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U.S. ETF suite surpasses $18 billion AUM1 PHILADELPHIA , Oct. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Aberdeen Investments, the U.S. arm of the global specialist asset manager, today announced the expansion of its active exchange-traded fund (ETF) platform with the conversion of two mutual funds into fully transparent ETFs. abrdn Ultra Short Municipal Income Active ETF (NASDAQ: AMUN) abrdn International Small Cap Active ETF (NASDAQ: ASCI) These conversions come as Aberdeen's U.S. ETF franchise surpasses $18 billion in assets under management for the first time, illustrating the strength and scalability of our US platform.1 abrdn Ultra Short Municipal Income Active ETF (AMUN) seeks high after-tax current income consistent with capital preservation.

abrdn Emerging Markets Dividend Active ETF returned 15.56% over the quarter, outpacing the benchmark by 300 basis points. We sold iShares MSCI South Korea ETF to invest directly in the local market following our account opening. We expect the Fund's balanced exposure to high dividend and dividend growth businesses to support performance both in periods of market dislocation and greater optimism.

The abrdn Emerging Markets Dividend Active ETF fell by 6.84% but outperformed the benchmark by 108 basis points, driven by strong performance in Taiwan and resilient positions in India. Emerging markets faced challenges, including Trump's tariff threats and South Korea's political instability, but structural tailwinds and fiscal discipline remain supportive. New investments in Taiwan's Alchip Technologies and Delta Electronics, as well as AIA Group and China Construction Bank, reflect a focus on sustainable growth.