Both mutual funds and ETFs have grown 6 months in a row
Report analyzes draws, downsides of the dual-share class structure
Regulator looks to introduce consolidated equity tape in 2027
Plus, new inverse-leveraged, alts ETFs hit the market, fee cuts and more
Funds built on these strategies underperform when equity markets are hot — by design
Short-term bond ETFs, active management, are in demand
Investors need to weigh their diversification benefits against volatility, lack of yield and product complexity
Temporary reductions can help new funds scale faster, win over advisors
The funds, which allow investors to place market bets, have seen strong inflows
When it comes to due diligence, risk ratings are only the beginning