Environmental, social and governance (ESG) investments have a data problem. It’s not that the data underpinning these investments is bad—far from it. The problem is that there’s too much of a good thing, and nobody can agree on which data points should take precedence over the rest. As more and more ETF issuers launch their...Read More

If you’ve ever attempted to meet an ambitious goal, you’re probably familiar with just how difficult it is to change your habits. You’re also probably aware of how much influence the mind has in determining whether or not you’ll be successful in that endeavor. Some days, it feels like your brain corresponds with your body...Read More

For those looking for the antithesis of tweet-driven investing, Bank of America Merrill Lynch strategists are offering an answer. The equity thematic investing team developed a blueprint for what long-term investors can own to take advantage of 10 so-called “megatrends,” such as peak globalization and demographic trends like “peak youth.” In a note to clients...Read More