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Yorkville Moves to Acquire MAGA ETF

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Yorkville America Equities plans to acquire the Point Bridge America First ETF as part of its expanding portfolio aligned with an “America First” investment strategy.

The proposed acquisition has received approval from trustees connected to Truth Social-branded exchange traded funds and follows a recent agreement to acquire another similarly themed fund.

The move is expected to strengthen Yorkville’s ETF lineup by integrating an established fund with an existing investor base.

Once completed, the acquisitions will significantly increase the total assets linked to the Truth Social ETF franchise, which currently manages under $50 million.

The transactions are anticipated to close in the second quarter of 2026.

Etsy Shares Rise After Depop Sale

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Etsy shares climbed following the announcement that the company will sell its fashion resale platform Depop to eBay for nearly $1.2 billion.

The move is expected to help Etsy refocus on its core marketplace for handmade and vintage goods as it works toward improving profitability under new leadership.

Despite weaker quarterly performance and softer demand linked to cautious consumer spending, investors responded positively to the divestiture. Analysts noted that Depop had lower profitability compared to Etsy’s main platform, making the sale a strategic step to strengthen margins.

Etsy reported fourth-quarter revenue slightly below expectations, while gross merchandise sales on its primary marketplace declined marginally.

Looking ahead, the company projects modest growth in 2026, supported by marketing initiatives and operational adjustments.

The Depop transaction is expected to close in the second quarter of 2026.

Figma Gains on AI-Driven Growth Outlook

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Figma shares climbed sharply after the company issued strong revenue forecasts and outlined its expanding use of artificial intelligence within its design platform.

The software provider projected 2026 revenue between $1.36 billion and $1.37 billion, exceeding analyst expectations. Investor optimism was also supported by Figma’s strategy to deepen AI integration across its creative workflow tools.

The platform, widely used by enterprises and independent designers, enables users to move from concept development to deployment within a single environment.

To strengthen its competitive position, Figma is adopting a hybrid monetization model starting in March. This approach will include selling AI credits to users who exceed built-in usage limits, allowing the company to capture additional value from high-demand features.

While the AI push is expected to enhance growth, increased investment in technology and operations may place pressure on margins in the near term.

If current momentum continues, Figma’s market value could rise significantly.