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Global bond ETF AUM passes $2 trillion milestone, doubling in just 4 years
MUTUAL FUNDS JUL 18, 2023
Global bond ETF AUM passes $2 trillion milestone, doubling in just 4 years

Exponential growth has propelled and transformed the market says BlackRock.

By Steve Randall
Young people far more likely to invest in ETFs than over 55s, says Invesco
MUTUAL FUNDS JUL 18, 2023
Young people far more likely to invest in ETFs than over 55s, says Invesco

Survey of retail investors also reveals why some private investors do not hold ETFs in their portfolios.

By Steve Randall
BlackRock bringing proxy-voting choice to retail investors in its largest ETF
ETFS JUL 17, 2023
BlackRock bringing proxy-voting choice to retail investors in its largest ETF

More than three million shareholder accounts in BlackRock's iShares Core S&P 500 ETF will be able to vote.

By Ryan W. Neal
Stifel advisor facing $23.5 million in investor claims over structured notes
ALTERNATIVES JUL 17, 2023
Stifel advisor facing $23.5 million in investor claims over structured notes

The Miami Beach, Florida-based advisor, Chuck Roberts, is a 33-year industry veteran and has worked at Stifel since 2016.

By Bruce Kelly
401(k)s need private equity and real estate, study says
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 17, 2023
401(k)s need private equity and real estate, study says

If plans can address liquidity and valuation concerns, they could benefit from higher returns, Georgetown CRI found.

By Emile Hallez
Potential economic storms prompt investors to leave Cathie Wood's ARK
MUTUAL FUNDS JUL 17, 2023
Potential economic storms prompt investors to leave Cathie Wood's ARK

Economic uncertainty means investors want to see profits, but is the seasoned investor concerned about outflows despite her funds' rally?

By Steve Randall
US venture capital funding slumped 49% in 2023
ALTERNATIVES JUL 17, 2023
US venture capital funding slumped 49% in 2023

Activity was down sharply in the first half of 2023 compared to the same time last year.

By Steve Randall
Alternative fund managers says regulation is their biggest concern right now
ALTERNATIVES JUL 17, 2023
Alternative fund managers says regulation is their biggest concern right now

International research also found that reporting and liquidity are challenges for the industry’s successful fundraising.

By Steve Randall
Are we set for a bonds bonanza?
ETFS JUL 14, 2023
Are we set for a bonds bonanza?

BlackRock hails once-in-a-generation opportunity as advisor urges investors not to forget long-term goals.

By Emile Hallez
Advisors pulled out of equities, increased exposure to alts in 2022
ALTERNATIVES JUL 14, 2023
Advisors pulled out of equities, increased exposure to alts in 2022

Just because alts have been democratized doesn’t mean they're a fit for everyone, advisor warns.

By Ryan W. Neal
DFA request for ETF share classes marks tipping point for legacy fund companies
RIA NEWS JUL 14, 2023
DFA request for ETF share classes marks tipping point for legacy fund companies

The $614 billion asset manager is applying a full-court press to take advantage of an expired Vanguard patent.

By Jeff Benjamin
Gensler's SEC crypto clampdown hits legal speed bump
ALTERNATIVES JUL 14, 2023
Gensler's SEC crypto clampdown hits legal speed bump

A U.S. District Court judge pushes back against the SEC's attempt to regulate Ripple XRP token.

By Matthew Sellers
Former Celsius CEO charged with fraud in latest DOJ crypto case
ALTERNATIVES JUL 13, 2023
Former Celsius CEO charged with fraud in latest DOJ crypto case

The SEC, the CFTC and the FTC also filed lawsuits against Alex Mashinsky and his crypto lending company.

By Bloomberg
Asset managers want to expand their advisor channels and offer more resources
MUTUAL FUNDS JUL 13, 2023
Asset managers want to expand their advisor channels and offer more resources

Independent and hybrid RIAs are in focus as managers look to broaden their product distribution

By Steve Randall
Why hasn't bitcoin caught a wave as markets surge?
ALTERNATIVES JUL 13, 2023
Why hasn't bitcoin caught a wave as markets surge?

Concern expressed over the crypto flag bearer's outlook.

By Bloomberg
Financial advisors expect latest inflation data to cool Fed's jets
RIA NEWS JUL 12, 2023
Financial advisors expect latest inflation data to cool Fed's jets

With inflation at its lowest level since March 2021, advisors are hoping the Fed can stop raising interest rates.

By Jeff Benjamin
SEC overhauls money-market fund rules to thwart rapid outflows
MUTUAL FUNDS JUL 12, 2023
SEC overhauls money-market fund rules to thwart rapid outflows

The regulator won't require 'swing pricing' for money funds after fierce pushback from the industry.

By Bloomberg
New ETF offers exposure to global music industry, but will advisors rock out?
MUTUAL FUNDS JUL 12, 2023
New ETF offers exposure to global music industry, but will advisors rock out?

The exchange-traded fund offers exposure to the entire music industry, including streaming services, content and distribution, live events and ticketing, and music equipment and technology.

By Ryan W. Neal
Hedge funds reconsider crypto amid US regulatory concerns
ALTERNATIVES JUL 12, 2023
Hedge funds reconsider crypto amid US regulatory concerns

However, fund managers are generally optimistic and intend to maintain or increase exposure.

By Steve Randall
Money market funds to avoid new 'swing pricing' rules
MUTUAL FUNDS JUL 12, 2023
Money market funds to avoid new 'swing pricing' rules

The SEC is due to finalize its rules Wednesday with Wall Street now expecting a victory on a key component.

By Bloomberg