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Major UK Asset Managers Royal London and M&G Expand Into European Active ETF Arena

Royal London Asset Management and M&G are reportedly preparing to enter Europe’s rapidly expanding active ETF market. The move comes as assets in European active ETFs have grown nearly sevenfold since 2019, according to recent analysis.

UK Fund Giants Enter Active ETF Space

Two of the United Kingdom’s largest asset management firms, Royal London Asset Management and M&G, are reportedly planning significant entries into Europe’s active exchange-traded fund market, according to recent reports. Sources indicate this strategic shift comes as the sector experiences explosive growth while traditional mutual funds face increasing fee pressure from investors.

by Darren Holt
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Leveraged Loan Market Faces Scrutiny Following Major Corporate Defaults

The sudden bankruptcy of First Brands Group has triggered warnings about systemic risks in the leveraged loan market. Analysts suggest hurried due diligence and aggressive CLO growth may be masking underlying credit problems that could impact the broader economy.

Market Tremors After Major Corporate Failure

Investors in the $2 trillion leveraged loan market are sounding alarms after the abrupt collapse of First Brands Group, with sources indicating this could signal broader troubles in credit markets. According to reports, the manufacturer’s rapid bankruptcy just weeks after subprime auto lender Tricolor’s failure has raised concerns that these may not be isolated incidents.

by Darren Holt