Listen "Active or passive investing? Part 2: Passive"
Episode Synopsis
Passive funds might be more aggressive than you think.In this second of our two-parter on the benefits of active and passive investing strategies, Smart CEO Anna Scott reveals what it really means to track the market. Anna explains the surprisingly active choices that go into building “passive” funds, and how passive fund managers can take defensive action during periods of market volatility. Plus: How are ETFs like coffee culture? What are the three Ps of fund management? And is it possible that the sheer scale of passive funds can actually prop up the biggest market players, creating a ‘self-fulfilling prophecy’ about which investments have the strongest growth? For more or to watch on YouTube—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunch Shared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand and Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) (collectively referred to as ‘Sharesies’). Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own. Shared Lunch is not personal financial advice and provides general information only. We recommend talking to a licensed financial adviser. You should review relevant product disclosure documents before deciding to invest. Investing involves risk. You might lose the money you start with. Content is current at the time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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