ETF Prime BlackRock’s Rachel Aguirre on Mega Caps, Buffers, Bitcoin, & More
Dec 10, 2024
Rachel Aguirre, Head of US iShares Product at BlackRock, shares insights on mega-cap ETFs and the benefits they bring to different investors. Cinthia Murphy from Vetify discusses innovative FIRE ETFs and LifeX ETFs that target wealth accumulation and income generation. Rachel also delves into the explosive growth of buffered ETFs, designed for downside protection. Together, they explore the evolving ETF landscape, emphasizing the rise of active management and what the future holds for this dynamic investment vehicle.
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Use FIRE ETFs For Easy Retirement Buckets
- Use FIRE-themed fund-of-funds ETFs to simplify diversified accumulation and income strategies.
- Choose Wealth Builder (FIRS) for accumulation and Income Target (FIRI) for a 4% income goal during distribution.
Laddered Income As Annuity Alternative
- Longevity-income ETFs ladder Treasuries or TIPS to produce predictable amortizing income across horizons.
- They act as an 'easy button' alternative to annuities with more transparency and flexibility.
Choose Complexity To Simplify Outcomes
- Match product complexity to investor capability and time availability.
- Use prepackaged ETFs when investors lack the time or expertise to build granular multi-asset solutions themselves.