Smart beta

Smart-beta ETFs in Europe have experienced record inflows in 2016 so far with assets under management (AUM) reaching $30.6bn; a 40% increase from the $21.6bn seen in 2015.

Accounts for 30% of all US shares traded

Beginning to look attractive

ETFs popularity set to increase

The accelerating growth rate of the smart-beta ETP sector is set to place more pressure on fees, as providers look to develop streams of "increasingly complex" multi-factor and differentiated products for investors.

Active funds also remain popular

Also worked at BNP Paribas

Could spell risks for investors

Retail share class to come later in year

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