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Launch of Non-Transparent ETFs Imminent… Will They Matter?

Nate Geraci February 18, 2020

ETF.com’s Drew Voros discusses the imminent launch of the first non-transparent ETFs. Northern Trust’s Michael Natale describes the role of real assets in a portfolio and highlights FlexShares ETFs covering natural resources, infrastructure, and real estate. AlphaClone’s Maz Jadallah explains their Alternative Alpha ETF (ALFA), which seeks to mimic top stock picks from the best hedge fund managers.

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SPDR’s Matt Bartolini on “Mini-SPY”, SDY, & Active Mutual Funds

Nate Geraci February 11, 2020

Matt Bartolini, Head of SPDR Americas Research, explains State Street’s move to offer a second S&P 500 ETF. Matt also discusses the recent uproar surrounding the SPDR S&P Dividend ETF and the challenges facing active mutual funds. ETF.com’s Drew Voros talks coronavirus and bond ETF flows. Liquid Strategies’ Brad Ball highlights the Overlay Shares lineup of ETFs.

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ETF Flows, Launches, & Fee Wars

Nate Geraci February 4, 2020

ETF.com’s Drew Voros highlights January ETF flows and offers perspective on the slower pace of ETF launches. FactSet’s Elisabeth Kashner recaps Inside ETFs and goes in-depth on the ETF fee landscape. Brandometry’s Tony Wenzel explains the index underlying the Brand Value ETF (BVAL).

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Recapping Inside ETFs 2020

Nate Geraci January 30, 2020

ETF.com’s Drew Voros and Lara Crigger sit down with Nate Geraci beachside to recap the world’s largest ETF conference.

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BlackRock Raising Bar on ESG Investing?

Nate Geraci January 21, 2020

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink recently signed two letters outlining how the company intends to help combat climate change. ETF.com’s Lara Crigger explains why this latest initiative feels different than past promises. Charles Schwab’s D.J. Tierney discusses their move to commission-free trading, recent ETF launches, and the ongoing ETF fee war. Fundamental Income’s Alexi Panagiotakopoulos spotlights the NETLease Corporate Real Estate ETF (NETL).

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