FTSE Russell
Coverage of FTSE Russell in the Nexus archive.
- The Wall Street equivalent of roster-cut day happens Friday. It’ll be one of the biggest volume days of the year.
FTSE Russell is conducting its semi-annual reconstitution, a process that could impact markets, according to analysts. The event is expected to be one of the year's highest-volume trading days.
- 10 Best Low-Cost Index Funds to Buy in 2026
The article discusses the debate among index providers over SpaceX's inclusion in major benchmarks following its high-profile IPO, highlighting changes in seasoning requirements and S&P Dow Jones Indices' decision not to revise its methodology. It concludes with a list of 10 low-cost index funds in 2026 with expense ratios of 0.07% or less.
- Vietnam’s economy is one of the fastest-growing in the world. Can it make the leap into the ranks of middle-income countries?
Vietnam's economy grew 8% last year, surpassing Malaysia and the Philippines, with a GDP of $527 billion. The country aims to achieve 10% annual growth by 2030 and high-income status by 2045, supported by sectors like manufacturing, real estate, and tourism. VinFast's electric vehicles and a U.S. tariff agreement are key factors in its economic momentum.
- NYC Comptroller Raises Concerns Over SpaceX Index Inclusion and Governance Structure
NYC Comptroller Mark Levine expressed concerns about SpaceX's fast-tracking into major financial indexes like MSCI Global Standard and FTSE Russell, citing the abandonment of traditional criteria such as seasoning periods and earnings track records. He also highlighted issues with SpaceX's governance structure, where a single individual holds dominant control with limited shareholder rights and no independent board oversight.
- SpaceX and other mega IPOs may wait years to join the S&P 500
The S&P 500 Index maintains a requirement for companies to be profitable, delaying the entry of mega-IPO candidates like SpaceX until they meet this criterion. SpaceX is projected to achieve profitability by 2027, potentially joining the index by 2028, while other AI-focused companies like Anthropic and OpenAI may face similar hurdles.
- Index Rule Changes for SpaceX IPO 'Odd': Todd Sohn
Todd Sohn, an ETF strategist at Strategas, notes that Nasdaq has implemented a rule change to reduce the time required for newly public companies to join its index, with S&P Dow Jones and FTSE Russell considering similar adjustments. This follows reports of anticipated major IPOs from SpaceX, OpenAI, and Anthropic.