Indexing Redefined, Part III: Implementation & The Total ETF Experience

In Part II of this Indexing Redefined four-part series, the article examined how fundamental indexing can be applicable to style boxes. In particular, anchoring core, value, and growth allocations to observable economic scale as opposed to simply using price momentum.

ETF Trends • Sep 14, 2026

Crossing $10B: Fundamental ETF PRF Powers Past AUM Milestone

As valuations become increasingly stretched in today's concentrated market, investors may be wondering where to break away from the typical market-cap weighted approach. Fundamental indexing can do just that, and investors appear to be gravitating to this methodology given the latest asset accumulation data.

ETF Trends • Sep 9, 2026

Rosenbluth Talks Vanguard 50-Year Milestone & Record Pacing ETF Inflows

On September 2, TMX VettaFi Head of Research Todd Rosenbluth appeared on the Schwab Network to discuss ETF inflows nearing record highs in 2026 and the 50th anniversary of the first-ever index fund, the Vanguard 500 Index Fund.

ETF Trends • Sep 9, 2026

VettaFi Accelerates Smart Beta Expansion With Closed RAFI Deal

VettaFi today officially completed its acquisition of RAFI Indices, LLC from Research Affiliates Global Holdings, LLC. The deal was originally announced in June 2026.

ETF Trends • Aug 18, 2026

Should Invesco RAFI US 1000 ETF (PRF) Be on Your Investing Radar?

Looking for broad exposure to the Large Cap Value segment of the US equity market? You should consider the Invesco RAFI US 1000 ETF (PRF), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on December 19, 2005.

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 27, 2026

PRF: A Better Broad-Market Bet

Invesco RAFI US 1000 ETF offers large-cap US equity exposure weighted by business fundamentals, not market price. PRF reduces mega-cap AI stock concentration versus cap-weighted indexes, providing a lower AI factor loading. While PRF lagged during the recent AI-driven bull market, it outperforms when market breadth returns and single-factor leadership fades.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 22, 2026

Is Invesco RAFI US 1000 ETF (PRF) a Strong ETF Right Now?

The Invesco RAFI US 1000 ETF (PRF) was launched on 12/19/2005, and is a smart beta exchange traded fund designed to offer broad exposure to the Style Box - Large Cap Value category of the market.

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 15, 2026

No Summer Solstice for ETFs: June Records Cap Off a Blockbuster First Half

The arrival of June usually signals a seasonal slowdown for many people, but our ETF industry clearly missed the memo. Instead of heading to the beach or stopping to watch the World Cup, the ETF ecosystem had a wave of milestones, structural changing-of-the-guards, and high-profile index provider consolidation.

ETF Trends • Jul 6, 2026

Rosenbluth Discusses Thematics & RAFI Acquisition on Schwab Network

TMX VettaFi Head of Research Todd Rosenbluth discusses thematic ETFs and the implications of VettaFi's acquisition of RAFI Indices on Schwab Network. VettaFi's RAFI Indices Acquisition and Fundamental Shift On June 11, VettaFi announced the acquisition of RAFI Indices, a deal expected to close in the coming weeks.

ETF Trends • Jun 24, 2026

Unlocking Smart Beta Innovation: TMX VettaFi to Acquire RAFI Indices

VettaFi's core mission is to provide the index and distribution solutions that help asset managers build, grow, and navigate the markets with precision. Last week we took a massive, transformational step forward.

ETF Trends • Jun 15, 2026