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Cybersecurity ETF sees 500% inflow surge as pandemic shoves more work online

Cyber criminals have spotted an opportunity to exploit vulnerabilities in at-home systems – increasing demand for defences

Thursday, 14 May 2020 at 00:01

Cybersecurity ETF sees 500% inflow surge as pandemic shoves more work online
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The Covid-19 crisis has been a major headache for the asset management sector — most investment houses have bled heavy outflows and seen revenues plunge as investors wait out the turmoil.

Not so for those offering exposure to online security firms. Exchange traded funds in such specialist companies are experiencing a boom.