ETFs
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What's missing from passive muni ETFs?
Passive muni bond ETFs are widely favored, dominating the category while offering low-cost exposure to muni bonds. Find out what’s missing from these popular ETFs.
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A look at the rise of active ETFs
The number of active ETFs, and assets managed within these funds, has soared since the ETF Rule was adopted in 2019. We explore what's driving this trend.
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Why passive ETFs might be forfeiting some of high yield’s return potential
Research shows that passive high-yield ETFs can see persistent and consistent underperformance against the benchmark. Learn how active high-yield ETFs provide the best chance of capturing the full potential available within high-yield fixed income.
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The ETF industry continues to evolve
As more complex ETF strategies come to market, it becomes even more important for investors to know what they own and understand how these funds are expected to perform. Learn more.
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What are semitransparent ETFs?
The semitransparent ETF marketplace is growing. Here's what investors need to know about how they work and why they're designed for certain actively managed strategies.
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Dividend ETFs: looking beyond yield
High dividend ETFs available in the marketplace traditionally achieve their objective by investing exclusively in stocks with the highest dividends. We take a look at why taking a broader perspective might deliver better outcomes for investors across the market cycle.
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The limitations of downside mitigation ETFs
During last year’s market downturn, some downside mitigation ETFs failed to shield investors from losses. We review the limitations of these ETFs and discuss what types of strategies might lead to better investor outcomes.
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Tax efficiency helps drive active ETF growth
Investors have been shifting flows toward active and smart beta ETFs. Read more on what we think is behind this shift toward funds that have the potential to outperform the broad market.
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Adding value with active fixed-income ETFs
Why are active fixed-income ETFs gaining momentum with investors? We explore how actively managed fixed-income ETFs can help to manage risk while potentially adding value over time.
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An ETF investing checklist for volatile markets
ETF investors can better navigate volatile markets by keeping a few basic principles in mind, including resisting the urge to panic sell.
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