Blackrock
BlackRock launches sustainable ETF
US funds giant BlackRock has launched a sustainable bond exchange-traded fund (ETF) in response to growing demand for investments that incorporate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors.
Alternatives | 4 Jan 16
BlackRock iShares see $130bn of inflows as ETF industry hits record
US funds giant BlackRock said its iShares business had seen $130bn of new inflows during 2015 as strong retail and institutional demand drove the global exchange traded funds (ETFs) to post a record annual increase of $347bn.
Investment | 12 Nov 15
Fund groups warn of ‘ticking timebomb’ set for 2035
Outcome-based solutions – whether using building blocks or off-the-shelf – are the solution to the ‘ticking timebomb’ of longevity risk, a panel of fund groups leaders have agreed.
Investment | 13 Oct 15
International life co’s turn attention to investment education
Helping IFAs choose between the vast number of ‘me-too’ multi-manager propositions is a key area of differentiation for international life companies.
Investment | 6 Oct 15
How European equities have moved from ‘stretched’ to ‘good value’ during 2015
European equities started the year stretched before moving into and out of the market sell-off in August. So how do they stand now, both relatively and absolutely?