Passive management

Low-cost index funds could be costing investors up to 35 basis points a year.

The low-cost, passive manager is also opening up separately managed accounts to its ETFs for the first time.

Leveraging big data, machine learning and artificial intelligence will extend stock selection beyond its current capabilities, according to Procure Holdings President Bob Tull.

Here's how the largest groups have fared during unprecedented market activity.

Still, clients continue to invest their assets into the industry’s cheapest funds and are saving billions as a result.

Fixed-income ETFs — for the most part — passed their first big test, but it was a roller-coaster ride along the way.

Emulating traditional advisors, digital advisors are moving in the direction of planning offerings and advisor-client contact (albeit virtual).

The percentage of women managers fell even among passive funds, a booming area of the industry that was a hot-spot for female talent.

Even dedicated ESG indexes have shortcomings that many investors are probably unaware of, an expert says.

"It's going to become increasingly more important for financial professionals to understand the potential benefits of sustainable investing," an exec says.