1h
Isda and Sifma ask US regulator to retain existing SBSD de minimis thresholds
The bodies argued that including arranged, negotiated or executed transactions distorted US-connected activity and miscalibrated threshold analysis.
1h
Aspen acquires CWS Financial Advisors to expand advisory platform
The move deepens the New York-based firm’s partnership model focused on long-term alignment, leadership continuity and operational support.
1h
Global ETF assets edge higher to record US$23.09 trillion in June: ETFGI
ETFGI’s latest industry data showed net inflows of US$258.79 billion in global exchange-traded funds (ETFs) during June, setting a first-half record.
16 Jul 2026
Erste AM introduces global and US large cap equity ETFs to its suite
The funds follow passive strategies, offering diversified exposure through Solactive indices spanning developed markets and key US sectors.
16 Jul 2026
Buell Wealth Management joins LPL Financial’s broker-dealer and RIA platform
The Connecticut-based advisory team brings five veteran advisers.
16 Jul 2026
HB Wealth establishes institutional advisory unit, adds senior leadership
The practice strengthens the firm’s institutional platform as nonprofits and foundations increasingly seek fiduciary investment governance.
2h
SEI extends quantitative investment strategy via new ETF
Managed by the firm’s Quantitative Investment Management team, the exchange-traded fund (ETF) combines factor allocation, active stock selection and risk controls within a diversified US equity portfolio.
2h
ProShares unveils Ultra SK hynix ETF
The exchange-traded fund (ETF) offers 2x daily exposure to SK hynix ADRs, giving investors a leveraged way to capitalise on growing demand for AI-driven memory semiconductors.
6h
GraniteShares adds leveraged ETFs tracking NetApp, Teradata, Bitdeer
The launch adds NetApp, Teradata and Bitdeer Technologies to GraniteShares’ portfolio of leveraged single-stock exchange-traded funds, which target short-term trading opportunities across multiple sectors.
21h
FinIQ positions AI as “caddie, not the player” in structured products workflows
Structured products technology provider FinIQ is focusing its artificial intelligence strategy on workflow optimisation, analytics and operational efficiency rather than investment recommendations.
21h
People moves: CIBC expands insurance solutions team; Bloomberg Indices, Luma, Russell Investments and Bitcoin Suisse make senior hires
We look at recent senior appointments across banking, index providers, insurance technology and digital assets which reflect growing industry investment in quantitative investment strategies (QIS), custom indices.
21h
Dutch fund reaches €50m AuM within 1.5-years
The fund of structured products was launched by ex-ABN Amro EQD bankers in January 2025.