BlackRock's Small Says He's Not Scared of a Zero-Fee ETF

The video discusses the introduction of zero fee mutual funds by Fidelity and the speculation around free ETFs. It explores the challenges and skepticism associated with free ETFs, highlighting the economic implications and potential loss of control over customer acquisition. Fidelity's strategy focuses on acquiring customers through controlled mutual funds. The potential impact of zero fee ETFs on the market and investor behavior is considered, along with the challenges faced by financial advisors in the evolving market. Concerns about indexing, regulation, and non-traditional ETFs are also addressed.

How does the speaker perceive the future of the ETF market amidst competition?

What are the key factors that financial advisors should focus on according to the speaker?

What concerns are raised regarding the regulation of ETFs?