ETFs

Understanding So-called ‘Spot Bitcoin ETFs’

These securities scored a victory with the SEC in January, but are sort of imposters in the ETF world. (By Herb Blank)

Leveraged ETFs Bet on Mega-Cap Tech Stocks

Asset management companies are rushing to offer investors still more ways to play the boom in U.S. mega-cap technology stocks.

The Rush to AI-Themed ETFs

The fervor around artificial intelligence has sparked a gold rush into AI-themed ETFs, as investors seek fresh ways to play the burgeoning technology

Bitcoin’s Stunning Comeback

The industry’s fortunes started improving in August, when a federal appeals court paved the way for companies to offer ETFs tied to bitcoin.

The SEC’s Problem with Crypto ETFs

Asset managers are lining up to list a second wave of crypto ETFs, but SEC Chair Gary Gensler remains a crypto critic.

Did ETF Investors Profit from Hamas Attack?

A U.S. professor stands by his research showing there was a spike in short selling of an Israel ETF leading up to the attacks. The Tel Aviv exchange says the research is inaccurate.

Flurry of ETFs Come to Market

Large asset managers that have been slow to cash in on investor demand for ETFs are now trying to grab a slice of the market.

Is Investing in Climate Change Worth It?

It'll be a 'bumpy ride’ but the economic tailwinds are compelling, says the co-founder of a climate-focused investing platform. ‘It’s going to be a bumpy ride’ but the economic tailwinds are compelling, says the co-founder of a climate-focused investing platform.

Investors Saved $9.8b in Fund Fees in 2022: Morningstar

The real winners may be financial advisors, as asset managers strip out advice services to reduce fund fees.

Bank Stocks and ETFs – Time to Buy?

The momentum against banks shows signs of settling and no longer resembles a falling knife, says our contributor.

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Stress Is Mounting for Working Women: Deloitte

Burnout is being fueled by inflexible return-to-office mandates coupled with lack of support in the office and at home.

Raymond James Welcomes Tampa, Fla., Financial Advisor With $125M

Sloane Fox and her practice, Sloane Financial Planning in Tampa, Fla., previously were affiliated with Merrill Lynch.

U.S. Annuity Sales Hit First Quarter Record of $113.5B, up 21%

Fixed-rate deferred annuities dominated in the first quarter with $48 billion in sales, 42% of the total annuity market.

Business Groups Sue FTC to Stop Noncompete Ban

The suit called the ban “a vast overhaul of the national economy, and applies to a host of contracts that could not harm competition in any way.”

FTC Issues Ban on Worker Noncompete Clauses

The Federal Trade Commission says employers can no longer, in most cases, stop their employees from going to work for rival companies.

Inspire Investing’s newest faith-based ETF surpasses $100M AUM in 11 days

The new Inspire 500 ETF offers access to U.S. large cap, “biblically screened companies” at the lowest price point available.

Biden Rule Grants Overtime Pay to 4 Million Workers

The new Biden rule goes even further to extend overtime pay than an Obama-era rule that was struck down in court.