Evan Metcalf

Derivatives should not be a “dirty word” for investors looking for better returns, capital protection and diversification at a time when volatility and higher inflation appear here to stay, according to Atlantic House Group’s Andrew Lakeman and Global X’s Evan Metcalf.

After ETF Securities was purchased by global financial services group Mirae Asset and repackaged as Global X ETFs Australia, the provider undertook a broad review of its pricing and slashed management fees to capitalise on fixed income opportunities.