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UK assets in retail ETFs more than double that of a year ago, says iShares

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Money in UK ETFs keeps rising
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The exchange-traded funds (ETFs) sector continues to expand, with UK retail the latest market segment to see substantial growth, according to ETF provider iShares, which reported a 106% increase in assets held in UK wrap platforms last year.

The increase is partly attributed to the rising number of independent financial advisers (IFAs) that recommend the funds for their clients' portfolios.

"Historically, there have been advisers who have used iShares tactically to complete a portfolio or implem

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