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Zephyr, a subsidiary of Informa plc, announced the launch of a limited webinar series titled Global Markets in View, aimed at financial advisors and wealth managers. The first webinar on March 10, 2022, will discuss the effects of Russian sanctions on the market. Notable panelists include Cameron Brandt and Ryan Nauman, and the session will be hosted by Christopher Volpe. Zephyr's platform provides crucial data and analysis, enhancing client engagement through tools like portfolio proposal generation and ESG analysis.

EPFR has launched the Fixed Income Flows and Holdings dataset, offering exclusive monthly fund-level securities data for over 50,000 fixed income securities. This new dataset enables clients to analyze bond ownership by various filters, enhancing investment strategies. Fund managers can now access data going back to 2018, which allows for detailed quantitative analysis. EPFR claims that this data provides predictive capabilities, as evidenced by its insights into bond trading activity related to Evergrande.

Warburg Pincus has acquired Pharma Intelligence from Informa PLC, with Mubadala Investment Company also investing in the deal. This acquisition targets the $22 billion pharma and life sciences analytics market, aiming to enhance Pharma Intelligence's product offerings and market positioning. Informa retains a 15% stake in the company. The deal includes a portfolio of specialized brands like Citeline and Biomedtracker, expected to complete in the first half of 2022, pending relevant regulatory approvals. The partnership seeks to leverage predictive analytics for healthcare solutions.

On December 15, 2021, Zephyr, a subsidiary of Informa plc, announced a partnership with AppCrown to integrate Salesforce Financial Services Cloud and other CRM systems with Zephyr's technology. This collaboration aims to streamline workflows for financial advisors by automating data aggregation and enhancing portfolio analytics. AppCrown's expertise in wealth management technology will facilitate seamless integration, reducing relationship acquisition costs for firms. Zephyr is recognized for its user-friendly platform and comprehensive resources, ensuring investment professionals can deliver exceptional client service.

Informa PLC has acquired NetLine Corporation, enhancing its B2B digital demand generation and audience development capabilities. Founded in 1994, NetLine offers a unique platform for lead management, attracting 125 million unique visitors and processing over 700,000 leads monthly, all without relying on third-party cookies. The acquisition is expected to improve customer engagement for Informa's extensive technology community. Gary Nugent, CEO of Informa Tech, emphasized the strategic importance of this partnership in understanding customer intent.

ON24 (NYSE: ONTF) supports businesses in enhancing customer connections through digital experiences. Informa Engage, its digital marketing division, hosted about 3,400 digital events in the past year, marking a 31% growth. The ON24 platform is pivotal for companies adapting to digital marketing, facilitating lead generation and revenue growth. Notable initiatives include 'Digital Weeks' in life sciences and 'Restaurants Rise' for the hospitality sector. With ON24's extensive client base, it continues to power significant digital transformations across various industries.

On Nov. 29, 2021, Zephyr, a subsidiary of Informa plc, launched Portfolio Performance, a performance measurement and benchmarking tool tailored for wealth managers and advisors. This tool efficiently analyzes performance across various levels, offering extensive benchmarking against over 1000 market indices. The platform integrates seamlessly with existing financial systems, ensuring accurate data management. With features that enhance customization and reporting, Portfolio Performance aims to empower financial professionals to improve client engagement and build trust in their services.

On November 11, 2021, EPFR announced a significant milestone: total global ETF assets have surpassed $10 trillion, reflecting heightened investor interest since the 2008 financial crisis. EPFR's data reveals that ETF assets grew from $2 billion in 2002 to this new peak, with $3 trillion added in 2021 alone. North American ETFs dominate, comprising 65% of total assets. Factors driving this growth include the popularity of Bitcoin ETFs and socially responsible investment trends. EPFR tracks over $53 trillion in assets, highlighting a robust growth trajectory for ETFs.

On October 14, 2021, Zephyr, a subsidiary of Informa, announced enhancements to its platform for financial advisors, enabling seamless integration of client portfolios regardless of account locations. Utilizing the PAIX™ technology, data transfer from custodians is streamlined, improving reporting and analysis capabilities. Chris Volpe emphasized that this advancement will facilitate client acquisition and retention. The platform is lauded for its user-friendly features, including performance reporting and ESG analysis tools, underscoring Zephyr's commitment to delivering essential resources for investment professionals.