Investments

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Market Insights

Institutional investors turning to smart beta ETFs

Institutional money are increasingly turning to ETFs, citing liquidity, transparency and ease of implementation.

By Staff |June 3, 2015

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FTSE Russell to include China A-shares on global benchmarks Fallback Image Decorative pattern

Industry

FTSE Russell to include China A-shares on global benchmarks

China’s restrictions on foreign investment have made it difficult to access China A-shares—stocks that trade on mainland exchanges. These hurdles have been a key reason for FTSE Russell’s exclusion of these stocks from its global benchmarks.

By Staff |May 28, 2015

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Economic Indicators

Screening foreign acquisitions may discourage Canadian business

The Investment Canada Act, which screens foreign acquisitions of Canadian companies, doesn’t serve the interests of Canadians, finds a study by the Fraser Institute.

By Staff |May 13, 2015

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Market Insights

Invesco report hits back at active fund critics

The war of words – and data – in the active vs. passive debate continues apace with a new report from Invesco.

By Staff |May 7, 2015

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