JPMorgan USD Emerging Markets Sovereign Bond ETF (JPMB US) – Portfolio Construction MethodologyThe underlying JPMorgan Emerging Markets Risk-Aware Bond Index targets USD-denominated sovereign and quasi-sovereign bonds from advanced and secondary emerging markets. Starting from the J.P. Morgan Emerging Market Bond Index Global Diversified universe, it retains fixed and floating-rate issues that meet that benchmark’s minimum size, maturity and trading-liquidity standards, and defines quasi-sovereigns as entit ...

eQ Plc Managers' Transactions19 January 2026 at 3:30 p.m. eQ Plc announced on 19 November 2025, that Taina Kyllönen has been appointed as the company’s Chief People and Communications Officer and member of the Management Team. Kyllönen assumes her role and has received the options granted to her in connection with the commencement today, 19 January 2026. Person subject to the notification requirementName: Taina KyllönenPosition: Other senior manager Issuer: eQ OyjLEI: 743700R4FA6AVH5J3D68Notification type: ...

BlackRock has implemented a new incentive arrangement for its executives, aligning their pay with the performance of its flagship private markets investment funds. The scheme, named the Executive Carry Program (ECP), is applicable to selected senior executives, excluding the CEO. It provides eligible executives with the opportunity to receive a portion of carried interest distributions originating from a pool of BlackRock’s main private markets investment funds. In an SEC filing, the company said that ...

Group 1 - The U.S. operation leading to the ouster of Nicolás Maduro has significantly changed the landscape in Venezuela, with President Trump advocating for U.S. oil companies to revitalize the country's oil infrastructure [1] - Venezuelan stocks have surged by 260% since mid-December, driven by investor optimism regarding a more favorable business environment and increased oil production under U.S. influence [2] - The Venezuelan stock market is characterized by low liquidity, making it susceptible to significant price movements from minimal trading activity [4] Group 2 - U.S. sanctions and government mismanagement have hindered the popularity and liquidity of the Venezuelan stock market, complicating access for foreign investors [4] - Hyperinflation and substantial debt issues have deterred significant investment interest, with the Venezuelan government owing billions to U.S. oil companies due to unfavorable contract renegotiations [5] - There are potential avenues for indirect exposure to Venezuelan stocks through certain stocks and bonds, with the possibility of direct investment options emerging as a U.S. firm seeks to launch a dedicated ETF [7][8]

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights a significant warning for investors regarding the $7.8 trillion in money market funds, indicating a potential shift in risk perception among investors as the market enters a rate-easing cycle [4][8][10]. Group 1: Money Market Funds - As of the end of Q3 2025, total financial assets in money market funds reached a record high of $7.774 trillion, reflecting their appeal as safe investments during uncertain economic conditions [2]. - Money market funds invest in high-quality, low-risk assets such as Treasury bills and corporate debt, making them attractive during periods of rising interest rates [2][6]. - Despite the Federal Reserve's shift to a rate-easing cycle, capital inflow into money market funds has accelerated, suggesting growing skepticism about the stock market rally [7][8]. Group 2: Stock Market Performance - The third year of the bull market saw the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite increase by 13%, 16%, and 20% respectively, marking a significant achievement in market history [5][6]. - The S&P 500's Shiller Price-to-Earnings (P/E) Ratio reached 40.83, the second-highest valuation in 155 years, raising concerns about potential market corrections [9]. - Historical data indicates that bull markets with a Shiller P/E above 30 are often followed by significant pullbacks, with a 20% or greater downturn being common [10]. Group 3: Investor Sentiment and Market Trends - The accumulation of $7.8 trillion in money market funds may reflect a collective skepticism among investors regarding the risk-reward balance in the stock market [8][10]. - Historical trends show that significant capital inflows into money market funds often precede U.S. recessions, serving as a warning sign for potential market downturns [10]. - Despite concerns, historical patterns suggest that the stock market has consistently recovered from downturns, indicating a long-term upward trajectory [16].

Core Viewpoint - Nykredit Portefølje Administration A/S has requested a suspension of a specific fund due to technical challenges preventing the accurate determination of its net asset value [1] Group 1: Fund Suspension Details - The suspension will be lifted once it is possible to provide a correct net asset value [1] - The affected fund is "Danske Fokusaktier" with ISIN DK0060231777 and Order Book Code NYKDFA [1] Group 2: Contact Information - Any inquiries regarding this announcement can be directed to npa.pm@nykredit or Christian Rye Holm at CRH@nykredit [1]

Core Insights - The iShares Morningstar Value ETF (ILCV) was launched on June 28, 2004, by BlackRock Inc. and is managed by BlackRock Fund Advisors, focusing on large-cap and mid-cap stocks with value traits [1] Group 1 - The ETF tracks the Morningstar US Large-Mid Cap Index, providing investors with exposure to value-oriented stocks [1]

Core Insights - Wendel Investment Managers (WIM) has successfully raised over €11 billion in European Private Equity and US Private Credit markets, showcasing the platform's strong attractiveness [1][8] - Following the acquisition of Committed Advisors, WIM will manage more than €46 billion in assets across private equity, private debt, and secondary markets, with an expected annual FRE exceeding €200 million in 2026 [2][13] - Monroe Capital raised $6.1 billion for its Private Credit Fund V, indicating strong investor confidence in its strategy [3][4] Fundraising Performance - Monroe Capital's fundraising success highlights its ability to attract a diversified international investor base, with a focus on lower middle-market direct lending [5][8] - IK Partners closed its IK X Fund at its hard cap of €3.3 billion, marking the largest fund raised by the firm to date, with significant interest from institutional investors across EMEA, Asia, and the Americas [6][8] - IK Small Cap IV Fund also reached its hard cap of €2.0 billion in less than six months, reflecting continued investor confidence, with 80% of the capital raised from existing investors [7][8] Strategic Developments - Wendel's strategic shift into third-party asset management of private assets is underscored by its acquisitions of IK Partners and Monroe Capital, enhancing its capabilities in managing private equity and private debt [13][14] - The firm aims for an average organic FRE annual growth target of 15% through 2030, supported by a strong track record and a diversified institutional investor base [2][8]

Just when I thought I was out, they pull me back in. Guggenheim Investments is not The Godfather Part III’s Michael Corleone, but the ETF business is all but inescapable for asset managers nowadays. The company was once a major player in US ETFs, but it sold that $37 billion business line to Invesco in 2017. Last week, it filed for the first such products since, including an Ultrashort Bond ETF and five others: Short Duration Income, Investment Grade CLO, Enhanced Equity Income, Core Plus Bond and Securit ...

Core Viewpoint - Rosen Law Firm is reminding investors who purchased Blue Owl Capital Inc. securities between February 6, 2025, and November 16, 2025, of the upcoming lead plaintiff deadline on February 2, 2026, for a class action lawsuit [1]. Group 1: Class Action Details - Investors who bought Blue Owl securities during the specified Class Period may be eligible for compensation without any out-of-pocket fees through a contingency fee arrangement [2]. - A class action lawsuit has already been filed, and interested parties must move the Court to serve as lead plaintiff by February 2, 2026 [3]. - Investors can join the class action by visiting the provided link or contacting the law firm directly for more information [6]. Group 2: Law Firm Credentials - Rosen Law Firm emphasizes the importance of selecting qualified legal counsel with a proven track record in securities class actions, highlighting its own success in this area [4]. - The firm has achieved significant settlements, including the largest securities class action settlement against a Chinese company, and has consistently ranked highly in securities class action settlements since 2013 [4]. - In 2019, the firm secured over $438 million for investors, showcasing its capability in recovering funds for clients [4]. Group 3: Case Allegations - The lawsuit alleges that during the Class Period, Blue Owl made false or misleading statements and failed to disclose critical information regarding its asset base and liquidity issues stemming from business development companies' redemptions [5]. - It is claimed that Blue Owl was likely to limit or halt redemptions of certain BDCs, and the defendants downplayed the severity of these issues, leading to materially misleading statements about the company's business and prospects [5]. - The lawsuit asserts that when the true details became known, investors suffered damages as a result [5].