Welcome to ETFs in Context, a podcast that will explore the ever-evolving financial landscape and actionable ETF ideas to help you build and manage your clients’ investment portfolios. In each episode, Helen Hayes, Head of iShares Canada at BlackRock will sit down with investment thought leaders to have conversations that will aim to provide advisors with valuable investment insights and actionable strategies.
ETFs in Context with RBC iShares
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Welcome to ETFs in Context, a podcast that will explore the ever-evolving financial landscape and actionable ETF ideas to help you build and manage your clients’ investment portfolios. In each episode, Helen Hayes, Head of iShares Canada at BlackRock will sit down with investment thought leaders to have conversations that will aim to provide advisors with valuable investment insights and actionable strategies.
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August 8, 2024
Exploring Key Industry Trends in Fixed Income Investing
<p><span style="background-color: transparent;">This summer, we believe the path of interest rates in Canada and the U.S. will be highly data dependent. In this episode of ETFs in Context, we discuss how the current conditions are set for developed market central banks to start cutting policy rates in the second half of 2024, the recent evolution of fixed income investing, and other market trends.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Helen Hayes, Managing Director and Head of iShares Canada for BlackRock, sits down with Rachel Siu, Head of Canadian Fixed Income Strategy at BlackRock, to discuss the evolving world of fixed income, new opportunities in this space and what might be coming next.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">In this episode, we explore:</span></p><ul><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">The outlook for federal interest rate cuts in developed markets</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">How advisors can help their clients navigate the financial environment as the period of elevated cash rates comes to a close</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Opportunities in fixed income investing today</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">How investors should consider the role of fixed income against their investment objectives</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">The benefits of bond ETFs and other key industry trends to focus on</span></li></ul><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal. RBC iShares ETFs are comprised of RBC ETFs managed by RBC Global Asset Management Inc. and iShares ETFs managed by BlackRock Asset Management Canada Limited ("BlackRock Canada"). </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Commissions, trailing commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with investing in exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Please read the relevant prospectus before investing. ETFs are not guaranteed, their values change frequently and past performance may not be repeated. Tax, investment and all other decisions should be made, as appropriate, only with guidance from a qualified professional.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 255);">The iShares ETFs are not connected, sponsored, endorsed, issued, sold or promoted by Bloomberg Finance L.P. and its affiliates, including Bloomberg Index Services, Limited (“Bloomberg”), Cohen & Steers Capital Management Inc., London Stock Exchange Group plc and its group undertakings (“LSE Group”, ICE Data Indices, LLC., ICE Benchmark Administration Limited, Jantzi Research Inc., Markit Indices Limited, Morningstar, Inc., MSCI Inc., MSCI ESG Research and Bloomberg, NASDAQ OMX Group Inc., NYSE FactSet or S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC. (“S&P”). None of these companies make any representation regarding the advisability of investing in the iShares ETFs. BlackRock Asset Management Canada Limited is not affiliated with the companies listed above. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 255);">The Prospectus contains a more detailed description of the limited relationship the companies have with BlackRock Asset Management Canada Limited and any related ETFs. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">® / TM Trademark(s) of Royal Bank of Canada. Used under licence. iSHARES is a registered trademark of BlackRock, Inc., or its affiliates. Used under licence. © 2024 BlackRock Asset Management Canada Limited and RBC Global Asset Management Inc. All rights reserved.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">RO: iCRMH0724C/S-3721902</span></p>
April 29, 2024
The Role of Core ETFs in a Portfolio
<p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Not all ETFs are created equal – some are more suitable for long-term investors, while others enable investors to express a short-term view on the market, based on their risk appetite. Some are designed to capture the returns of a specific market, sector, or factor, while others are more broad & balanced.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Whether you’re a new investor, or an investment advisor who wants to be informed about the best options for your clients, Core ETFs play an important role in portfolio construction.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">In this episode of ETFs in Context, Helen Hayes speaks to </span><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Hail Yang, Head of Product Content for iShares Canada, at BlackRock</span><span style="background-color: transparent;"> about the use cases for Core ETFs and how they can fit into your investment portfolio.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">In this episode, we explore:</span></p><ul><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">The genesis and evolution of Core ETFs in Canada</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">The benefits of a liquidity sleeve</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">An advance view of total cost reporting legislation coming into effect in 2026</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">How to effectively blend Core ETFs with actively managed funds</span></li></ul><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">To view the transcript and disclosure for this podcast, please visit: [final staged insights article page on RBC iShares to be linked]</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">RBC iShares ETFs are comprised of RBC ETFs managed by RBC Global Asset Management Inc. and iShares ETFs managed by BlackRock Asset Management Canada Limited ("BlackRock Canada"). </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Commissions, trailing commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with investing in exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Please read the relevant prospectus before investing. ETFs are not guaranteed, their values change frequently and past performance may not be repeated. Tax, investment and all other decisions should be made, as appropriate, only with guidance from a qualified professional.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 255);">The iShares ETFs are not connected, sponsored, endorsed, issued, sold or promoted by Bloomberg Finance L.P. and its affiliates, including Bloomberg Index Services, Limited (“Bloomberg”), Cohen & Steers Capital Management Inc., London Stock Exchange Group plc and its group undertakings (“LSE Group”, ICE Data Indices, LLC., ICE Benchmark Administration Limited, Jantzi Research Inc., Markit Indices Limited, Morningstar, Inc., MSCI Inc., MSCI ESG Research and Bloomberg, NASDAQ OMX Group Inc., NYSE FactSet or S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC. (“S&P”). None of these companies make any representation regarding the advisability of investing in the iShares ETFs. BlackRock Asset Management Canada Limited is not affiliated with the companies listed above. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 255);">The Prospectus contains a more detailed description of the limited relationship the companies have with BlackRock Asset Management Canada Limited and any related ETFs. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 255);">® / TM Trademark(s) of Royal Bank of Canada. Used under licence. </span><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 255);">iSHARES</strong><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 255);"> is a registered trademark of BlackRock, Inc., or its subsidiaries in the United States and elsewhere. Used under licence.</span></p><p><br></p><p>© 2023 RBC Global Asset Management Inc. and BlackRock Asset Management Canada Limited. All rights reserved.</p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">RO: iCRMH0424C/S-3497656</span></p>
January 17, 2024
AI and Beyond: Emerging Mega Forces in Investing
<p><span style="background-color: transparent;">What are the long term structural forces impacting the global and Canadian investment landscape over the coming years, and how can investors prepare? In this episode of ETFs in Context, Helen Hayes sits down with Jeff Spiegel, US Head of iShares Thematic, International and Sector ETFs.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Helen and Jeff discuss emerging Mega Forces beyond the economic climate that are set to impact not only investing, but our society as a whole in the coming decade.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">In this episode, we explore:</span></p><ul><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">The five mega forces BlackRock has identified and how they will transform the way we work, live and invest</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">How rapid adoption of AI is impacting investment portfolios</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">The investment implications of the global shift to move to a lower carbon economy</span></li></ul><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">RBC iShares ETFs are comprised of RBC ETFs managed by RBC Global Asset Management Inc. and iShares ETFs managed by BlackRock Asset Management Canada Limited ("BlackRock Canada"). </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Commissions, trailing commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with investing in exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Please read the relevant prospectus before investing. ETFs are not guaranteed, their values change frequently and past performance may not be repeated. Tax, investment and all other decisions should be made, as appropriate, only with guidance from a qualified professional.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">The iShares ETFs are not connected, sponsored, endorsed, issued, sold or promoted by Bloomberg Finance L.P. and its affiliates, including Bloomberg Index Services, Limited (“Bloomberg”), Cohen & Steers Capital Management Inc., London Stock Exchange Group plc and its group undertakings (“LSE Group”, ICE Data Indices, LLC., ICE Benchmark Administration Limited, Jantzi Research Inc., Markit Indices Limited, Morningstar, Inc., MSCI Inc., MSCI ESG Research and Bloomberg, NASDAQ OMX Group Inc., NYSE FactSet or S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC. (“S&P”). None of these companies make any representation regarding the advisability of investing in the iShares ETFs. BlackRock Asset Management Canada Limited is not affiliated with the companies listed above. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">The Prospectus contains a more detailed description of the limited relationship the companies have with BlackRock Asset Management Canada Limited and any related ETFs. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">® / TM Trademark(s) of Royal Bank of Canada. Used under licence. </span><strong style="background-color: transparent;">iSHARES</strong><span style="background-color: transparent;"> is a registered trademark of BlackRock, Inc., or its subsidiaries in the United States and elsewhere. Used under licence.</span></p><p><br></p><p>© 2023 RBC Global Asset Management Inc. and BlackRock Asset Management Canada Limited. All rights reserved.</p>
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