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Is your US equity index capturing market opportunities?
Investors continue to be on the lookout to capture opportunities in US equities. Emerald Yau (head of equity index product management, Apac, FTSE Russell) and Lydia Stringer (director, Apac Derivatives, CBOE Global Markets) explores the Russell US Index Series, how it compares other US equity benchmarks, as well as insights on where and how to get exposure.
A reliable income strategy: The role of REITs and dividends in the hunt for yield
The role of REITs and dividends has become increasingly attractive for investors. Andy Ng (head of iShares equity product strategy, BlackRock) and Miko Huang (manager, equity index product management Apac, FTSE Russell) explored the importance of both strategies and how they can be incorporated within index solutions.
Exploring the potential benefits of a multifactor approach: Time-tested strategies for navigating market cycles
The use of a multifactor approach can help investors navigate the market cycle more effectively in today's environment. Christopher Hamilton (head of client solutions, Asia pacific ex japan, Invesco) and Yan Yan (head of index research and design, Apac, FTSE Russell) provided insights on how to achieve this.
Deep dive - A new role for US fixed income?
The current rate-cutting cycle calls for a two-phase strategy in fixed income portfolios, starting with an extension to duration and later a hunt for yield - with index investing a good opportunity for investors to get exposure to US fixed income, according to Alessandro Zhu (portfolio manager and deputy head of fixed income, CSOP Asset Management) and Nelson Huang (head of Apac fixed income & convertibles, FTSE Russell).
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