Beyond Bulls & Bears

A Swift history of ETF eras
ETFs

A Swift history of ETF eras

What might the sensational superstar Taylor Swift have in common with exchange-traded funds? David Mann, our Head of ETF Product and Capital Markets, lightheartedly examines the different eras of the ETF industry—drawing parallels to Swift’s memorable eras as a musician.

ETFs, electric cars and market cannibalization
ETFs

ETFs, electric cars and market cannibalization

Exchange-traded funds are certainly popular with investors—here’s a look at how they can coexist in harmony with other investment vehicles, from David Mann, Head of ETF Product & Capital Markets.

Quick Thoughts: The tapestry of debt and what we need to do to unravel it
Perspectives

Quick Thoughts: The tapestry of debt and what we need to do to unravel it

Thoughts on the current US debt challenge and the long-term implications for markets and the economy from Stephen Dover, Head of Franklin Templeton Institute.

Beyond the garden variety of ETFs
ETFs

Beyond the garden variety of ETFs

Like planting seeds, sometimes new investment vehicles take time to take root. David Mann, Franklin Templeton’s Head of Global ETF Product and Capital Markets, draws parallels between gardening and developing and growing new ETFs.

Is Japan springing into bloom?
ETFs

Is Japan springing into bloom?

Japan’s business and government leaders have undertaken efforts to revitalize the country’s economy. Dina Ting, Franklin Templeton ETFs’ Head of Global Index Portfolio Management, discusses some of these positive developments.

The case for low-volatility, high-dividend equities
Equity

The case for low-volatility, high-dividend equities

Given market uncertainty and the risk of a US recession, is now the time for defensive stocks? Making a case for low-volatility, high-dividend equities with Franklin Templeton Investment Solutions’ Vaneet Chadha and Michael LaBella.

The metaverse: A multi-decade opportunity
ETFs

The metaverse: A multi-decade opportunity

The metaverse—represented by immersive, shared online virtual worlds—has captured the attention not only of gamers, but also global enterprise across many industries. And it’s unlocking new investment opportunities, according to Dina Ting, Head of Global Index Portfolio Management, Franklin Templeton ETFs.

What baseball batting averages can teach us about ETF indexes
ETFs

What baseball batting averages can teach us about ETF indexes

Spring is almost here, and for sports fans in North America, that means baseball season! David Mann, Franklin Templeton’s Head of Global Exchange-Traded Funds (ETF) Product and Capital Markets, draws parallels between baseball statistics and ETF indexes—and why some metrics may be misleading.

Don’t call this a Flash Crash!
ETFs

Don’t call this a Flash Crash!

US market structure was back in the news recently with several stocks experiencing irregular price movements on the morning of January 24. David Mann, Franklin Templeton’s Head of Global Exchange-Traded Funds (ETF) Product and Capital Markets, explains how this event relates to similar events ETFs have seen in the past.

ETF trends to watch in 2023: Active munis, global appeal and dividend funds
ETFs

ETF trends to watch in 2023: Active munis, global appeal and dividend funds

With January being a month for prognostications, David Mann, Head of Global Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) Product and Capital Markets, shares his annual outlook for the ETF industry and key trends he sees taking shape in 2023.

Mid-Cap ETFs’ Moment
ETFs

Mid-Cap ETFs’ Moment

Dina Ting, our Head of Global Index Portfolio Management, offers her perspective on the allure of multifactor US mid-capitalization strategies for 2023.

ETF 2022 year-end report card: The grades are in!
ETFs

ETF 2022 year-end report card: The grades are in!

As 2022 winds down, David Mann, Head of ETF Product & Capital Markets, assesses how the industry and his predictions for the year fared amid a turbulent market environment.