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New Xtrackers bond ETF on Xetra: access to the Indian government bond market in local currency
September 12, 2022--Since Monday, a new exchange-traded fund issued by Xtrackers is tradable on Xetra and via Börse Frankfurt.
The Xtrackers India Government Bond UCITS ETF offers investors access to fixed-income and zero-coupon government bonds issued by the Indian central government in Indian rupee.
The Indian authorities have made it much easier for foreign investors to access their government bond market through the Fully Accessible Route (FAR) programme. Under the FAR, investors can invest without being subject to investment caps.
New ETFs from Invesco on Xetra: theme investments and multi-factor strategies
September 12, 2022--Four new exchange-traded funds issued by Invesco have been tradable on Xetra and via Börse Frankfurt since Monday.
The Invesco Hydrogen Economy UCITS ETF tracks the performance of companies worldwide whose innovative technologies focus on promoting the use of hydrogen, fuel cells and the potential hydrogen economy.
The Invesco Wind Energy UCITS ETF allows investors to invest globally in companies specialising in the promotion and increased use of wind energy. In particular, companies are selected that are active in onshore and offshore wind energy, focus on improving wind turbines and blades, provide materials for wind energy and modernise the grid.
Second-Round Effects of Oil Price Shocks --Implications for Europe's Inflation Outlook
September 9, 2022--Summary:
The pass-through effects of oil price shocks on wage and consumer price inflation vary with the states or structural characteristics of an economy. The effects have declined over time in Europe and been higher in emerging European economies than in advanced economies.
The pass-through to wages is found to have been higher when the prevailing level of inflation was higher or when the degrees of unionization and centralized bargaining were higher, while lower under a higher credibility of monetary policy. The effects of oil price shocks on core inflation and inflation expectations are consistent with their effects on wages.
New ETF from Global X on Xetra: access to the commodities sector for disruptive technologies
September 8, 2022--Since Friday, a new exchange-traded fund issued by Global X is tradable on Xetra and via Börse Frankfurt.
The Global X Disruptive Material UCITS ETF enables investors to participate in the performance of companies active in the exploration, mining, production and refining of disruptive materials. These include commodities such as cobalt, copper, graphene and graphite, lithium, palladium, rare earths, and zinc.
These materials are relevant for the development and implementation of disruptive technologies. These are technologies that are used to develop and implement long-term, structural changes in existing products, services, industries, or sectors.
New equity ETF from HSBC on Xetra: companies with focus on promoting biological diversity
September 8, 2022--A new exchange-traded fund issued by HSBC Asset Management has been tradable on Xetra and via Börse Frankfurt since Thursday.
The HSBC World ESG Biodiversity Screened Equity UCITS ETF offers investors access to a portfolio of 500 of the largest companies by market capitalisation from industrialised countries.
These companies must strive to identify and reduce negative impacts on biodiversity. Different sectors are considered, such as the technology, industrial, consumer, healthcare, and financial sectors.
In addition, companies that violate the principles of the UN Global Compact or are active in the arms, coal, oil and gas and tobacco sectors are excluded.
ECB promises more rate hikes after unprecedented increase
September 8, 2022--Raises deposit rate to 0.75% from zero
Euro zone inflation uncomfortably high and rising
New ECB forecasts show higher inflation, lower growth
More rate hikes flagged
Downside growth scenario already materialising
The European Central Bank raised its key interest rates by an unprecedented 75 basis points on Thursday and promised further hikes, prioritising the fight against inflation even as the bloc is likely heading towards a winter recession and gas rationing.
ESMA publishes latest edition of its Newsletter
September 7, 2022-The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU's securities markets regulator, has today published its latest edition of its Spotlight on Markets Newsletter.
Your one-stop-shop in the world of EU financial markets features in the August issue the second Trends, Risks and Vulnerabilities (TRV) Report of 2022. The Russian war on Ukraine against a backdrop of already-increasing inflation has profoundly impacted the risk environment of EU financial markets, with overall risks to ESMA’s remit remaining at its highest level.
New thematic ETFs from L&G on Xetra: sustainable investments in innovative trends from the fields of cyber security, photonics and metaverse
September 7, 2022--Four new exchange-traded funds issued by Legal & General Investment Management have been tradable on Xetra and via the trading venue Börse Frankfurt since Wednesday.
The L&G ESG Exclusions UCITS ETFs offer investors access to companies with a thematic focus, considering ESG criteria. The reference indices from the Solactive index family exclude companies that are included in the ESG Exclusions Enhanced Index.
The products invest optionally in the areas of cyber security, photonics and metaverse.
The L&G ESG Emerging Cyber Security ESG Exclusions UCITS ETF focuses on global companies that offer cyber security products and services. The theme deals with security procedures in the transmission, securing and handling of data as well as hardware equipment to ensure digital security.
The L&G ESG Optical Technology & Photonics ESG Exclusions UCITS ETF focuses on the theme of optical technology and photonics. Optical technology deals with the properties of light and supports the development of innovations in areas such as mechanical and automotive engineering, pharmaceuticals, and medical technology. Photonics is about processes and technologies in the transmission, storage, and processing of information.
New thematic ETF from Franklin LibertyShares on Xetra: access to metaverse companies
September 7, 2022--A new exchange-traded fund issued by Franklin LibertyShares has been tradable on Xetra and via Börse Frankfurt since Wednesday.
The Franklin Metaverse UCITS ETF gives investors access to a portfolio of companies worldwide that are significantly involved in providing products and services to the metaverse and supporting blockchain technologies.
The metaverse is a shared 3D virtual world that connects digital technologies. It is a development that goes beyond the internet and enables users to experience an interactive world. These include companies involved in metaverse technology, platforms, and devices, blockchain technology and blockchain platforms for digital assets.
New thematic ETF from VanEck on Xetra: sustainable investment in genomic and digital healthcare
September 7, 2022--Since Wednesday, a new exchange-traded fund issued by VanEck has been tradable on Xetra and via Börse Frankfurt.
The VanEck Genomics and Healthcare Innovators UCITS ETF offers investors access to sustainable companies in the field of genomic and digital healthcare.
Genomics companies are developing new ways to treat health problems such as genetic disorders, cancer, and age-related diseases. These include gene therapies, including laboratory equipment and services for testing and coding, which primarily treat genetic diseases.
Digital healthcare focuses on easy access to doctors, physiotherapists, nurses, and pharmacies. Business areas such as software providers for telemedicine and administration, online pharmacies, and ambulatory internet of things for remote monitoring of health indicators are considered.
