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As trusted voices in the ETF and asset management space, Blackwater’s insights and commentary are regularly featured in leading financial publications and media outlets. Explore a selection of recent interviews, opinion pieces, and press coverage from across the global investment industry.

Press releases

COVID-19 spurred positive changes in ETF Distribution model

The COVID-19 pandemic had a profound impact on the ETF distribution model, resulting in positive changes that have enhanced client engagement, prompted digital investment and forced sales teams to adapt to evolving client demands, according to a report published today.
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ETF Distribution model changed for good after Covid

More hybrid sales teams with smarter, data-driven marketing and sales integration forecasted going forward, according to a report led by Blackwater Search & Advisory and FLX Distribution.
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European mutual fund managers unconcerned by growth of ETFs

Despite the fact mutual fund managers do not perceive the ETF vehicle as a threat, more than half of those surveyed think that their competitors will launch an ETF offering at some stage.
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ETF surge sparks alarm and opportunity among European Fund Managers

In a rapidly evolving investment landscape, European mutual fund managers are increasingly voicing their concerns and recognising opportunities presented by the surge in Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs). According to recent data by consultancy BLACKWATER, 62% of European mutual fund managers are now expressing apprehension regarding the growth of ETFs, a significant increase from 18% reported in 2021.
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In The Press

ETF growth is exposing a talent infrastructure gap: Blackwater

By Beverly Chandler | May 19, 2026
Blackwater says ETF growth is increasingly constrained by a shortage of specialist ETF talent needed to launch, trade, distribute, and operate ETFs at scale.

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'Shy active ETFs' could damage industry reputation, expert warns

By Amy Sood | September 9, 2025
“Active” ETFs that closely track their benchmarks are putting the industry’s reputation at risk, an expert warns.

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Active ETFs face sales skills shortage

By Jessica Tasman-Jones | September 1, 2025
Asset managers expanding into active exchange traded funds are facing a shortage of sales staff to fill roles, experts have said.

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The ETF roles paying $500k, and Woodford’s never-ending saga

By David Ricketts | August 21 2025
Catch up on all this week’s asset management news.

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Europe’s war for ETF talent pushes top salaries above $500,000

By David Ricketts | August 21 2025
Capital markets roles across ETF firms are among the best-paid in Europe.

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The ETF roles paying $500k, and Woodford’s never-ending saga

By David Ricketts | August 21 2025
Catch up on all this week’s asset management news.

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Read the fine print on tokenised ETFs

By Jamie Gordon | July 28 2025
How Robinhood is offering European investors access to the world's largest ETF.

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ETF salaries soar as new entrants drive competition

By Dom Lawson | June 11 2025
ETF pay in Europe is rising as new entrants fuel competition for talent.

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Blackwater survey: ETF professionals earning average of $339,000

By Senad Karaahmetovic | June 11 2025
Blackwater’s 2025 ETF Salary Survey: average pay $339K, top roles $1M+, widening gender gaps.

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Europe Leads ETF Industry Compensation Growth

By DJ Shaw | June 11 2025
Europe drives ETF pay growth, with traders and C-Suite earning top salaries, but gender gaps persist.

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Europe Leads ETF Industry Compensation Growth

By DJ Shaw | June 11 2025
Europe drives ETF pay growth, with traders and C-Suite earning top salaries, but gender gaps persist.

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Europe on the verge of active ETF ‘tsunami’

By David Ricketts | February 13, 2025
Hector McNeil, co-CEO of HANetf, said ‘every European asset manager is looking’ at rolling out active ETFs.

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