Relative Return: Navigating the ETF space



In this episode of Relative Return, James Harwood, senior portfolio manager at Russell Investments, joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss the burgeoning ETF space and how the asset class can form part of an investment portfolio.
Listen as they discuss:
- The core features and benefits of ETFs.
- The role of ETFs in a portfolio diversification strategy.
- The rise of active ETF strategies.
- The outlook for the ETF market and potential growth areas.
- The benefits of exposure to multiple ETF providers.

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