USCF Will Liquidate Five Exchange-Traded Funds
Shareholders will receive cash proceeds at the net asset value as the funds close through late 2026.
Updated on Oct. 10, 2026 in Investing
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The USCF ETF Trust board has voted to liquidate five distinct exchange-traded funds. Investors holding these assets will receive cash distributions at their net asset value on specified liquidation dates.
Why it matters
The closure of these funds requires shareholders to account for the incoming cash distributions and adjust their portfolios accordingly. These liquidations mark a change in the available investment lineup for those currently holding these products.
Five exchange-traded funds are scheduled for closure and liquidation. Shareholders will be paid out based on the net asset value of their holdings on the final liquidation dates.
The players
USCF ETF Trust
An investment firm based in Walnut Creek, California, that provides specialized exchange-traded products.
NYSE Arca
The national stock exchange where these investment products were traded.
The details
The liquidation process begins with the cessation of creation orders for each fund. Once creation orders halt, trading for the affected ETFs will stop before the next market open. Following this, the fund will sell its underlying assets to calculate the final net asset value, with proceeds distributed to remaining shareholders on the scheduled liquidation dates.
Timeline
October 19, 2026: ZSB closes to creation orders.
October 27, 2026: ZSB liquidates assets and distributes proceeds.
November 5, 2026: WTIB and USE close to creation orders.
November 13, 2026: WTIB and USE liquidate assets and distribute proceeds.
December 11, 2026: UDI liquidates assets and distributes proceeds.
Money Landscape
The closure of these five ETFs follows the standard regulatory dissolution processes mandated under the Investment Company Act of 1940. This move represents a routine lifecycle conclusion for investment products that no longer align with the firm's strategic offerings.
If you hold any of these five funds, watch for the specific distribution date for your holding to track when your cash will be returned. Consult with a qualified financial professional to determine how to reinvest those proceeds in line with your long-term goals.
The takeaway
The liquidation of these funds will return the net asset value of your holdings in cash directly to your account. Monitor your brokerage statements closely near the designated liquidation dates to confirm the receipt of these funds and discuss your next investment steps with an advisor.
Further reading
For more on navigating shifts in your portfolio, see our guide to Investing.
More information
For official details on the closure process, visit the USCF investments website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KULR-8 Local News.
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