ETFs

IFAs are increasingly using ETFs to gain exposure to a wide range of asset classes, including fixed income and commodities, as investors become more aware of the benefits ETFs offer.

Lyxor Asset Management has listed 11 ETFs on the Spanish stock exchange, two of which track commodities indices.

ETFlab has released two ETFs providing exposure to China and the emerging markets on the pan-European Xetra exchange.

Osmosis Investment Management has announced its climate solutions ETF is now quoted in sterling as well as US dollars on the London Stock Exchange.

iShares has listed nine international sector ETFs on NYSE Arca, offering exposure to both developed and emerging markets.

Providers are confirming the tax status of their UK ETF ranges, following scrutiny in the media over whether investors incur income tax or capital gains tax rates.

The new reporting regime for offshore funds allows UK investors access to accumulating ETFs at a beneficial tax rate, according to industry experts.

Actively managed ETFs that aim to outperform a given benchmark need transparent and efficient servicing processes to be competitive, according to State Street.

Commerzbank has boosted its product range with two ETFs providing exposure to China.

Specialist asset manager Osmosis Investment Management has appointed Rory Sullivan as head of responsible investment (RI).