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1 The intelligent alternative

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3 The intelligent alternative About ETF Securities ETF Securities The intelligent alternative ETF Securities was founded on the principle of being a specialist ETP provider. We are a proven innovator in commodities, beginning in 2003 as the developer of the world s first gold ETP.* As the needs of investors evolved, we responded by broadening our product offering across multiple asset classes to become the global influencer we are today. ETF Securities now offers over 360 ETPs that trade on nine exchanges on four continents. We re building upon that same history of growth and diversity in the U.S. market, relying on innovation and unique partnerships to enable investors to intelligently diversify their portfolios and seek superior risk-adjusted returns. *ETF Securities listed the world s first gold exchange-traded commodity in 2003

4 What makes us different? ETF Securities is one of the world s leading innovators of Exchange Traded Products (ETPs) and provides specialist investment solutions across multiple asset classes to investors around the world, enabling them to build and diversify their portfolios intelligently. Five key strengths underpin what we do every day. Intelligence Ideas Heritage Specialism Strength Built on expertise, from the analysis and insight we offer to the distinct solutions we provide. Identify compelling opportunities for investors, enabling them to build and diversify their portfolios intelligently. Launched the world s first gold ETP and many innovations have followed since, changing the face of investment. A leading ETP specialist, recognized for our expertise in designing, building and managing products. Offer product knowledge, global reach and the independence to collaborate with a strong network of leading third parties.

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6 Spanning the Globe Global asset management, a marketplace in transition Investors needs continue to evolve. Investors are faced with uncertain macroeconomic environments, technology advances and ongoing regulatory changes. In response, ETF Securities remains at the forefront of developing more intelligent solutions within the commodity ETP space for the last decade. We are taking this experience and applying it to new asset classes, regions and investor types. Globally, ETF Securities offers a suite of over 360 ETPs that trade on nine exchanges on four continents. ETF Securities (U.S.) was founded on the principles of being a specialist ETP provider and proven innovator in the commodity and equity space, seeking strategic partnerships to discover new investment opportunities.

7 LSE Euronext Deutsche Börse SIX Borsa Italiana The intelligent alternative Regional office Exchanges where our products are listed Jersey Headquarters ASX HKSE London NYSE Bolsa Mexicana New York Sydney Hong Kong ETFS (Europe) ETFS (U.S.) ANZ ETFS ETFS (HK) 350+ ETPs covering 10 ETPs covering Delta 1, 6 Delta 1 and smart 3 Delta 1 ETFs Delta 1, S&L and and smart beta beta ETFs smart beta ETFS LOIM 6 ETPs covering smart beta fixed income

8 What to expect from ETF Securities The global ETF (exchange traded fund) industry is expected to double to $6 trillion by 2020, propelled in large part by financial advisor growth and retirement account demand. ETFs in the U.S. the largest ETF market have experienced exponential growth in the last five years. For the first time ever, ETFs surpassed mutual funds in popularity, becoming the favorite investment vehicle for advisors in 2015.* We believe that the retail and institutional hunger for ETFs will continue, as will their rapid growth. Investors in the U.S. are demanding simple-tounderstand products to diversify their portfolios and mitigate volatility. ETF Securities aims to play a critical role in this evolution. From offering the only U.S. traded physicallybacked platinum and palladium ETPs to collaborating with a strong network of leading third parties to be the first to market with various equity strategies, ETF Securities has listened to U.S. investors and responded. Investors around the world trust ETF Securities to serve as their ETP provider. With our base now expanding in the U.S., we are poised to ride the momentum, bringing U.S. investors the accumulated insights, sound product management, and specialized service we have delivered globally for many years. * According to a national survey by the Journal of Financial Planning and the FPA Research and Practice Institute.

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10 The ETFS Silver Trust, ETFS Gold Trust, ETFS Platinum Trust, ETFS Palladium Trust, ETFS Precious Metals Basket Trust and the ETFS White Metals Basket Trust are not investment companies registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 or a commodity pool for purposes of the Commodity Exchange Act. Shares of the Trusts are not subject to the same regulatory requirements as mutual funds. These investments are not suitable for all investors. Trusts focusing on a single commodity generally experience greater volatility. Investors buy and sell shares on a secondary market (i.e., not directly from Trusts). Only market makers or authorized participants may trade directly with the Trusts, typically in blocks of 50k to 100k shares. There are risks associated with investing including possible loss of principal. Delta the ratio comparing the change in the price of the underlying asset to the corresponding change in the price of a derivative. Smart Beta defines a set of investment strategies that emphasize the use of alternative index construction rules to traditional market capitalization based indices. S&L Short and Leveraged Products. Leveraged Product/Security security whose daily return equals to a multiple (usually positive) of the underlying. Short Product/Security security with the daily return being an inverse of the daily return of the underlying. Fixed income an income from a pension or investment that is set at a particular figure and does not vary (as a dividend) or rise with the rate of inflation. This material must be accompanied or preceded by the prospectus. Carefully consider each Trust s investment objectives, risk factors, and fees and expenses before investing. Please visit etfsdocs/usprospectus.aspx to view the prospectus. The prospectus should be read carefully, before investing. ALPS Distributors, Inc. is the marketing agent for ETFS Silver Trust, ETFS Gold Trust, ETFS Platinum Trust, ETFS Palladium Trust, ETFS Precious Metals Basket Trust and the ETFS White Metals Basket Trust. ALPS Distributors, Inc. is the distributor for the ETFS Trust. ETF /31/16

11 Jersey ETF Securities Limited (ETF Securities Head Office) Ordnance House 31 Pier Road St. Helier JE4 8PW Channel Islands London ETF Securities (UK) Limited 3 Lombard Street London EC3V 9AA United Kingdom t +44 (0) f +44 (0) e infouk@etfsecurities.com New York ETF Securities (U.S.) LLC 48 Wall Street New York NY United States t f e infous@etfsecurities.com Sydney ETF Securities (Australia) Pty Limited Level 27, AMP Centre 50 Bridge Street Sydney NSW 2000 Australia t e infoau@etfsecurities.com Hong Kong ETF Securities (HK) Limited Level 13, Silver Fortune Plaza 1 Wellington Street, Central Hong Kong t f e infohk@etfsecurities.com