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FYI: WisdomTree Explains its Approach to Smart BetaWisdomTree makes the case for its line of “smart beta” ETFs in the new whitepaper WisdomTree and Smart Beta. After explaining the concurrent rise of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and passive indexing, the paper’s authors examine some of the shortcomings of using market capitalization to weight index components. Finally, the paper outlines WisdomTree’s unique approach to alternative indexing and the benefits investors and advisors can expect to receive from investing in WisdomTree smart-beta ETFs.
