Etf daily news
Here are some recent ETF (Exchange-Traded Fund) news and updates:
Top Stories
- Invesco to Launch New ETFs: Invesco, a global investment management company, has announced the launch of two new ETFs: the Invesco S&P 500 High Dividend Low Volatility ETF (SPHD) and the Invesco S&P 500 Low Volatility ETF (ESML).
- Vanguard to Launch New International ETF: Vanguard, a leading ETF provider, has announced the launch of the Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ex-US ETF (VEA), which will track the FTSE Developed All Cap ex US Index.
- BlackRock to Launch New Factor-Based ETFs: BlackRock, the largest ETF provider, has announced the launch of two new factor-based ETFs: the iShares Edge MSCI USA Momentum Factor ETF (MTUM) and the iShares Edge MSCI USA Value Factor ETF (VLUE).
Market Trends
- Global ETF Assets Reach Record High: Global ETF assets have reached a record high of $6.4 trillion, according to a report by ETFGI, a leading ETF research firm.
- US ETFs See Record Inflows: US ETFs saw record inflows of $43.4 billion in January, according to a report by the Investment Company Institute (ICI).
- Emerging Markets ETFs See Strong Inflows: Emerging markets ETFs saw strong inflows of $2.4 billion in January, according to a report by ETFGI.
New ETF Launches
- Invesco S&P 500 High Dividend Low Volatility ETF (SPHD): This ETF tracks the S&P 500 High Dividend Low Volatility Index, which is designed to provide exposure to high-dividend stocks with low volatility.
- Invesco S&P 500 Low Volatility ETF (ESML): This ETF tracks the S&P 500 Low Volatility Index, which is designed to provide exposure to low-volatility stocks.
- Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ex-US ETF (VEA): This ETF tracks the FTSE Developed All Cap ex US Index, which is designed to provide exposure to developed markets outside of the US.
- iShares Edge MSCI USA Momentum Factor ETF (MTUM): This ETF tracks the MSCI USA Momentum Index, which is designed to provide exposure to stocks with strong momentum.
- iShares Edge MSCI USA Value Factor ETF (VLUE): This ETF tracks the MSCI USA Value Index, which is designed to provide exposure to undervalued stocks.
Regulatory Updates
- SEC Proposes New ETF Disclosure Rules: The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has proposed new rules requiring ETFs to disclose more information about their holdings and trading practices.
- European ETFs Face New Regulatory Challenges: European ETFs are facing new regulatory challenges, including the introduction of a new EU-wide regulatory framework for ETFs.
Industry Insights
- ETFs Continue to Gain Popularity: ETFs continue to gain popularity among investors, with assets under management (AUM) reaching a record high.
- Active ETFs Gain Traction: Active ETFs, which are designed to beat the market, are gaining traction among investors, with AUM reaching $100 billion.
- ESG ETFs on the Rise: ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) ETFs, which are designed to invest in companies with strong ESG practices, are on the rise, with AUM reaching $20 billion.