BlackRock is anticipating strong activity from SMSF trustees for its new proposition, the iShares Core suite of exchange-traded funds (ETF), which comprises two newly launched ETFs

AMP Capital has entered into a partnership with exchange-traded fund issuer BetaShares and in the coming months will launch an initial three exchange-traded managed funds suitable for SMSF trustees and self-directed investors.

The continued interest in exchange-traded funds (ETF) from SMSF trustees had generated a stronger need and desire for financial advice and expertise, according to an industry paper.

SMSFs holding exchange-traded funds (ETF) were more likely to favour ETFs for access to overseas markets than ETF users, according to a joint report by BetaShares and Investment Trends.