Invesco PowerShares has launched sector ETFs, tracking KBW indices for the banking, capital markets, insurance and regional banking sectors.

Managed portfolios which invest primarily in ETFs are continuing to grow as use of ETFs among individuals and institutions becomes more widespread.

The Swiss ETF market is experiencing strong growth, with new investors and new issuers boosting the market.

A warning system for retail investors using ETFs, similar to that used in the US, could help raise awareness of the nuances of the funds, says a Morningstar research head.

The ETFM weekly roundup brings you some of this week's ETP news.

Silver ETCs are gaining interest and the metal could perform well as economic factors boost its growth, according to ETF Securities.

Commodity investments as a whole lost assets during the last two quarters but commodity ETPs held up with $2.8bn of inflows, according to Barclays Capital.

Over-the-counters brings you news and views from the ETF industry.

Axel Lomholt, head of product development at iShares talks about seeing U2 live and a dream to run a lodge in Tanzania.

As equity indices continued their upwards trend last week, Cowen reports a strong increase in primary market activity.