The ETF will be managed by portfolio managers Robert Schramm-Fuchs and Marc Schartz, and will adopt a high conviction approach, investing in a concentrated actively managed portfolio of about 20 to 25 large and mid-cap European companies. The fund is style-agnostic and invests wherever the best opportunities exist across European equities, the firm said in a statement.

The fund, which will initially list on Xetra with ticker JCEU GY, followed by a listing on Borsa Italiana, will be available in all major European markets.

“Current valuations appear attractive and the dispersion of returns across different European equity markets and sectors present opportunities for active managers to enhance performance,” Schramm-Fuchs said.

This new launch extends Janus Henderson’s offering of active ETFs in Europe, following the announcement of its active ETF in the region in October 2024, with the launch of Janus Henderson Tabula Japan High Conviction Equity UCITS ETF (JCPN). “When we launched our first active ETF for European investors last month, we said it was just the beginning of our journey, and I am thrilled that we now have another product to offer to our clients,” Ignacio De La Maza, head of EMEA & LatAm client group at Janus Henderson, said.

Other wealth managers have also been launching a number of ETFs in Europe. Franklin Templeton has been expanding its ETF range in Europe, most recently with the launch of two Ireland-domiciled passively managed UCITS exchange-traded funds (ETFs) – the Franklin FTSE Emerging ex-China UCITS ETF and the Franklin FTSE Emerging Markets UCITS ETF. See more commentary here.

WineFi
, a digital fine wine investment platform in, has just partnered with Lympid, a digital asset platform known for its ability to unlock investment opportunities through blockchain technology. This collaboration enables clients to invest in fractionalised fine wine assets, making premium wine investment more accessible and attainable, the firm said in a statement.

In an era where fractional ownership is reshaping traditional investment sectors, WineFi’s partnership with Lympid enables new and seasoned investors to diversify their portfolios with fine wine assets at lower entry points. The joint effort introduces a modern investment approach to the fine wine market, integrating blockchain technology to bring transparency, liquidity, and ease to an investment area historically limited to high net worth individuals, the firm added.

Specialising in digital asset solutions, Lympid enables fractional ownership across various asset classes, including luxury collectables, competition show jumping horses, and now fine wine, by employing security protocols and an intuitive platform. The collaboration with WineFi marks an expansion of Lympid’s offerings, bringing its expertise in digital asset management and blockchain security to the world of fine wine.

"We are very bullish on the potential for tokenization to revolutionise the fine wine markets. Lympid's innovative model, which allows for instant liquidity for traditionally illiquid assets, is a game changer. We are really looking forward to working with the Lympid team to offer their client base access to diversified, expertly-curated portfolios of fine wine,” Callum Woodcock, CEO of WineFi said.

The WineFi and Lympid partnership will feature a selection of fine wines available in fractional shares, managed and backed by blockchain for transaction transparency and investor confidence. This approach aims to enhance liquidity in the fine wine market while ensuring each investor’s share is secure and verifiable. Investors can browse, purchase, and trade fine wine assets through the WineFi platform, supported by Lympid’s secure digital asset infrastructure.

"Partnering with WineFi allows Lympid clients to access fractionalised fine wine investments. This collaboration aligns with our mission to democratise the access to premium alternative investment assets, providing one of a kind opportunities in the world of fine wine,” João Lages, co-founder of Lympid, added. See more about WineFi here.