Asset Managers
The latest news on top asset managers, including updates on mergers and acquisitions, as well as new investment strategies and fund offerings.
Financial Firms, CEOs Assert Americans' Right to Vote in New York Times Ad
By Bernice NapachAmong the signatories were Mellody Hobson and John W. Rogers, Jr., the co-CEOs of Ariel Investments, Warren Buffett and BlackRock CEO Larry Fink.
April 12, 2021
Ameriprise to Buy BMO UnitThe deal is expected to give Ameriprise an additional $124 billion of AUM.
April 07, 2021
Vanguard Launches Its First Active Bond ETFIn addition, State Street launches a passive emerging markets bond ETF.
April 07, 2021
Fidelity to Hire 1,000 Financial Planners in 2021The firm also plans to add 3,000 other employees, including data scientists and customer service reps.
April 06, 2021
Fidelity, Other Investment Firms Form Crypto Lobbying GroupThe Crypto Council for Innovation also includes Coinbase, Square and Paradigm.
April 06, 2021
Schwab Plans First Actively Managed ETFAriel Investments is the subadvisor of the non-transparent ESG ETF and in charge of its day-to-day portfolio management.
April 05, 2021
U.S. ETF Inflows Set New Record in First QuarterAt the current rate of inflows, ETFs might draw about $950 billion in 2021 — nearly double 2020's record $505 billion, says the head of SPDR Americas Research.
April 05, 2021
Grayscale Plans to Convert Bitcoin Fund to ETFThe regulatory environment will drive the timing of the conversion, according to the firm.