Franklin Templeton has launched its ETF business in the UK market for the first time unveiling a smart-beta ETF suite under its brand, Franklin LibertyShares.
The $740bn asset manager has been listing ETFs in both the US and Canadian markets since 2016 under the LibertyShares brand, before deciding to bring its to Europe. The range totals four smart-beta equity ETFs with two multi-factor ETFs with a focus on quality stocks and two income-focused funds. The Franklin LibertyQ UCITS ETF range will enable investors to access the custom Franklin LibertyQ indices which are constructed using four factors; quality, value momentum and volatility. Moody's: Passives will overtake active funds in US by 2024 Patrick O'Connor, head of Global ETFs a...
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