PBOT

About PBOT

The Pictet AI & Automation ETF is a recently launched, actively managed exchange-traded fund focused on companies at the forefront of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation technologies. It aims to provide long-term capital appreciation by investing in a global portfolio of firms with a distinct link to AI and automation, measured through fundamental metrics such as sales and EBITDA, with a proprietary selection and weighting process. Unlike many ETFs that passively track an index, this fund employs an active management strategy and does not follow a specific benchmark, allowing for a more dynamic and responsive investment approach. The ETF targets the information technology sector, reflecting its concentration on companies driving innovation in AI, robotics, and industrial automation, which are increasingly seen as pivotal to future economic growth across multiple industries. With an expense ratio of 0.70%, the fund is positioned as a tool for investors seeking exposure to the transformative potential of technological advances without the constraints of traditional index-tracking products. Management responsibilities are handled by Pictet Asset Management, a firm with a history of thematic investing in global megatrends. The ETF began trading in October 2025 and is suitable for those looking to diversify into high-growth technology themes on a global scale.