Truist reports 5.60% stake in ALPS ETF

Truist Financial Corporation reports 5.60% beneficial ownership of an ALPS ETF Trust exchange traded fund, with sole dispositive but no voting power over the shares.

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Truist Financial Corporation (TFC), as parent holding company for Truist Advisory Services, Inc., reported its beneficial ownership of shares of an ALPS ETF Trust exchange traded fund on a Schedule 13G/A amendment. The filing reports beneficial ownership of 62,987 shares, representing 5.60% of the class as of August 31, 2026.

The reporting person has no voting power over these shares but holds sole dispositive power over 62,987 shares and no shared dispositive power. Truist Advisory Services, Inc. is identified as an affiliated registered investment adviser, and the filing is signed by Vice President Edward M. Kwiatkowski on September 4, 2026.

Key Figures

Shares beneficially owned: 62,987 shares Percent of class: 5.60% Sole voting power: 0 shares +3 more

6 metrics

Shares beneficially owned 62,987 shares Amount beneficially owned in an ALPS ETF Trust exchange traded fund as of August 31, 2026

Percent of class 5.60% Reported percentage of the ETF’s outstanding class held beneficially

Sole voting power 0 shares Shares over which Truist Financial Corporation can vote or direct the vote alone

Shared voting power 0 shares Shares over which voting power is shared

Sole dispositive power 62,987 shares Shares over which Truist Financial Corporation can dispose or direct disposition alone

Shared dispositive power 0 shares Shares over which dispositive power is shared

Key Terms

beneficially owned, dispositive power, Schedule 13G/A, Exchange Traded Fund, +1 more

5 terms

beneficially owned financial

"Amount beneficially owned: 62987"

Beneficially owned describes securities or assets where a person has the economic rights and control—such as the right to receive dividends and to direct voting—even if legal title is held in another name. Think of it like having the keys and using a car that’s registered to someone else: you get the benefits and make decisions. Investors care because beneficial ownership reveals who truly controls value and voting power, affecting corporate decisions and takeover dynamics.

dispositive power financial

"Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 62987"

Dispositive power is the authority to decide the final outcome of an asset, legal claim, contract, or corporate action — in effect the power to dispose of or resolve something. For investors it matters because whoever holds that authority can determine who gets paid, who controls an asset or vote, and how risks and returns are allocated; think of it like holding the key that lets you lock in the winner or loser in a deal.

Schedule 13G/A regulatory

"(Amendment No. 5 ) ALPS ETF Trust"

A Schedule 13G/A is an amended public filing with the U.S. securities regulator that updates a previous Schedule 13G, disclosing when an individual or group holds a substantial (typically over 5%) stake in a company and is claiming a passive, non‑controlling intent. Investors monitor these updates because rising or falling holdings can signal changing confidence, potential future moves, or shifts in voting power — like watching a public ledger where large shareholders quietly adjust their positions.

Exchange Traded Fund financial

"Title of class of securities: Exchange Traded Fund"

A pooled investment that trades on a stock exchange like a single share, giving investors instant exposure to a basket of assets such as stocks, bonds, or commodities. It matters because ETFs let investors buy or sell a diversified slice of the market quickly and usually at low cost — like buying a pre-built portfolio instead of picking individual stocks — which can lower risk and simplify trading strategies.

Registered Investment Advisor financial

"Truist Advisory Services, Inc. an affiliated Registered Investment Advisor"

A registered investment advisor is a professional or firm that provides financial advice and manages investments for clients, operating under regulations that require them to act in their clients' best interests. This designation helps investors identify trustworthy advisors who are legally committed to providing transparent and fair guidance, much like a licensed doctor is bound to prioritize patient well-being.

FAQ

What stake in ALPS ETF Trust does Truist Financial Corporation (TFC) report on this Schedule 13G/A?

Truist Financial Corporation reports beneficial ownership of 62,987 shares of an ALPS ETF Trust exchange traded fund, representing 5.60% of the class as of August 31, 2026.

Does Truist Financial Corporation (TFC) have voting power over the ALPS ETF Trust shares?

The filing states that Truist Financial Corporation has no sole or shared voting power over the ALPS ETF Trust shares; both sole and shared voting power are reported as 0 shares.

What dispositive power over ALPS ETF Trust shares is reported by Truist Financial Corporation (TFC)?

Truist Financial Corporation reports sole dispositive power over 62,987 shares of the ALPS ETF Trust exchange traded fund and no shared dispositive power over any shares.

Who is identified as the affiliated adviser in Truist Financial Corporation’s (TFC) Schedule 13G/A?

The filing identifies Truist Advisory Services, Inc. as an affiliated Registered Investment Advisor, with Truist Financial Corporation filing as the parent holding company.

When was this Schedule 13G/A for Truist Financial Corporation (TFC) signed and by whom?

The Schedule 13G/A was signed on September 4, 2026 by Edward M. Kwiatkowski, who is identified in the filing as a Vice President.

What class of securities of ALPS ETF Trust is covered in Truist Financial Corporation’s (TFC) filing?

The filing states that the securities are an Exchange Traded Fund of ALPS ETF Trust, with the CUSIP number 00162Q528.

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Available on EDGAR 09/04/2026 - 09:08 AM Accepted by SEC EDGAR 09/04/2026 - 09:07 AM Learn about SEC filing dates

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

SCHEDULE 13G

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

(Amendment No. 5)

ALPS ETF Trust

(Name of Issuer)

Exchange Traded Fund

(Title of Class of Securities)

00162Q528

(CUSIP Number)

08/31/2026

(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement)

Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed:

Rule 13d-1(b)

Rule 13d-1(c)

Rule 13d-1(d)

schemaVersion:

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP Number(s): 00162Q528

1

Names of Reporting Persons

TRUIST FINANCIAL CORP

2

Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)

(a)
(b)

3

Sec Use Only

4

Citizenship or Place of Organization

NORTH CAROLINA

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 0.00
6	Shared Voting Power 0.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 62,987.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 0.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

62,987.00

10

Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)

11

Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)

5.6 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

IA, HC

SCHEDULE 13G

Item 1.
(a)	Name of issuer: ALPS ETF Trust
(b)	Address of issuer's principal executive offices: P.O. Box 328, P.O. Box 328, Denver, COLORADO, 80201-0328.
Item 2.
(a)	Name of person filing: Truist Financial Corporation as Parent Holding Company for Truist Advisory Services, Inc. an affiliated Registered Investment Advisor
(b)	Address or principal business office or, if none, residence: 214 North Tryon Street Charlotte, NC 28202
(c)	Citizenship: Truist Financial Corporation is a North Carolina Corporation; Truist Advisory Services, Inc. is a Delaware Corporation
(d)	Title of class of securities: Exchange Traded Fund
(e)	CUSIP No.: 00162Q528
Item 3.	If this statement is filed pursuant to §§ 240.13d-1(b) or 240.13d-2(b) or (c), check whether the person filing is a:
(a)	Broker or dealer registered under section 15 of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78o);
(b)	Bank as defined in section 3(a)(6) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(c)	Insurance company as defined in section 3(a)(19) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(d)	Investment company registered under section 8 of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-8);
(e)	An investment adviser in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(E);
(f)	An employee benefit plan or endowment fund in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(F);
(g)	A parent holding company or control person in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(G);
(h)	A savings associations as defined in Section 3(b) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (12 U.S.C. 1813);
(i)	A church plan that is excluded from the definition of an investment company under section 3(c)(14) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-3);
(j)	A non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J). If filing as a non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J), please specify the type of institution:
(k)	Group, in accordance with Rule 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(K).
Item 4.	Ownership
(a)	Amount beneficially owned: 62987
(b)	Percent of class: 5.60 %
(c)	Number of shares as to which the person has:
	(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote: 0
	(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote: 0
	(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 62987
	(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 0
Item 5.	Ownership of 5 Percent or Less of a Class.
	Not Applicable
Item 6.	Ownership of more than 5 Percent on Behalf of Another Person.
	Not Applicable
Item 7.	Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company or Control Person.
	Not Applicable
Item 8.	Identification and Classification of Members of the Group.
	Not Applicable
Item 9.	Notice of Dissolution of Group.
	Not Applicable

Item 10.

Certifications:

By signing below I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the securities referred to above were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and were not acquired and are not held for the purpose of or with the effect of changing or influencing the control of the issuer of the securities and were not acquired and are not held in connection with or as a participant in any transaction having that purpose or effect, other than activities solely in connection with a nomination under § 240.14a-11.

SIGNATURE

After reasonable inquiry and to the best of my knowledge and belief, I certify that the information set forth in this statement is true, complete and correct.

TRUIST FINANCIAL CORP

Signature:	Edward M. Kwiatkowski
Name/Title:	Vice President
Date:	09/04/2026