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.
Church Hill Finance principal Anthony Badaloo says ETFs are the most effective tool available for accessing diverse asset classes, which is one of their primary uses. He says: "ETFs are also more adaptable for a dynamic landscape. They can be the most efficient way to achieve a balance in asset allocation. Investors are becoming more aware of them and more confident using them." He adds: "There's also a lack of traditional funds keeping up with the benchmarks, let alone outperforming." Brunning Newman Houghton director David Brunning says: "Our use of ETFs has increased, as they ar...
To continue reading this article...
Join Professional Adviser for free
- Unlimited access to real-time news, industry insights and market intelligence
- Stay ahead of the curve with spotlights on emerging trends and technologies
- Receive breaking news stories straight to your inbox in the daily newsletters
- Make smart business decisions with the latest developments in regulation, investing retirement and protection
- Members-only access to the editor’s weekly Friday commentary
- Be the first to hear about our events and awards programmes