Citywire Money, Markets and Masterminds

Putting the ETF in fund selection ETFSA director Gareth Stobie discusses the surge in JSE-listed ETFs, sector trends and what investors should look ou..

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Welcome to 'Money, Markets, and Masterminds' – a Citywire South Africa podcast – that delves into the intricate world of finance, investment and strategic decision-making.   My guest today is Gareth Stobie, the founder of CoreShares, which has blossomed into a flourishing passive investment management business and ETF issuer. At the point of its acquisition by 10X Investments – not too long ago – it had approximately R13,8bn under management.  Stobie is now director of strategy and corporate development at ETFSA and is working with other industry stalwarts such as Mike Brown and Nerina Visser.Exchange-traded funds (ETFs)  have been around since the early 1990s, but in recent years their popularity has soared. Today, there are more ETFs listed on the JSE 222 to be exact) than single shares. In this podcast we'll explore what's driving this surge, the latest trends shaping the ETF landscape and what investors should keep an eye on moving forward.
20 Jun 2024 English South Africa Investing

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