REITs an Increasingly Attractive Target for Activists
Complicated organizational and ownership structures have historically kept activists away from REITs, but that's changing.
A Deep Dive on New ETF Liquidity Rules
The rules will have an impact on a whole swath of traditional mutual funds and ETFs.
The Intricacies of Financial and Legal Relationships in M&A
Financial advisors sometimes bring in outside legal counsel on M&A deals. Here's a look at the most common partnerships.
How Much Does the ETF Industry Make?
And how big a hit will BlackRock take by slashing prices to compete on cost?
September ETF Flows: Real Estate Flip Flops Sector ETFs
Last month, investors seemed to like everything.
Smart-Beta Investors Bad At Timing, But Getting Better
Smart-Beta Investors Are Bad At Timing … But Getting Better
Does Shareholder Activism Drive Outperformance?
Activist investors are showing no signs of slowing down in 2016.
US Elections, China Concern at Camp Kotok
This year, consensus among the 50 or so well-known economists, investors, and journalists was "the one that go away."
Another Active ETF(ish) Shoe Drops
This morning, Fidelity filed a new application that goes further towards disclosure — with a few new wrinkles.
Could Brexit Be a Blessing for Canada?
Canada's gold industry, red-hot housing market, and limited exposure to the UK make it an attractive post-Brexit safe haven.
ETF holdings data can shine a light on different investment styles.
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