“We’re persuaders, it’s what we do," Scott West of Invesco PowerShares said, "and persuasion is nothing more than the transfer of confidence.” He gave three steps to prevent clients from fleeing.
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The latest offerings focus on emerging markets and dividends.
Guggenheim to close a dim sum bond ETF, and updated filings on proposed emerging-markets ETFs from Emerging Global Advisors and Krane Funds. Plus, the week's best- and worst-performing funds.
New products introduced over the last week include a new target volatility portfolio by Fidelity and a new emerging-markets local debt portfolio from Invesco PowerShares .
Although commodities have struggled recently, this ETF is a good choice for investors optimistic about the sector.
After strong flows into stock funds earlier this year, investor interest in equities is waning as bond funds remain in high demand, says Morningstar's Mike Rawson.
Investors remained focused on moats and income in April, while plummeting gold prices raised interest in gold-focused ETFs.
Invesco PowerShares Capital Management said it plans to close 13 ETFs, which represent less than 1% of Invesco PowerShares' total assets.
Inflows Into Treasury-Bond ETFs Surged to Record Last Week