FTSE Russell has made its debut foray – in a formal capacity – into crypto-asset markets with the unveiling of the FTSE Digital Asset Index Series.

The Index Industry Association (IIA) has released the results of its fifth annual global benchmark survey, revealing record-breaking growth in the number of ESG indices produced by its members.

Euronext, in collaboration with Borsa Italiana, has launched a socially responsible alternative to the FTSE MIB, Italy’s foremost equity index.

Satrix Investments is set to list a new ETF in South Africa which will be the country’s first to offer exposure to the full opportunity set of stocks listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange.

Nomura Asset Management has launched the NEXT FUNDS MSCI Japan Country ESG Leaders Index ETF (2643 JP) has listed on Tokyo Stock Exchange, providing exposure to Japanese companies with robust ESG characteristics.

FTSE Russell has launched the FTSE EU Climate Benchmarks Index Series, a suite of climate-themed equity indices aligned with the Paris Agreement’s goal of limiting global warming to two degrees above pre-industrial levels.

Janus Henderson has drawn on the capabilities of indirect property portfolio managers Greg Kuhl and Danny Greenberger for the launch of an actively managed, high-conviction real estate ETF in the US.

Taipei-headquartered Fubon Asset Management has launched two new ETPs in Hong Kong providing inverse and leveraged exposure to Taiwan’s equity market.

By FTSE Russell.

The rotation away from pricey defensive factors (notably Quality) into their cyclically sensitive counterparts (led by Value) went into overdrive in Q1 2021 as markets recalibrated expectations for a quicker post-crisis economic recovery.

Legal & General Investment Management has introduced a suite of three equity ETFs designed for investors seeking sustainable income with socially responsible exclusions.