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Shortcomings of focused funds are often exposed in adverse market conditions
Research renews concerns surrounding passive investment and quality of data
FTSE Russell, MSCI and S&P indices account for more than 80% of passive European equity assets
The metrics differ from credit ratings and should not be regulated, says index provider’s leader
Any interest about the concept is only academic given the chore of replication
Benchmark providers seek to capture the performance of the entire market, from bonds and equities to private assets
Analysis of more than 9,000 listed companies points to failures of disclosure and pledges on net zero emissions
Bourses across the region have risen on optimism over economic recovery
Flood of cash leaves renewable sector especially vulnerable to sharp market sell-off
Retail investors are increasing their exposure, hoping to anticipate a post-pandemic recovery
Tailoring to a client’s narrow instructions may not provide the best performance standard
Critics question how some companies are included in certain sustainability indices yet are shunned by others
Investing in megatrends sounds like a mega no-brainer, but there are a few cavils
China Mobile, China Telecom and China Unicom to be removed in compliance with Trump executive order
Action follows Trump ban on US investors buying shares in groups with China military ties
CDP, Morningstar and MSCI launch reviews after critical report on PR firm’s tactics
Managers are switching to positive screening for investments with good credentials
The $90bn attracted to its benchmarks this year dwarfs that of MSCI and S&P Dow Jones
Three countries in Asia now account for almost two-thirds of MSCI benchmark
Like faddy eating regimes, investing in the weight-loss trade can disappoint
Sales in the sector are shrinking but performance is highly polarised
Launch is part of financial sector reforms under the banner of Saudi Vision 2030
Central bank stimulus and hopes for economic recovery prompt sharp second-quarter rally
Agreement with MSCI expected to bolster Hong Kong exchange’s international ambitions
Baer Pettit hits back at suggestions the index provider is in cahoots with Beijing
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