After seeking input from advisers on a new ETF lineup, BlackRock wants more so it plans to build an RIA advisory council.
Index fund pioneer Vanguard is loudly trumpeting the value of active management. Just one question: Are we missing something here?
Alternative ETF strategies beginning to emerge.
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An ETF that deviates too far from its underlying index may have a management problem
As ETFs gain recognition, they're trying to cut better deals with index providers
Labor Department disclosures encourage more consideration of "cheap' ETFs in plans
View this interactive timeline of events to see how ETFs began and where they are now.
Accounts have seen white-hot growth in past few years; cheaper asset allocation
Will offer twice as many commission-free program with iShares
Some say "easy sell' is just clever marketing
Expected lower expense ratios would give stock pickers a leg up on index funds
Exchange-traded funds' liquidity could be a double-edged sword
