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Financial advisors guide to 2021

Jan 22, 2021 | Michael Lane

Implications of the BII outlook for 2021 for portfolio construction.

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EVERY STEP COUNTS

Jan 13, 2021 | Salim Ramji

Discover the benefits to investors after 50 years of index investing.

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Six styles of high yield bond ETFs

Dec 22, 2020 | Karen Schenone, CFA

Learn how iShares high yield bond ETFs can help generate income in a low rate environment.

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A masterclass in diversification

Dec 17, 2020 | Daniel Prince, CFA

Diversification helps investors stay the course to pursue their financial goals.

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Sustainable fixed income for beginners

Dec 11, 2020 | Sarah Kjellberg

Three approaches to get started with sustainable investing in fixed income.

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iShares 2021 investment outlook and ETF implementation guide

Dec 7, 2020 | Armando Senra

COVID-19 accelerated profound shifts in how economies and societies operate, running across four dimensions: sustainability, inequality, geopolitics and the joint fiscal-monetary policy revolution.

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A turning point for fixed income ETFs

Dec 3, 2020 | iShares

How volatility in 2020 accelerated institutional adoption of fixed income ETFs.

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Reinvigorating income with equities

Nov 23, 2020 | Robert Hum, CAIA

Why equity income may be more important than ever.

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A conversation with Nobel laureate William F. Sharpe about indexing

Nov 17, 2020 | Daniel Prince, CFA

An exclusive interview with Nobel laureate William F. Sharpe discussing his legacy, advances in index investing and insights for today’s investors.

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An ETF investor guide for seeking growth in post-election America

Nov 12, 2020 | Armando Senra

It’s time to consider what the 2020 election outcomes might mean for ETF investors looking for growth.

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Opportunities in medical breakthroughs

Oct 28, 2020 | Jeff Spiegel

The election highlights opportunities in immunotherapy and genomics that has been accelerated by the pandemic.

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Investing in China

Oct 26, 2020 | iShares

As onshore markets open to foreign investors, exposure to Chinese equities and bonds is becoming more relevant. Discover China investments with iShares ETFs.

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THE CHINA OPPORTUNITY

Oct 26, 2020 | iShares

Explore ways to access the world’s second largest economy as it continues to open up for the investors. Know the China story and its linked opportunities.

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Reducing the tax bite

Oct 23, 2020 | Michael Lane

Why taxes should be central to investment decisions.

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Outlook for renewable energy

Oct 22, 2020 | Sarah Kjellberg

The U.S. election may determine how stimulus spending will be allocated differently across renewable energy, digital, and traditional infrastructure.

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U.S. bond ETFs hit $1 trillion AUM

Oct 16, 2020 | Steve Laipply

A testament to the versatility of bond ETFs for market participants in various market conditions.

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Eyeing regulation risk in tech

Oct 16, 2020 | Jeff Spiegel

Long-term megatrends could help investors sidestep potential regulatory scrutiny on tech giants

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Election 2020 and implications for overseas stocks

Oct 14, 2020 | Jeff Spiegel

Two entrenched investment trends will remain in play regardless of the outcome

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An investor playbook for election uncertainty

Oct 7, 2020 | iShares

Three ways to add resilience to portfolios.

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Why indexing can be more than just average

Sep 28, 2020 | Chris Dieterich

Key investing principles to racking up long-term investment returns.

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Sustainable for all reasons

Sep 24, 2020 | Armando Senra

Sustainable investing with iShares funds.

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With tech giants dominating markets, does the size factor still matter?

Sep 9, 2020 | Robert Hum, CAIA

With tech giants dominating markets, does the ‘size’ factor still matter?

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Watch home builders as Americans crave more space

Sep 3, 2020 | Chris Dieterich

Low mortgage rates are helping drive housing upgrades amid the pandemic.

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Why it’s time for U.S. investors to consider overseas stocks

Aug 25, 2020 | iShares

Q&A with international investing experts.

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Looking overseas: The case for international investing

Aug 18, 2020 | Michael Lane

Two themes leading investors to reconsider non-U.S. exposures.

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Spotlight on gold and silver

Aug 14, 2020 | Chris Dieterich

Why investors are targeting precious metals in 2020.

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How momentum investing can help capture trends

Aug 6, 2020 | Robert Hum, CAIA

Momentum ETFs can help investors understand “what’s working now.

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Renewed focus on clean energy ETFs

Jul 31, 2020 | Chris Dieterich

Investor interest in clean energy has surged in 2020.

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ETFs to play a recovery in China

Jul 23, 2020 | iShares

Discusses recent Chinese market outperformance and long-term structural drivers in China’s economy.

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The shift to sustainable investing

Jun 17, 2020 | Michael Lane

Four main reasons driving advisor interest in sustainable solutions.

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What’s next for biotech?

Jun 11, 2020 | Christopher Dhanraj

3 reasons to continue watching biotech

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Quality companies for unusual times

Jun 11, 2020 | Robert Hum, CAIA

Given market uncertainty, many investors are revisiting their equity investments. Learn how investing in the quality factor can help build portfolio resilience.

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Shooting for a rebound in silver

May 28, 2020 | Chris Dieterich

The white metal is playing catch-up to gold after touching a historic low.

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Investment directions: Summer 2020

May 25, 2020 | iShares

The iShares Strategy team discusses economic and market outlooks across asset classes. Read our take on the major investor themes for the weeks ahead.

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Tech and healthcare innovation: The megatrend approach

May 14, 2020 | iShares

Learn how, investing in health and tech megatrends can offer potential long-term returns, income generation and diversification.

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Searching for income in a low-rate world

May 14, 2020 | Karen Schenone, CFA

Three ways to access income with ETFs.

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Three lessons from an ETF veteran

May 6, 2020 | Michael Lane

How financial advisors can help investors stay disciplined.

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Opportunities in Europe

May 6, 2020 | Christopher Dhanraj

Great variation in government policies and virus development highlight the importance of taking a country lens in approaching international investment opportunities.

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Watching for fallen angels

May 1, 2020 | Chris Dieterich

How ETFs handle corporate bond rating downgrades.

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What’s next for infrastructure?

Apr 28, 2020 | iShares

Potential opportunities for long-term returns.

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RESHAPING SUSTAINABLE INVESTING

Apr 22, 2020 | iShares

Forces to accelerate sustainable index adoption.

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Industry dispersions

Apr 21, 2020 | iShares

Learn how COVID-19 is impacting industries.

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Bond ETFs send a clear signal

Apr 14, 2020 | iShares

Bond ETFs can provide clarity, liquidity, and price transparency in times of market turmoil.

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The outlook for REITs in 2020: An update

Apr 9, 2020 | iShares

The Investment Strategy team discusses the outlook for real estate in 2020.

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Navigating uncertainty with ESG ETFs

Apr 9, 2020 | Sarah Kjellberg

It’s time to think sustainably. iShares ESG ETFs let you pursue long term growth by putting sustainability at the heart of your portfolio.

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Navigating the market turmoil

Apr 6, 2020 | Armando Senra

How investors can stay focused on their long-term goals in market volatility.

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Megatrends: Thinking long-term in the downturn

Apr 3, 2020 | Jeff Spiegel

Megatrend investing offers access to the long-term, structural forces that are shaping our future – even when short-term uncertainty remains.

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ETFs and the pandemic

Mar 27, 2020 | iShares

Three takeaways from 2020’s coronavirus-induced market turmoil.

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Weathering the storm with minimum volatility

Mar 25, 2020 | Robert Hum, CAIA

Learn how minimum volatility can help investors in turbulent markets.

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5 ETF Statistics to watch in high-velocity markets

Mar 23, 2020 | iShares

Keeping a close eye on ETF statistics during times of market stress can help investors understand how ETFs operate and trade.