Hartford Multifactor Small Cap ETF Price & Performance (ROSC)

The Hartford Multifactor US Equity ETF (NYSEARCA:ROUS) has seen a surge in investor activity, with Steward Partners Investment Advisory LLC boosting its stake by 8.9% in Q4. Other institutional investors have also increased their positions, reflecting growing confidence in the fund's performance amidst a competitive ETF market.1

Steward Partners Investment Advisory LLC has reduced its stake in the Hartford Multifactor Developed Markets (ex-US) ETF (NYSEARCA:RODM) by 11.7% in Q4. Despite this, other institutional investors, such as JPMorgan Chase & Co., have significantly increased their holdings, showcasing mixed sentiment towards the international-focused ETF.2

The Hartford Multifactor Small Cap ETF (NYSEARCA:ROSC) is gaining attention for its ability to outperform traditional small-cap benchmarks like the Russell 2000. Its strategy of filtering speculative stocks has been a key factor in its success, though some analysts note a weakness in its sector diversification.3