Barclays Global Investors (BGI)
is one of the world's largest
asset managers and a leading global provider of investment management products and services.
BGI offers structured investment strategies such as indexing, global asset allocation
and risk-controlled active products including hedge funds; provides related investment services such as securities lending, cash management and portfolio transition services. In addition, BGI is the global leader in assets and products in the exchange traded funds business, with over 140 funds for institutions and individuals trading in eleven markets globally. BGI's investment philosophy is founded on managing all dimensions of performance: a consistent focus on
controlling risk, return and cost.