ETF Prime

ETF Trends’ Lara Crigger examines various theories on why the SEC is delaying bitcoin ETF approval and offers a brief update on the space.  OpenInvest’s Jake Raden discusses the merits of direct indexing and an ESG approach to investing.  HoneyTree’s Liz Simmie explains the importance of integrating ESG data into the investment process and highlights the Canadian ETF landscape.

State Street’s Matt Bartolini goes in-depth on what’s driving the divergence in sector ETF flows and performance.  ETF.com’s Drew Voros discusses what’s next for ARK ETFs, along with ETFs covering blockchain, SPACs, and marijuana.  Rayliant’s Jason Hsu spotlights their Quantamental China Equity ETF (RAYC) and outlines the investment case for China.

Guinness Atkinson’s Jim Atkinson offers a behind-the-scenes look at the first-ever mutual fund to ETF conversion and explains the potential impact on the asset management industry.  ETF Stream’s Tom Eckett discusses the European ETF landscape including ESG, bitcoin, thematics, and the non-transparent structure.  Horizon Kinetics’ James Davolos spotlights their Inflation Beneficiaries ETF (INFL), a top-five ETF launch this year.

ETF.com’s Drew Voros discusses the year’s best performing ETF, ARK’s recent struggles, and timber ETFs. WisdomTree’s Jeremy Schwartz lays out the investment case for emerging markets and the Emerging Markets ex-State-Owned Enterprises ETF (XSOE). Evoke Advisors’ Damien Bisserier spotlights the RPAR Risk Parity ETF (RPAR).

ETF.com’s Sumit Roy explains the impact of the SEC delaying bitcoin ETF approval and why fund companies are lining-up to launch the product.  HANetf’s Hector McNeil discusses the European ETF landscape, which includes crypto ETPs.  Osprey Funds’ Greg King spotlights their Bitcoin Trust and recently launched Polkadot Trust.

ETF.com’s Drew Voros offers highlights from their 8th Annual ETF Awards.  Vanguard’s Janel Jackson discusses best ETF trading practices and spotlights the recently launched Vanguard Ultra-Short Bond ETF (VUSB).  Euclid Investment Advisory’s John Creekmur and Karl Ashley explain the investment approach behind the Euclid Capital Growth ETF (EUCG), which utilizes trend-following.

ETF.com’s Sumit Roy discusses Coinbase’s direct listing including which ETFs now own the company and whether this impacts the SEC’s decision-making on bitcoin ETFs.  ETF Trends’ Lara Crigger offers an in-depth look at the cannabis ETF landscape.  Cambria’s Meb Faber explains the longer-term investment case for cannabis stocks and spotlights the Cambria Cannabis ETF (TOKE).

ETF.com’s Drew Voros offers perspective on the largest ETF launch ever.  Old Mission Capital’s Harry Whitton talks ETF market making and fields rapid-fire ETF questions.  Vident Investment Advisory’s Amrita Nandakumar explains the role of an ETF sub-advisor.

ETF.com’s Drew Voros discusses the record first quarter for ETF inflows.  Alpha Architect’s Wes Gray talks value rotation, momentum stocks, and the ETF white-labeling business.  Quadratic Capital’s Nancy Davis spotlights their Interest Rate Volatility & Inflation Hedge ETF (IVOL), one of the most successful recent ETF launches.

ETF.com’s Drew Voros covers several recent stories including Fidelity’s bitcoin ETF filing, AdvisorShares’ Gerber Kawasaki ETF filing, and ARK’s Space Exploration ETF launch.  MarketAxess’ John Keller explains how they’re automating bond trading and facilitating bond ETF liquidity.  Tuttle Tactical Management’s Matt Tuttle spotlights The SPAC and New Issue ETF (SPCX).