The Week in ETFs: Rising recession odds have investors on edge, but ETF flows show a disconnect.

The video discusses the market's reaction to the yield curve inversion, highlighting ETF flows and the performance of equities. Dan Egan provides insights into behavioral finance, emphasizing the impact of news cycles on investor behavior. The discussion also covers ETF investor reactions to recession indicators, with a focus on technology and energy stocks. Global events, such as the Hong Kong protests, are examined for their impact on ETFs. Finally, the video explores the asset management industry's fee wars and cash management strategies in a changing interest rate environment.

What was the market's overall performance after the yield curve inversion?

• The market dropped by 5%

• The market decreased by 3%

• The market remained stable

• The market increased by 3%

What is the role of news in influencing allocator behavior according to Dan Egan?

• News always leads to panic selling

• News encourages more buying

• News creates more noise than signal

• News has no impact on allocator behavior

Which sectors do ETF investors focus on during times of potential recession?

• Healthcare and Utilities

• Technology and Energy

• Real Estate and Consumer Goods

• Financials and Industrials

What is the main concern for people nearing retirement during market volatility?

• High inflation rates

• Double whammy of equity market hit and low rates

• High unemployment rates

• Lack of investment opportunities

How did the Hong Kong protests affect the EWH fund?

• The fund gained 20% in assets

• The fund's trading volume decreased

• The fund lost close to 40% of its assets

• The fund remained unaffected

What is a common strategy used by asset management firms in a low-rate environment?

• Reducing customer service

• Offering high-yield savings accounts

• Increasing management fees

• Investing in high-risk assets

How do firms like Betterment attract investors in a falling rate environment?

• By reducing investment options

• By charging higher fees

• By offering lower interest rates

• By promoting high-yield savings accounts