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Direct indexing is gaining in popularity among investors. Is it poised to disrupt the ETF industry? Bloomberg turned to the veteran industry leaders to find out. Parametric’s CEO, Brian Langstraat, joined the Trillions podcast to discuss the origins of direct indexing, how it works, which investors it makes sense for, the benefits it can confer, and why, despite industry murmurs, it may not be the “ETF killer” some think it is.

Hedging may seem like a safe bet, but does it pose a risk for investors? Learn why it’s important to approach equity hedging with caution in a volatile market.

Americans frequently view economic conditions through a political lens. However, markets are driven by fundamentals over long periods of time, not politicians. Investors should be cautious about letting their political biases impact their investment decisions. Modifying investment portfolios based on political views can be hazardous to returns.

Is there a better way for investors to donate to charity? Learn how to maximize a portfolio’s tax benefits—and increase the size of the gift—through charitable giving.

Many states are imposing a millionaire’s tax with huge implications for top earners. Explore how aggressive tax-loss harvesting can soften the blow.

Now that passive index investing has overtaken active management, learn why this might not be as scary for the industry as it may seem.

Both stocks and bonds enjoyed positive returns in the Third Quarter 2019, adding to already-impressive performance from the first half of the year. Declining interest rates again deserve much of the credit for these attractive investment returns. Pessimism regarding global economic growth along with central bank accommodation compressed interest rates to historically low levels.