Beyond Bulls & Bears

Global ETF 2023 outlook: Playing defence and investing tactically
ETFs

Global ETF 2023 outlook: Playing defence and investing tactically

What’s ahead for exchange-traded funds (ETFs) globally in 2023? Jason Xavier, our Head of EMEA ETF Capital Markets, explains where he sees areas of growth and opportunity—including smart-beta ETFs, income-oriented strategies, and select emerging markets.

Bringing the Human Factor to Index Investing
Perspectives

Bringing the Human Factor to Index Investing

The emergence of risk-factor investing and the evolution of traditional indexes have opened up fresh opportunities to bring a human touch to what has traditionally been considered the passive exchange-traded fund space. Dr. Chandra Seethamraju, director of systematic modeling, Franklin Templeton Solutions, details what he sees as a “smart” approach to investing in these vehicles.