The Sterling Capital Focus Equity ETF operates as an actively managed exchange-traded fund (ETF). Its primary objective is to surpass the performance of the Russell 1000 Growth Index by maintaining a concentrated portfolio of 15 to 30 individual stocks. The investment adviser utilizes a bottom-up fundamental research methodology, aiming to identify companies that, in their view, exhibit sustainable competitive advantages, clear opportunities for capital reinvestment, and robust, experienced management teams.