JP Morgan Asset Management has expanded its line-up of ‘Research Enhanced’ equity ETFs in Europe with the introduction of a fund targeting the Japanese stock market.

State Street Global Advisors has introduced a suite of four core equity ETFs in Europe that are aligned with the carbon reduction goals of the Paris Agreement.

Invesco has introduced a new suite of socially responsible equity ETFs in Europe that deliver meaningful improvements in overall ESG characteristics while also meeting specific climate objectives related to the Paris Agreement.

HSBC Asset Management has extended its suite of Paris-aligned ETFs with the launch of a Japanese equity fund.

UBS has launched a new suite of sustainability-focused equity ETFs on SIX Swiss Exchange and Xetra which combine the inclusion of broad ESG factors with a targeted low carbon investment approach.

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.

Amundi has expanded its responsible investment offering with the launch of a Japanese equity ETF that sits within its ‘ESG Universal’ product lineup.

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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.

Global X Japan has launched two new Japanese equity ETFs on Tokyo Stock Exchange providing thematic exposure to companies operating in clean technology and companies with quality characteristics and strong corporate governance.

UBS has unveiled a suite of equity ETFs aligned with the Paris Agreement’s most ambitious goal to limit global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels.