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The secured interbank lending market may play a role in the search for a reliable indicator of the cost of funding in Europe.

STOXX Ltd. has introduced the STOXX® Emerging Markets 800 LO Minimum Variance Index (STOXX EM 800 LO MinVar), expanding its suite of rules-based minimum variance strategies to the universe of developing nations.

Statistical analysis and probability theory have long focused on the problem of trying to detect turning points in financial markets.

Global stocks posted a gain in May, even as emerging markets were engulfed in volatility and political developments in Italy triggered losses in Europe in the second part of the month.

Use of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) among European institutional investors continues to grow, driven by both tactical and strategic functions and by the access to new markets, according to an annual survey from Greenwich Associates.

As of Sept. 24, Deutsche Boerse AG is changing the composition of the DAX indices for German small- and mid-sized companies and technology shares to better reflect the size and sector representation of those markets and bring rules in line with international standards.

Emerging markets have been strong performers in recent years. Their momentum, however, has hit a snag in 2018, first on geopolitics and more recently on macroeconomic concerns.

The size factor’s risk premium is among the most well-documented, and investing in small-cap companies has yielded consistent results over recent years.

Advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) have continued apace over the last few years. Thanks to improved connectivity, faster processing speeds and astounding developments in machine learning, AI is now part of our everyday life.

Stocks rebounded in April, paring more than half of the losses from the previous two months, amid stronger-than-expected economic and earnings data, and an easing of geopolitical tensions.

PULSE ONLINE recently caught up with Rick Redding, chief executive officer of the Index Industry Association. We asked him about the association’s work in representing the industry and the tasks ahead for providers in a market that’s quickly embracing indexing.

We have entered an era of machines with imagination and perception. Those of us in financial services are witnessing first-hand how artificial intelligence, new technologies and digital solutions are transforming our industry.