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Global X expands ETF lineup with two income funds

19 February 2026

Global X expands ETF lineup with two income funds

The funds, tracking the Nasdaq-100 and Solactive GBS US 500 indices, aim to deliver weekly distributions through covered-call writing.

Lincoln expands IUL suite with vol-control indices

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Lincoln expands IUL suite with vol-control indices

The insurance carrier has again opted for a suite of volatility-controlled indices by S&P DJI and Fidelity for its new indexed universal life (IUL) featuring full principal protection.

Wedbush: structured products fuel new thematic ETF wave

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Wedbush: structured products fuel new thematic ETF wave

ETFs are shifting from short-term proxies to core portfolio components, with structured strategies and liquid alternatives driving the next wave of innovation.

EFG reports record profit amid rising inflows in 2025

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EFG reports record profit amid rising inflows in 2025

EFG International achieved record net profit and asset growth in 2025, driven by increased assets under management, higher operating profit and disciplined risk controls.

Geopolitical uncertainty tops adviser concerns in Fidelity survey

18 Feb 2026

Geopolitical uncertainty tops adviser concerns in Fidelity survey

The polls were commissioned during the Fidelity Toronto Vision hybrid event on 28 January and involved between 2,500-3,100 adviser responses.

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16 Feb 2026

Vontobel SIS unit drives steady growth despite market pressure

Swiss investment bank Vontobel has reported a steady financial...

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16 Feb 2026

Indexed products bolster annuity earnings in 2025 - Equitable, Corebridge and Lincoln

We review the earnings performance at the three major insurance...

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16 Feb 2026

SRP in brief: time flies

SRP’s news desk reviews the most read stories from last week.

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13 Feb 2026

TP ICAP: structured notes need visible liquidity, should trade like bonds

The interdealer broker and provider of market infrastructure, data and...

Bitwise broadens European product range with multiple ETP listings

13 Feb 2026

Bitwise broadens European product range with multiple ETP listings

The listings include physically backed and index-tracking products in Germany and Italy.

LSEG doubles down on tokenised securities

13 Feb 2026

LSEG doubles down on tokenised securities

The proposal aims to link traditional and digital settlement systems amid industry calls for scalable infrastructure.

Leverage Shares lists four leveraged crypto ETPs in Italy

13 Feb 2026

Leverage Shares lists four leveraged crypto ETPs in Italy

The listings include leveraged and inverse leveraged versions of Bitcoin and Ethereum.