BlackRock Is Big Believer in Active ETFs: Ramji

The transcript discusses BlackRock's active ETFs, highlighting their growth, benefits, and integration into portfolios. It covers market trends, fee adjustments, and the increasing demand for active ETFs among financial advisors. The conversation also explores the significant growth of model portfolios, emphasizing their role in the investment industry and predicting a substantial increase in assets over the next five years.

What is the total investment BlackRock has in their branded active ETFs?

• $5 billion

• $30 billion

• $13 billion

• $20 billion

What recent change has contributed to the growth of active ETFs?

• Partnerships with other financial institutions

• Introduction of new regulations

• Increased marketing efforts

• Fee adjustments to reflect active management

How do active ETFs fit into a portfolio according to the discussion?

• They are used only for short-term gains

• They replace all other types of investments

• They are not suitable for model portfolios

• They complement broad-based exposures

What is one reason financial advisors prefer ETFs?

• They are less transparent

• They are more expensive

• They are difficult to use

• They offer a wide range of exposures

What is a key factor in the success of active ETFs according to the transcript?

• Focus on domestic markets only

• High marketing budgets

• Security selection in emerging markets

• Low active share

What is the projected size of the model portfolio system by 2028?

• $5 trillion

• $7 trillion

• $10 trillion

• $15 trillion

What change has occurred in the model portfolio industry over the past few years?

• It has become a cottage industry

• It has seen a decline in interest

• It has grown into a significant force

• It has remained stagnant