International Equity ETFs Showcase Resilient Results

Before 2025 even began, some investors and advisors were choosing to opt out of international equity exposure.  Back then, it wasn't too difficult to fault them for doing so.

ETF Trends • Feb 24, 2025

A Look Back at Morgan Stanley First 2 ETF Years

Approximately two years ago, just before an Exchange conference kicked off, one of the largest asset managers entered into the ETF market. Morgan Stanley Investment Management (MSIM), home to some of the strongest asset management brands, launched their initial suite of ETFs in January 2023.

ETF Trends • Jan 10, 2025

Jobs Data Supports the Investment Case for Cyclicals

Lately, investors and advisors have been seeing more data supporting the case for a soft landing.  Last Friday, the U.S. Department of Labor reported that the country added a colossal 254k jobs in September.

ETF Trends • Oct 11, 2024

CVLC: A Core ETF With a Sustainable Twist

Despite what some naysayers may have you believe, using ESG screening in a core fund can be greatly beneficial. Take the Calvert US Large-Cap Core Responsible Index ETF (CVLC), for example.

ETF Trends • Aug 14, 2024

CVLC: I Dig The Investment Process

ESG investing is gaining traction, particularly in institutional investing. CVLC tracks well-managed US companies with strong ESG focus. The fund offers diversified holdings, a low expense ratio, but potential underperformance due to ESG limitations.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 12, 2024

The ESG ETF Duo Marrying Returns and Sustainability

ESG isn't going away. Yes, it's taken hits over the last few years, losing its status among the biggest investing themes.

ETF Trends • Jun 3, 2024

CVLC ETF: Research-Driven ESG Investing

The Calvert US Large-Cap Core Responsible Index ETF invests with a focus on ESG through a socially responsible approach. The CVLC fund has delivered solid performance this year, with its tracking index outperforming benchmarks over the past decade. CVLC is a suitable option for investors in the ESG ETF universe, well-positioned to continue delivering positive returns.

Seeking Alpha • May 31, 2024

This ESG ETF Is Bucking the Trend

ESG ETFs have lost their luster in recent years — just don't tell the Calvert U.S. Large-Cap Core Responsible Index ETF (CVLC). The fund has performed well over the last one-year period despite so much uncertainty around ESG investing.

ETF Trends • Apr 26, 2024

Morgan Stanley Converts 2 Mutual Funds Into Active ETFs

On Monday, Morgan Stanley Investment Management added two new ETFs to their extensive fund portfolio. The Eaton Vance Total Return Bond ETF (NYSE Arca: EVTR) and the Eaton Vance Short Duration Municipal Income ETF (NYSE Arca: EVSM) were both converted from existing mutual funds into the ETF wrapper.

ETF Trends • Mar 25, 2024

Morgan Stanley Investment Management's Calvert ETFs Turn 1

Morgan Stanley Investment Management's lineup of ETFs has grown to over half a billion dollars in assets since their launch last year. The firm entered the ETF space one year ago with the launch of six Calvert ETFs.

ETF Trends • Jan 30, 2024