M&G launches a range of active ETFs with an initial investment of 350 million pounds
9 DEC, 2025
By Joanna Piwko from RankiaPro Europe
M&G Investments has introduced the first funds of a new range of actively managed ETFs, with an initial investment of 350 million pounds sterling from M&G's Life business and its multi-asset strategies. The initiative seeks to broaden access to its active management capabilities and reinforces its leadership in the UK, while also accelerating its expansion plans in Europe.
The initial series will be managed by M&G's fixed income division, which manages 137,000 million pounds, and will consist of three funds: M&G UK Index-Linked Gilts Active UCITS ETF, M&G UK Gilts Active UCITS ETF and M&G US Treasury Bond Active UCITS ETF. The two British gilt ETFs will be available exclusively to UK investors, while the US Treasury debt ETF will also be marketed in Germany, France, Spain and Italy.
The three vehicles will be managed by Miles Tym and Rob Burrows, and will rely on M&G's internal analysis to provide accurate exposure to their respective fixed income segments.
Upcoming launches
Soon, M&G will expand the range with the M&G Global Maxima Equity UCITS ETF, managed by Gautham Samarth and Michael Cook from the firm's equity business, which manages 102,000 million euros. This fund will incorporate machine learning technology into company analysis.
By combining active management with the efficient structure of ETFs, M&G highlights greater accessibility and transparency, as well as liquidity derived from real-time trading, facilitating more informed decisions and more flexible portfolios. The range is based on an approach of proprietary analysis that integrates rigorous fundamental research, internal models and the knowledge of a global team of sector specialists.
The fact that we have brought M&G's active ETFs to Spain reflects our commitment to meet the specific needs of investors on the Iberian Peninsula. These solutions combine the advantages of active management with the practical features of ETFs, thus offering a format that fits the local demand for regulated, transparent and profitable investment options. This launch strengthens our presence in the region and supports our ambition to offer innovative strategies adapted to European markets.
Alicia García Santos, responsible for the Iberian Peninsula at M&G Investments
This is a strategic milestone for M&G, bringing our active management expertise to the large-scale ETF arena, combining precise portfolio configuration with accessibility and efficiency for investors. Our long track record in generating alpha through disciplined, analysis-based strategies uniquely positions us to transfer decades of active management experience to the structure of active ETFs. We enter the market with conviction, with strategies that are not restricted by benchmark indices and are designed to navigate complexity. In the face of increasing demand for flexible, high-quality investment solutions, M&G offers differentiated exposure and reaffirms its commitment to innovation.
Joseph Pinto, CEO of M&G Investments
We are excited to allocate funds to three active M&G ETFs, each with specific exposure to a different public debt market. This approach allows our multi-asset portfolios to directly capture the alpha generated by our active strategies, while keeping the cost to the client low. The ETF structure also brings efficiencies in terms of trading and liquidity, so they are a flexible solution for both long-term investment and tactical positioning. By combining the strengths of active management with the practical advantages offered by ETFs, we increase the value for our Life business customers and ensure that our portfolios remain agile and competitive in today's dynamic markets.
Ciaran Mulligan, Investment Director at M&G Life
