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Midterms’ consequences for ESG
Regulators will press on with their climate agendas, as will anti-ESG politicians.
ETF strategy that avoids noise of open markets will arouse adviser curiosity
NightShares bets on the serene sophistication of markets that are closed to beat the indexes by sitting out the action during the day.
Liquid alts funds see inflows while mutual funds see record outflows
With the old-school mutual fund wrapper continuing to suffer during the down-market cycle, alternative strategies represent a lone bright spot.
Market sell-off puts mutual funds on track for $1 trillion of outflows in 2022
The appeal of the old-school fund wrapper is taking a big hit as investors and advisers move to the sidelines.
Schwab responds to investor activism by giving fund shareholders more say in proxy voting
Pilot program marks the first time mutual fund and ETF investors have been asked their opinions on proxy matters.
Joe Biden lights up marijuana stocks
The presidential pardon for those with marijuana convictions was interpreted as a step toward federal decriminalization and sparked a rally in funds offering exposure to cannabis companies.
New ETFs would package best, worst of Jim Cramer’s stock picks
Tuttle Capital Management is seeking SEC approval to launch two active ETFs populated with the 'Mad Money' host's favorite stocks.
ESG investments move a step closer to strict definitions and certification
Fintech firms are joining forces to help investors avoid the pitfalls of greenwashing.
Hennessy to add ESG ETF from Stance Capital
The $40 million fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in stocks of large cap companies that meet ESG criteria determined by the portfolio managers.
BlackRock plans crypto ETF that tracks firms with exposure to metaverse
The fund might include firms that have products or services tied to virtual platforms, social media, gaming, digital assets and augmented reality.
With ETFs becoming the darling of investors of all ages, direct indexing looks for opening
New Schwab research shows the growing appeal of exchange-traded funds, while raising questions about whether investors are open to direct indexing.
Schwab to launch Schwab Municipal Bond ETF with ultra-low fee
The new fund will have an expense ratio of just 0.03%. That’s lower than even The Vanguard Group’s $17 billion muni ETF, which charges 0.05%.
New ETF centers on carbon trading futures
The Carbon Strategy ETF, which is listed on NYSE Arca, will hold futures contracts on carbon allowances in emissions trading systems in Europe and North America.
Single-stock ETFs take the field but many yellow flags are falling
Regulators, analysts and financial advisers worry the easy access to enhanced performance will hurt unsophisticated investors.
As rate hikes slow mortgage refinancing, ETF rides to a 27% gain since January
The FolioBeyond Rising Rates ETF, which launched in October, is gaining appeal for advisers as it nears the $100 million mark.
Massachusetts securities chief goes after single-stock ETFs
William Galvin announced a 'sweep' of firms offering the new ETFs, which he compared to gambling at a casino.
Vanguard offering passive ESG funds that exclude controversial industries
The investing giant will offer two ETFs tied to indexes that track large corporates and small- to medium-sized businesses in both Europe and the US.
Anti-ESG movement spawns new fund in battle against industry giants
Fledgling ETF provider Strive Asset Management hopes to compete with BlackRock, Vanguard and State Street for proxy voting power.
Single-stock ETF craze leads to single Treasury bond exposure
The new US Benchmark Series from F/m Investments offers traders exposure to three different government bonds.
Covid-themed ETF shifts focus to monkeypox
As the White House declares monkeypox a national health emergency, ETFMG tweaks its marketing without adjusting the portfolio.
