Are ESG ETFs dead? Report shows they’re still attracting investor dollars
The funds reached a new record of US$799.35B in assets in November: ETFGI
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- December 30, 2025 December 31, 2025
- 11:50
The funds reached a new record of US$799.35B in assets in November: ETFGI
Buffett remains chairman and controls nearly 30% of the voting power in the stock
Updated proposed filing exemptions are in Bill C-15
Some industries are thriving off of government investments in technology, but small business owners are struggling
They bring liquidity and pricing benefits, but some ETFs have too few
Confident and knowledgeable retirement plan members are most likely to seek advice
The S&P/TSX composite index fell 103.17 points to 31,896.59
State TV has reported the resignation of Mohammad Reza Farzin, the head of the central bank
Tech, climate change account for nearly half of thematic ETF assets
Sisu paid $6.5 million to gain a more prominent minority shareholder position
Fund managers have mixed feelings about 2026 — they're optimistic about multiple sectors, but see continued risk on the global trade front
They are increasingly being used for fixed income, foreign equities exposure
Total cost reporting will increase fee transparency, put more onus on advisors to demonstrate their value to clients
S&P 500 index falls more than 2% as U.S. threatens new tariffs
Decline may continue this year, before reversing in 2027, 2028: Desjardins
In Davos speech, PM warns that compliance with economic coercion won't bring safety
Firm to pay $220,000 to resolve allegations of several rule breaches
Aussie regulator reports A$40 million returned to investors as part of review
Injured man sought removal of court-ordered guardian
Plus, Kelso & Co. closes Wellington-Altus deal, MNP expands and BGO's student housing buy
Just $126.4B of $900B total impact is tied to new funding
Economists predicted that December's rise will be a temporary blip on a downward path
Plus, moves at Our Family Office, Harvest ETFs, Manulife Wealth, Canada Life and more
Plus, Wellington-Alus Private Counsel and Ninepoint Partners add new talent
Also, moves at Mackenzie Investments, Edward Jones Canada and the CSA
Total ETF AUM hit US$19.9 trillion by the end of the year: ETFGI report
Plus, other product/index launches, fund name and management changes
These fixed-income investments offer an escape from the duration-heavy domestic market without sacrificing security