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Measuring bitcoin ETF liquidity through the 2024-25 Detroit Lions
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Measuring bitcoin ETF liquidity through the 2024-25 Detroit Lions

Trading volumes for spot bitcoin ETFs have been the talk of the industry. David Mann, our Head of Global ETF Product and Capital Markets, offers his take on how best to evaluate the liquidity of these ETFs via his favorite NFL team.

David Mann |
Revitalized Japanese stock market fuels investor optimism
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Revitalized Japanese stock market fuels investor optimism

Promising signs of growth and reform in Japan are instilling investors with renewed optimism, revitalizing the country’s stock market. Dina Ting, Head of Global Index Portfolio Management for Franklin Templeton Exchange-Traded Funds, delves into these developments and sheds light on Japan’s expanding economic prospects.

Dina Ting, CFA |
AI-powered metaverse applications propelled tech stocks in 2023
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AI-powered metaverse applications propelled tech stocks in 2023

The metaverse's integration with another transformative technology, AI, boosted the performance of tech stocks in 2023. Marcus Weyerer, Senior ETF Investment Strategist, EMEA, for Franklin Templeton ETFs, delves into the industrial and consumer applications of the metaverse, the role of AI in enhancing these experiences, and the significant growth potential and investment opportunities this virtual world holds.

Marcus Weyerer, CFA |
ETF trends to watch in 2024: Bitcoin’s impact on alternatives and thematics
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ETF trends to watch in 2024: Bitcoin’s impact on alternatives and thematics

With a laser focus on the future, David Mann, our Head of Global Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) Product and Capital Markets, shares his 2024 outlook for the ETF industry and the key trends he sees taking shape.

David Mann |
Unwrapping the good things that come in small (cap) packages
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Unwrapping the good things that come in small (cap) packages

The surge in small-cap stock performance in the final weeks of 2023 may signal a long-awaited turnaround for smaller companies that have lagged large-cap peers for a decade, according to Head of Global Index Portfolio Management Dina Ting. She analyzes the challenges small caps experienced in the past year and why she believes they now offer potentially attractive opportunities in 2024.

Dina Ting, CFA |
Ozempic can’t help your overweight in big tech: Global ETF diversification ideas for 2024
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Ozempic can’t help your overweight in big tech: Global ETF diversification ideas for 2024

The start of a new year brings a chance for reflection and re-evaluation. For investors, a chance to rebalance. Franklin Templeton ETFs’ Dina Ting and Marcus Weyerer highlight the pitfalls of overweight exposure to mega tech stocks and where in the world to look for diversification in 2024.

Dina Ting, CFA |
Mid-cap stock diversification for the market environment ahead
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Mid-cap stock diversification for the market environment ahead

The mid-cap universe offers compelling sector diversification and opportunities to participate in the upside of the broader market, according to Dina Ting, Head of Global Index Portfolio Management.

Dina Ting, CFA |
Year in review: 2023 ETF predictions report card
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Year in review: 2023 ETF predictions report card

What were the big ETF trends of 2023? David Mann, Global Head of ETF Product & Capital Markets, reviews some of his predictions for this year—and how they panned out.

David Mann |
Using single-country ETFs as part of a tax-loss harvesting strategy
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Using single-country ETFs as part of a tax-loss harvesting strategy

With the holiday season underway, it’s time again to give thanks for tax-loss harvesting opportunities! Dina Ting, Franklin Templeton’s Head of Global Index Portfolio Management, sheds light on the benefits of single-country ETF allocations against what has been a rocky macro backdrop and discusses ways to re-evaluate potential opportunities in terms of tax-loss decision-making.

Dina Ting, CFA |
Sphere of influence: How to not miss the metaverse and ETFs
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Sphere of influence: How to not miss the metaverse and ETFs

There is once again growing interest in the world of the metaverse as technological advancements and innovative strategies in different sectors have continued to show progress. Dina Ting, Franklin Templeton’s Head of Global Index Portfolio Management, explores this new digital landscape and the opportunities it presents. She also discusses practical applications, including immersive entertainment and luxury brand experiences.

Dina Ting, CFA |
Can smart beta ETFs return to prime time?
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Can smart beta ETFs return to prime time?

Active ETFs have scored more investor interest this year than smart beta ETFs—but does that mean the latter will soon be out of the game completely? David Mann, Head of ETF Product & Capital Markets at Franklin Templeton, opines.

David Mann |
Time to snag UK equities from the Brexit bargain bin?
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Time to snag UK equities from the Brexit bargain bin?

The UK equity market has been a laggard among global peers since Brexit, but bargain-hunting investors have been showing renewed interest. Dina Ting, Franklin Templeton ETFs’ Head of Global Index Portfolio Management, explores the positive trends that are making a case for holding UK equities.

Dina Ting, CFA |