Fund launches last week continued in the ESG space and a number of ETF issuers slashed fees to keep ahead of their competition. And globally, thematic ETP assets crossed $394 billion and will likely to see more growth as ETF providers launch more niche thematic products.
The changing landscape of ETF distribution
The ETF Distribution model in the U.S. has irrevocably changed due to the pandemic. Going forward, you will see more hybrid, data-focused, and marketing driven sales, at least for those who want to remain relevant.
Global ETP assets cross new record
This February ended with record breaking assets of $8.3 trillion. History and fund launches seem to repeat themselves and as such, the trend of ESG and Bitcoin ETP product launches continue. For something completely different and to keep us on our toes, LeverageShares added 25 new single-stock inverse and leverage ETPs to its roster.
ETC Group lists first Ethereum ETP
First Trust has entered the ESG space with its recent launch of an actively managed global ESG ETF and cryptocurrency ETPs continue to dominate headlines with the launch of ETC Group’s first Ethereum ETP. Rumors are swirling that Aberdeen may enter the European ETF market after hiring a Head of ETF Sales strategy.
Active and Crypto ETFs top European investors’ wish list
The US continues to dominate headlines with new semi-transparent active ETF launches making us wonder if the release of BBH’s newest survey prompted European investors to want some of the action. Europe is certainly well ahead of the US on the crypto ETP front but when will non-transparent active be allowed? Not sure if we should hold our breath on that one.
Northern Trust finally breaks into European ETF space
Northern Trust is finally breaking into Europe’s fast expanding $1.3tn ETF market, marking the latest move by a big US competitor to tap into the growing shift among European investors into exchange traded products.
Global Bitcoin ETPs heat up
ETPs are the most popular way for European institutional investors and wealth managers to gain exposure to Bitcoin.
LGIM launches first hydrogen economy ETF
Legal & General Investment Management has expanded its thematic range with the launch of Europe’s first hydrogen economy ETF. The L&G Hydrogen Economy UCITS ETF (HTWO) is listed on the London Stock Exchange, Deutsche Boerse, Borsa Italiana and the SIX Swiss Exchange with a TER of 0.49%.
21Shares expands its Crypto range
The 21Shares Polkadot ETP (ADOT) is set to list on the SIX Swiss Exchange will track the price of polkadot, the third-largest cryptocurrency.
Can the U.S. catch up to Europe’s embrace of ESG?
Amundi launched a new Japanese equities ETF, the Amundi Index MSCI Japan SRI UCITS ETF DR – Hedged EUR (C), which provides exposure to large and medium-sized Japanese companies with an ESG focus. The ETF is listed on Xetra and Börse Frankfurt.
