trust unanimously approved the liquidation, winding down, and termination of the VanEck HIP Sustainable Muni ETF. The liquidation is expected to occur on or about June 25, 2025. Following the close of business on June 18, 2025, the Fund will cease to accept creation orders and will likely be the last day shares of the Fund trade on the Cboe BZX Exchange. Shareholders will be unable to dispose of their shares on CBOE after market close on June 18, 2025, as shares will be delisted thereafter. During the liquidation process, the Fund will not pursue its investment objectives but instead sell and convert assets to cash, pay liabilities, and distribute remaining proceeds or assets to shareholders. Shareholders holding shares on the liquidation date may receive a Liquidating Distribution based on their ownership interest. The amount may differ from what they might receive if selling shares prior to June 18, 2025. Potential capital gains or losses may be realized depending on the Liquidating Distribution received. Shareholders are advised to consult their tax advisors regarding the tax implications.

Form Type: 497K

Filing Date: 2025-04-30

Corporate Action: Liquidation

Type: Update

Accession Number: 000113736025000267

Filing Summary: VanEck® Russia ETF is undergoing a liquidation process due to the discontinuation of the MVIS® Russia Index and restrictions on Russian securities, which prevent the Fund from achieving its investment objectives. The Board of Trustees approved a Plan of Liquidation and Termination on September 29, 2022, and the Fund has received exemptive relief from the Securities and Exchange Commission to facilitate the suspension of redemptions and to manage the liquidation. The Fund has been delisted from Cboe BZX Exchange in connection with this liquidation, and an initial distribution was made to shareholders on January 12, 2023. The Fund is now investing proceeds from asset sales into U.S. government securities and other cash equivalents while awaiting full liquidation and distribution to shareholders. Investors are warned of high volatility and significant risks associated with investments in the Fund, particularly due to the geopolitical situation surrounding Russia.

Form Type: 497K

Filing Date: 2025-04-30

Corporate Action: Liquidation

Type: Update

Accession Number: 000113736025000268

Filing Summary: VanEck Russia Small-Cap ETF is in the process of liquidating its assets and winding up its business due to the discontinuation of the Russia Small-Cap Index and ongoing restrictions related to Russian securities. The Fund's Board of Trustees voted to approve a Plan of Liquidation and Termination, which has been set in motion since September 2022, and was granted exemptive relief by the SEC to suspend the right of redemption of shares. The Fund has been delisted by Cboe BZX Exchange, is operating under a liquidation plan, and pending final distributions, is required to invest cash from disposed portfolio securities into U.S. government securities and other highly liquid investments. The document outlines the fees and expenses associated with the liquidation, and warns investors of the significant risks associated with investing in Russian securities, including volatility and possible losses. Future updates about the Fund will be available on the VanEck website.

Form Type: 497

Filing Date: 2025-04-30

Corporate Action: Liquidation

Type: Update

Accession Number: 000113736025000226

Filing Summary: On April 30, 2025, VanEck ETF Trust filed an update regarding the liquidation of the VanEck Russia ETF and VanEck Russia Small-Cap ETF, collectively referred to as the 'Russia Funds'. The Board of Trustees voted on September 29, 2022, to approve a Plan of Liquidation and Termination of these funds, contingent upon receiving necessary SEC relief. The SEC granted this relief on December 28, 2022, allowing the Russia Funds to suspend share redemption rights and postpone payment of redemption proceeds until the liquidation is completed. As of January 12, 2023, the liquidation process was initiated with the expectation of making liquidating distributions. The liquidation may take time due to the ongoing circumstances involving Russian securities, and the funds will hold cash and securities that do not align with their original investment objectives, likely resulting in higher tracking errors. Additionally, due to delisting from the Cboe BZX Exchange, these funds are no longer considered exchange-traded funds, and trading markets for their shares have ceased. It is anticipated that the Russia Funds will be terminated following payment of final distributions to shareholders.

Form Type: 497

Filing Date: 2025-01-30

Corporate Action: Liquidation

Type: Update

Accession Number: 000113736025000111

Filing Summary: The document details the ongoing liquidation process of the VanEck Russia ETF and VanEck Russia Small-Cap ETF, approved by the Board of Trustees on September 29, 2022. The liquidation was contingent upon SEC relief, granted on December 28, 2022, allowing the Russia Funds to suspend shareholder redemption rights. On January 12, 2023, the liquidation payment process was initiated, with the understanding that it may extend over time especially given the current market conditions affecting Russian securities. The Russia Funds have ceased to be exchange-traded funds and will distribute all remaining assets to shareholders, with an anticipation of termination upon final payout. Additionally, the document serves as a Statement of Additional Information, providing an overview of multiple funds under the VanEck ETF Trust, their classifications, and investment strategies, emphasizing legal and investment ramifications of the Funds' operations during the liquidation period.