Columbia Threadneedle to acquire smart beta provider for US business

Firm focused on EM smart beta

Natalie Kenway
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The US business of Columbia Threadneedle Investments has acquired Emerging Global Advisers (EGA), a smart beta portfolio provider covering emerging markets, as it moves to boost its offerings in this area of the market.

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