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Apollo Global Management is poised to launch a $5 billion strategy to invest in sports deals, marking another major asset manager targeting the booming sector https://t.co/5VrF4qcSfG ...

Global Operational Footprint and Technology Capabilities Enable Scale and Power GrowthLONDON and OAKS, Pa., Sept. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- SEI® (NASDAQ:SEIC) today announced that the company was selected by Nephila Capital Ltd. (Nephila), a leading investment manager specialising in reinsurance risk, to support its back- and middle-office operations across North America and the UK.Nephila has managed institutional assets in the reinsurance industry for more than 20 years. Owned by Markel Group Inc. (NYSE:MKL ...

DWS hasn’t made a significant acquisition in two decades, a period in which it dropped out of the top 20 asset managers worldwide https://t.co/bkwCd3gdak ...

Lombard Odier acquired Dutch asset manager Ownership Capital in a rare takeover by Geneva’s oldest financial institution https://t.co/lV4iDDU9XM ...

Core Insights - Apollo has appointed Yasuo Kashiwagi as Head of Japan to enhance its role in providing flexible private capital solutions in the Japanese market [1][3] - The firm has been active in Asia Pacific for nearly two decades, with a dedicated Tokyo office established in 2019, and has expanded its local team to over 30 professionals [2][3] - The appointment of Kashiwagi is aimed at driving Apollo's strategic growth in Japan, focusing on deepening institutional and regulatory relationships [3][4] Company Strategy - Apollo's strategy in Japan is to provide tailored capital solutions that align with the long-term needs of institutions and corporates, particularly in light of Japan's demographic challenges [4] - The firm aims to build trusted relationships and deliver scalable, flexible capital to address urgent demands for retirement income solutions [4] - Kashiwagi's leadership is expected to enhance Apollo's integrated platform, which manages approximately $20 billion in assets in Japan, offering a full suite of investment strategies [4][5] Market Position - The Japanese market presents long-term structural trends that align with Apollo's strengths, as institutions increasingly seek private capital for financing and partnerships [4] - Apollo's recent activities in Japan include expanding its wealth management, credit, and hybrid businesses, as well as forming new partnerships to enhance lending and retirement offerings [4] - As of June 30, 2025, Apollo manages $840 billion in assets globally, indicating its significant presence and growth potential in the alternative asset management sector [5]

Core Viewpoint - The market is experiencing a rotation from technology stocks to defensive sectors, and there is potential for a shift from debt securities to precious metals, particularly gold, due to anticipated interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve [1][2][3]. Market Reactions - Following Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's speech, the S&P 500 rose by 1.52%, nearing its all-time high, while gold prices are expected to rise as investors move away from fixed income assets [2][3]. Gold Market Dynamics - Gold has been trading between $3,500 and $3,180 since reaching a record high in April, with expectations of a bullish trend as the Federal Reserve revises its monetary policy [4][5]. - The U.S. dollar has weakened by 10.69% from its year-to-date high of $109.98 to $98.22, which historically correlates with rising gold prices [5][6]. Geopolitical Factors - Ongoing geopolitical tensions, including stalled peace talks between the U.S. and Russia regarding Ukraine and military actions in Gaza, are expected to increase demand for safe-haven assets like gold [6]. Price Forecasts - UBS Group has raised its gold price target to $3,600, citing macroeconomic risks and strong investment demand for gold ETFs and central banks [7]. Gold-Backed ETFs Overview - **SPDR Gold Trust (GLD)**: The largest gold ETF with $102.72 billion in assets under management (AUM), has gained nearly 597% since inception [9][10]. - **iShares Gold Trust (IAU)**: Smaller than GLD with $48.41 billion in AUM, has outperformed GLD with a gain of over 648% since inception [13][14]. - **SPDR Gold MiniShares Trust (GLDM)**: Newer ETF with $16.3 billion in AUM, has gained nearly 168% since launch, offering the lowest expense ratio at 0.01% [15][16].

The iShares Russell 1000 Value ETF ( IWD ) , launched on 05/22/2000 by BlackRock, Inc. and managed by BlackRock Fund Advisors, provides exposure to large- and mid-cap equities that exhibit value characteristics. It manages ~$63 billion and charges anI began learning about markets when I was 19. Today, my trading is informed by macro insights and technical indicators.When I'm neither working on my next article nor reading about macro and markets, I either run, cycle, or lift (probably thinking about macro an ...

Core Viewpoint - eQ Plc's CEO, Jouko Pölönen, has accepted a stock option transaction involving 100,000 units at a unit price of 0 EUR, marking an initial notification of this transaction [1]. Company Overview - eQ Group is a Finnish company specializing in asset management and corporate finance, managing approximately EUR 13.5 billion in assets [1]. - eQ Asset Management provides a variety of services, including private equity funds and real estate asset management for both institutions and individuals [1]. - Advium Corporate Finance, a subsidiary of eQ Group, offers services related to mergers and acquisitions, real estate transactions, and equity capital markets [1].

Making its debut on 03/15/2022, smart beta exchange traded fund Goldman Sachs ActiveBeta World Low Vol Plus Equity ETF (GLOV) provides investors broad exposure to the Global Large-Cap Blend Equity ETF category of the market.What Are Smart Beta ETFs?The ETF industry has long been dominated by products based on market cap weighted indexes, a strategy created to reflect the market or a particular market segment.Investors who believe in market efficiency should consider market cap indexes, as they replicate mar ...