Active-Passive Model Strategies

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Russell Investments Active-Passive Model Strategies blend active management with efficient passive exposures shaped by 40 years of model portfolio experience.

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Why ACTIVE-PASSIVE MODEL STRATEGIES?

The next evolution of active-passive portfolio construction

It doesn't have to be an either-or decision. When thoughtfully combined, active and passive investing approaches can complement each other in helping investors meet their financial goals.

Here are three reasons to consider Russell Investments Active-Passive Model Strategies:

Multi-manager approach

Over 50 years researching managers.

A research-driven force of active and passive

Active investing to boost return potential.

Disciplined ongoing management

Designed with the goal of delivering successful outcomes for investors.

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Fund objectives, risks, charges and expenses should be carefully considered before investing. A summary prospectus, if available, or a prospectus containing this and other important information can be obtained by calling 800-787-7354 or by visiting https://russellinvestments.com. Please read a prospectus carefully before investing.

Mutual Fund and ETF investing involves risks, principal loss is possible.

Please remember that all investments carry some level of risk, including the potential loss of principal invested. They do not typically grow at an even rate of return and may experience negative growth. As with any type of portfolio structuring, attempting to reduce risk and increase return could, at certain times, unintentionally reduce returns.

Model Strategies are exposed to the specific risks of the funds directly proportionate to their fund allocation. The funds comprising the strategies and the allocations to those funds have changed over time and may change in the future.

ETF shares are not individually redeemable and are issued and redeemed by the Fund at their net asset value (“NAV”) only in large, specified blocks of shares called creation units. Shares otherwise can be bought and sold only in the secondary market at market price (not NAV). Shares may trade at a premium or discount to their NAV in the secondary market. Brokerage commissions will reduce returns.

Unlike passively managed ETFs, actively managed ETFs do not attempt to track or replicate an index. The Fund’s investment decisions are made at the discretion of its portfolio managers, and there is no guarantee that the strategies used will be successful. The Fund may underperform other funds with similar investment objectives, including those that track an index.

Diversification and strategic asset allocation do not assure profit or protect against loss in declining markets.

Investments that are allocated across multiple types of securities may be exposed to a variety of risks based on the asset classes, investment styles, market sectors, and size of companies preferred by the investment managers. Investors should consider how the combined risks impact their total investment portfolio and understand that different risks can lead to varying financial consequences, including loss of principal. Please see a prospectus for further details.

Small capitalization (small cap) investments involve stocks of companies with smaller levels of market capitalization (generally less than $2 billion) than larger company stocks (large cap). Small cap investments are subject to considerable price fluctuations and are more volatile than large cap stocks. Investors should consider the additional risks involved in small cap investments.

International markets can involve risks of currency fluctuation, political and economic instability, different accounting standards and foreign taxation. Emerging or frontier markets involve exposure to economic structures that are generally less diverse and mature. The less developed the market, the riskier the security. Such securities may be less liquid and more volatile. Investments in global equity may be significantly affected by political or economic conditions and regulatory requirements in a particular country.

Alternative strategies may be subject to risks related to equity securities; fixed income securities; non-U.S. and emerging markets securities; currency trading, which may involve instruments that have volatile prices, are illiquid or create economic leverage; commodity investments; illiquid securities; and derivatives including futures, options, forwards and swaps.

Specific sector investing such as real estate can be subject to different and greater risks than more diversified investments. Declines in the value of real estate, economic conditions, property taxes, tax laws and interest rates all present potential risks to real estate investments. Investments in infrastructure-related companies have greater exposure to the potential adverse economic, regulatory, political and other changes affecting such entities.

Investment in infrastructure related companies are subject to various risks including governmental regulations, high interest costs associated with capital construction programs, costs associated with compliance and changes in environmental regulation, economic slowdown and surplus capacity, competition from other providers of services and other factors.

Certain underlying Funds within the model strategies may invest in derivatives, including futures, options, forwards and swaps. Investments in derivatives may cause the Fund’s losses to be greater than if it invests only in conventional securities and can cause the Fund to be more volatile. Derivatives involve risks different from, or possibly greater than, the risks associated with other investments. The Fund’s use of derivatives may cause the Fund’s investment returns to be impacted by the performance of securities the Fund does not own and result in the Fund’s total investment exposure exceeding the value of its portfolio.

Bond investors should carefully consider risks such as interest rate, credit, default and duration risks. An increase in volatility and default risk are inherent in portfolios that invest in high yield (“junk”) bonds or mortgagebacked securities, with exposure to sub-prime mortgages. Generally, when interest rates rise, prices of fixed income securities fall.

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Effective October 1, 2025, the U.S. Small Cap Equity Active ETF was renamed the Russell Investments U.S. Small Cap Equity ETF; the Global Equity Active ETF was renamed the Russell Investments Global Equity ETF; the International Developed Equity Active ETF was renamed the Russell Investments International Developed Equity ETF; the Emerging Markets Equity Active ETF was renamed the Russell Investments Emerging Markets Equity ETF; and the Global Infrastructure Active ETF was renamed the Russell Investments Global Infrastructure ETF.

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