Amplify ETFs Nominated for ETF Provider of the Year
MWN-AI** Summary
Amplify ETFs, a prominent player in the exchange-traded fund (ETF) market, has garnered significant recognition with four nominations in three categories for the esteemed With Intelligence Mutual Fund and ETF Awards. Notably, they are nominated for the prestigious ETF Provider of the Year title, highlighting their innovative contributions to the ETF landscape.
Among their nominated products are the Amplify Blockchain Technology ETF (BLOK) and the Amplify Junior Silver Miners ETF (SILJ), both recognized as alternatives in their respective sectors. BLOK, the first actively managed blockchain ETF, has delivered impressive returns of 32.95% year-to-date and a staggering 269.59% since its inception in January 2018. SILJ, which targets small-cap silver miners, has also showcased robust performance, achieving an impressive 184.02% year-to-date NAV return.
Additionally, the Amplify CWP Growth & Income ETF (QDVO) has been nominated for Sales Success of the Year. This fund is designed to generate both capital appreciation and high income through a strategy that employs tactical covered call options. As of the end of December 2025, QDVO has returned 20.25% year-to-date, coupled with a distribution rate of 11.20%.
CEO Christian Magoon expressed pride in the nominations, celebrating Amplify’s 10-year anniversary and reaffirming their commitment to delivering unique investment solutions for advisors and investors. The winners will be announced on February 11, 2026, in New York City.
Amplify ETFs, with over $17.6 billion in assets under management, continues to expand its offerings, catering to investors seeking innovative strategies across a broad range of actively managed and index-based ETFs. For more details, visit their website at AmplifyETFs.com.
MWN-AI** Analysis
Amplify ETFs has secured recognition as a frontrunner in the ETF space, earning four nominations in the upcoming With Intelligence Mutual Fund and ETF Awards, including the coveted title of ETF Provider of the Year. Investors seeking to diversify their portfolios might find Amplify’s offerings compelling, especially given the impressive past performance metrics of its funds.
The Amplify Blockchain Technology ETF (BLOK) stands out as an innovative product in the fintech sector. With a staggering 32.95% return year-to-date and a remarkable 269.59% since inception, BLOK not only meets market demand for alternative investments but also showcases the growth potential of blockchain technologies. As the digital asset market matures, funds like BLOK can provide substantial returns, appealing to risk-tolerant investors.
Similarly, the Amplify Junior Silver Miners ETF (SILJ) demonstrates substantial strength in commodity investment. With a year-to-date return of 184.02%, SILJ offers a unique exposure to small-cap silver miners, capitalizing on the upswing in silver prices amid inflationary pressures. This fund is particularly attractive as silver often serves as a hedge against economic uncertainty.
Furthermore, the Amplify CWP Growth & Income ETF (QDVO) offers a balanced approach with its tactical covered call strategy. A year-to-date return of 20.25% coupled with an 11.20% distribution rate positions QDVO as a solid option for income-seeking investors. However, investors should remain aware of its return of capital distributions and the associated risks.
As Amplify ETFs celebrates its 10-year anniversary, the momentum gained from these nominations reflects its commitment to innovation and investor success. Investors should consider their risk appetite and investment horizon while exploring these award-nominated ETFs, as they represent some of the more differentiated strategies in the current market landscape.
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CHICAGO, Jan. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Amplify ETFs, a leading provider of breakthrough ETF solutions, announces four nominations in three categories in the With Intelligence Mutual Fund and ETF Awards, including recognition for the ETF Provider of the Year.
Amplify ETFs and its funds are shortlisted in the following categories:
- ETF Provider of the Year: Amplify ETFs
- Alternative ETF of the Year: Amplify Blockchain Technology ETF (BLOK)
- 5-star-rated1 BLOK, the first actively managed blockchain ETF, has offered investors early access to a rapidly developing sector years before blockchain and digital assets gained mainstream traction. BLOK has returned 32.95% NAV year-to-date and 269.59% NAV since inception on Jan. 16, 2018, as of 12/31/2025 (click for standardized performance).
- Alternative ETF of the Year: Amplify Junior Silver Miners ETF (SILJ)
- SILJ, launched in 2012, is the first and only ETF to target small-cap silver miners, seeking investment results that generally correlate (before fees and expenses) to the total return performance of the Nasdaq Junior Silver Miners™ Index. SILJ has delivered a 184.02% year-to-date NAV return as of 12/31/2025 (click for standardized performance).
- Sales Success of the Year: Amplify CWP Growth & Income ETF (QDVO)
- Part of the Amplify YieldSmart™ Suite, QDVO seeks capital appreciation from growth-oriented stocks, with high monthly income from option premiums and dividends, using tactical covered call options. QDVO has returned 20.25% NAV YTD and has an 11.20% Distribution Rate & 0.37% 30-Day SEC Yield as of 12/31/25 (click for standardized performance; click for prospectus).
Distributions as of 12/31/25 included an estimated return of capital 97%. Distributions are not guaranteed. The performance data quoted represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. Investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when sold or redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance quoted. For the most recent month-end performance, please visit the Fund’s website at AmplifyETFs.com.
- Part of the Amplify YieldSmart™ Suite, QDVO seeks capital appreciation from growth-oriented stocks, with high monthly income from option premiums and dividends, using tactical covered call options. QDVO has returned 20.25% NAV YTD and has an 11.20% Distribution Rate & 0.37% 30-Day SEC Yield as of 12/31/25 (click for standardized performance; click for prospectus).
“We are proud to be nominated for ETF Provider of the Year, along with multiple product-specific recognitions, as we celebrate our 10-year anniversary in 2026,” said Christian Magoon, CEO of Amplify ETFs. “Across product development, portfolio construction, and distribution, our focus remains on delivering differentiated solutions that serve advisors and investors over the long term. These nominations underscore that approach and the momentum behind our business.”
The winners of the With Intelligence Mutual Fund and ETF Awards will be announced on February 11, 2026, in New York City.
About Amplify ETFs
Amplify ETFs, sponsored by Amplify Investments, has over $17.6 billion in assets under management (as of 12/31/2025). Amplify ETFs delivers expanded investment opportunities for investors seeking growth, income, and risk-managed strategies across a range of actively managed and index-based ETFs. To learn more visit AmplifyETFs.com.
For more information, visit AmplifyETFs.com.
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1 Overall Morningstar Rating™. Based on risk adjusted returns among 13 funds in the Equity Digital Assets category (as of 12/31/25).
Criteria:
ETF Provider of the Year: The ETF Provider award is given to the most successful ETF issuer as determined by a combination of several elements, including flows and innovation. All ETF issuers who launched their US ETF before Jan.1 2025, are eligible for entry.
Alternative ETF of the Year: The Alternative ETF award is given to the most successful ETF providing exposure to non-traditional investments, such as real estate, commodities, and liquid alternatives. Success is determined by a combination of several factors, such as flows, fund objectives and innovation. ETFs launched before October. 1, 2025, are eligible for entry.
Sales Success of the Year - ETFs: The Sales Success – ETFs award is given to an individual fund or line of funds that, whether through performance, sales strategy, or a combination of both, achieved a dramatic increase or consistently high level of flows.
Selection Process: The judging process is designed to be rigorous and thorough to ensure all entries receive full consideration and that excellence in each of the categories is truly rewarded. A broad and independent panel of more than 20 industry names including leading allocators, ETF strategists, independent directors and consultants conduct a rigorous assessment of each category to ensure that only the most truly deserving firms are recognized.
Groups of judges are allocated categories, which are aligned to their specific market knowledge to avoid conflicts of interest. Each group of judges has no access to the submissions or results of categories they are not involved in judging.
Carefully consider the Fund’s investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses before investing. This and other information can be found in the Fund’s statutory and summary prospectuses, which may be obtained at AmplifyETFs.com. Read the prospectus carefully before investing.
Investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. 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 Fund. Brokerage commissions will reduce returns.
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The Morningstar Rating™ for funds, or “star rating”, is calculated for managed products (including mutual funds, variable annuity and variable life subaccounts, exchange-traded funds, closed-end funds, and separate accounts) with at least a three-year history. Exchange-traded funds and open-ended mutual funds are considered a single population for comparative purposes. It is calculated based on a Morningstar Risk-Adjusted Return measure that accounts for variation in a managed product’s monthly excess performance, placing more emphasis on downward variations and rewarding consistent performance. The Morningstar Rating does not include any adjustment for sales loads. The top 10% of products in each product category receive 5 stars, the next 22.5% receive 4 stars, the next 35% receive 3 stars, the next 22.5% receive 2 stars, and the bottom 10% receive 1 star. The Overall Morningstar Rating for a managed product is derived from a weighted average of the performance figures associated with its three-, five-, and 10-year (if applicable) Morningstar Rating metrics. The weights are: 100% three-year rating for 36-59 months of total returns, 60% five-year rating/40% three-year rating for 60-119 months of total returns, and 50% 10-year rating/30% five-year rating/20% three-year rating for 120 or more months of total returns. While the 10-year overall star rating formula seems to give the most weight to the 10-year period, the most recent three-year period actually has the greatest impact because it is included in all three rating periods. BLOK received 5 stars among 13 funds in the Equity Digital Assets category for the overall and 3-year periods ending 12/31/25.
Amplify ETFs are distributed by Foreside Fund Services, LLC.
FAQ**
How has the performance of the Amplify Transformational Data Sharing BLOK ETF influenced investor sentiment towards blockchain technologies as a whole in the ETF market?
In what ways does the Amplify Transformational Data Sharing BLOK ETF differentiate itself from other blockchain-focused ETFs launched since its inception?
Considering the impressive returns of the Amplify Transformational Data Sharing BLOK, how does Amplify ETFs plan to maintain its growth trajectory amid potential market volatility?
How does Amplify ETFs intend to leverage the recognition of Amplify Transformational Data Sharing BLOK during the With Intelligence Mutual Fund and ETF Awards to attract new investors?
**MWN-AI FAQ is based on asking OpenAI questions about Amplify Transformational Data Sharing (NYSE: BLOK).
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