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Indexing Biodiversity: Examining Water as an Asset Class
Water is one of the world’s most essential commodities, but it is at risk from overuse, pollution, and soaring demand. S&P DJI’s Tianyin Cheng joins Redsand Ventures’ Colleen Becker to explore new tools for understanding and accessing water assets. Learn more: https://www.spglobal.com/spdji/en/education/article/investing-in-water-for-a-sustainable-future
How and Why Are Market Participants Accessing REITs in the Current Climate?
Can REITs help unlock potential income opportunities in today’s markets? S&P DJI’s Priscilla Luk and Samsung Asset Management’s Alex Yang take a closer look at practical applications for REITs in the current environment.
Core Considerations: Why Liquidity Matters
Learn how the liquidity and interconnectivity of the S&P 500 ecosystem benefits market participants. CME Group’s Tim McCourt and State Street Global Advisors’ Rob Forsyth join S&P DJI’s Craig Lazzara to discuss. Learn more: https://www.spglobal.com/spdji/en/research/article/a-window-on-index-liquidity-volumes-linked-to-sp-dji-indices/
Why Building a Strong Core Starts with the Index
What does the S&P 500 liquidity ecosystem means for investors? S&P DJI’s Craig Lazzara and State Street Global Advisors’ Rob Forsyth take a closer look at the global reach of this U.S. icon. Learn more: https://www.spglobal.com/spdji/en/research/article/a-window-on-index-liquidity-volumes-linked-to-sp-dji-indices/
Mining for Opportunities with Gold
Could the range of potential applications for gold be broader than some investors may think? S&P DJI’s Fiona Boal and Jim Wiederhold take a closer look at how and why gold is being put to work in portfolios today. Read more: https://www.spglobal.com/spdji/en/education/article/physical-versus-synthetic-gold-know-your-gold-exposure/
Where Are Yield Seekers Uncovering Potential Income Opportunities?
While ongoing market uncertainty has dampened property transactions in Asia and bond yields continue to lag, expanded access to REITs could provide a potential income source for yield seekers in Asia. Samsung Asset Management’s Alex Yang joins S&P DJI’s Priscilla Luk for a closer look at how indexing works for REITs in Asia.
A European Perspective on the U.S. Mid-Cap Sweet Spot
Should European investors be looking beyond large-cap U.S. equities for core exposure? S&P DJI’s Tim Edwards and State Street Global Advisors’ Rebecca Chesworth explore the case for U.S. mid-caps through broad and tactical sector exposures.
Using Index Data to Inform Investment Strategies
S&P DJI’s Tim Edwards explores how financial advisors can use index data, human behavior, and SPIVA® results to inform allocations and better understand assumptions about active fund performance.
Building a Sustainable Core with the S&P 500 ESG Index
As demand for ESG continues to grow, how is the S&P 500 ESG Index helping investors reinforce core allocations and align objectives with ESG values? S&P DJI’s Maggie Dorn and State Street Global Advisors’ Brie Williams take a closer look at the potential benefits of putting this index to work in purpose-built portfolios. Learn more:…
What’s Driving Insurance Investments?
Explore the headwinds and tailwinds facing insurers and how these factors are impacting general accounts portfolios. Learn more: https://www.spglobal.com/spdji/en/research/article/etf-transactions-by-us-insurers-in-q2-2020/
