ProShares Eyes New Fees and Shares in SEC Request
Published Date: 1/26/2026
Notice
Summary
ProShares Private Equity Access Fund and ProShare Advisors want permission to offer different types of shares with special fees and early withdrawal charges. This change affects investors who might see new fee options and share classes starting soon. If you want to speak up, you have until February 17, 2026, to request a hearing with the SEC.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 2 costs, 1 mixed.
Fund seeks to impose asset-based distribution/service fees
The applicants request authority to impose asset-based distribution and/or service fees on shareholders of the closed-end fund. If the SEC grants the order, investors could see fees charged based on the assets they hold in the fund.
Early withdrawal charges may be applied
The fund has applied for permission to impose early withdrawal charges on shareholders. If approved, redeeming or selling shares before a specified time could trigger additional charges for investors.
Closed-end funds may offer multiple share classes
The ProShares Private Equity Access Fund has applied for permission to issue multiple classes of shares. If approved, investors in this closed-end fund may see new share classes made available that can carry different terms or fee structures.
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