Getting Thematic with ETFs

Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) have exploded in popularity over the past two decades. Globally, there's now nearly US$15 trillion in assets under management (AUM) across over 13,000 listed ETFs.

Many of these ETFs can give investors exposure to emerging thematic trends as well as specific country or sector exposure. But how does this landscape function and what are the best thematic opportunities out there for investors in the rest of 2025 and into 2026?

Join Tim as he uncovers the fast-paced world of thematic ETF investing and how best to assess structural themes you can take advantage of.

Key takeaways you can't miss:
• Why ETFs are now the "wrapper" of choice for investment managers launching new products
• Which thematic ETFs have been popular in 2025 and what’s set to be in vogue in 2026
• Structural trends that are driving flows in the thematic ETF world

Speaker profile:
Tim has over 15 years in the investment industry in various roles, including at Schroders, The Motley Fool, and CGS International. He has built out deep experience and insights on everything from Asian equities and Asian fixed income to Asian multi-asset and global equities.
Tim has done extensive outreach on the benefits of long-term investing and wealth accumulation with a longer-term view. He is also a certified SGX Academy Trainer.
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