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Pedro joined Global X in 2019 as a Research Analyst covering the Thematic Growth suite of ETFs, including those in the Technology, People, and Infrastructure categories. Prior to joining Global X, Pedro held the role of Equity Research Analyst at Cabot Wealth Management where he worked on the firm’s growth-oriented investment strategy, utilizing ETFs to construct multi-asset class portfolios. Pedro earned his MBA from the Bertolon School of Business at Salem State University and a BA from Universidad Católica Andrés Bello (UCAB) in Venezuela. Pedro is fluent in Spanish and conversational in Italian. Follow Pedro on Twitter @PPalandrani_gx.
The competitive landscape of generative artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly evolving and becoming increasingly crowded, as companies and research institutions invest heavily ... By Pedro Palandrani
The advent of generative artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to revolutionize myriad industries, making this is a trend that investors should ... By Pedro Palandrani
Generative artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to transform many industries and revolutionize the way we live and work. As this technology ... By Pedro Palandrani
It’s not often we see technologies gain exponential adoption and attention in a very short time frame the same way OpenAI’s ChatGPT ... By Pedro Palandrani
TRANSCRIPT: Millissa Allen: Hi everyone, and thank you for joining us for today’s webcast, Investing in Sustainably Related Themes, sponsored by Global ... By Pedro Palandrani, Alec Lucas, & Yili Wu
Director of Research Pedro Palandrani explains the two-step process behind thematic investing and how we approach launching new Thematic Growth ETFs at ...
We consider Warren Buffett a pretty wise and successful investor. So in analyzing current investor perceptions about thematic growth, we looked at ... By Scott Helfstein, PhD & Pedro Palandrani
Growing competition for user attention, a weaker economy, and rising inflation are all hurdles for social media companies to overcome in the ... By Tejas Dessai & Pedro Palandrani
Recent technological advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) have companies diversifying their revenue streams across the value chain. Firms continue to expand their ... By Laura Simeonova & Pedro Palandrani
TRANSCRIPT: Natalie Noel 00:01 Hi everyone and thank you for joining us for today’s webcast, Thematic Investing: The Energy Transition Accelerates, sponsored ... By Pedro Palandrani & Alec Lucas
Data center and cellular tower REITs form the backbone of the digital and wireless technologies that we use every day. And they ... By Laura Simeonova & Pedro Palandrani
The Global X Research Team is pleased to release the April 2022 edition of the Thematic ETF Report. The report recaps Global ... By Laura Simeonova & Pedro Palandrani
On April 28th, 2022, we listed the Global X Metaverse ETF (VR) on Nasdaq. VR is designed to provide exposure to companies ... By Pedro Palandrani
The causal relationship between human activities and rising greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and temperatures is “unequivocal,” according to the Intergovernmental Panel on ... By Global X Research Team
On April 13th 2022, we listed the Global X Green Building ETF (GRNR) on Nasdaq. GRNR is designed to provide exposure to ... By Global X Research Team
Autonomous Vehicle (AVs) technology has improved dramatically in recent years, supported by large investments by auto manufacturers, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and ... By Laura Simeonova, Pedro Palandrani
Editor’s Note: Hover over terms in sea green for a pop-out glossary definition. Full glossary also included at the end with terms listed ... By Pedro Palandrani
The Global X research team is pleased to release the February 2022 edition of the Thematic ETF Report. The report recaps Global ... By Global X Research Team
While many investors may be familiar with cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin and ether, investors are oftentimes less familiar with the burgeoning ecosystem ... By Pedro Palandrani
The Global X research team is pleased to release the Q4 2021 edition of the Thematic ETF Report. By Pedro Palandrani
Read this month's edition of The Next Big Theme: A regular pulse on disruptive trends by Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani
Read this month's edition of The Next Big Theme: A regular pulse on disruptive trends by Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani
On November 16, 2021, the Global X Blockchain and Bitcoin Strategy ETF (BITS) began trading on Nasdaq. BITS is an actively managed ... By Global X Research Team
Congress passed the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. We believe spending will translate to revenues for thematically exposed companies. By Global X Research Team
In October 2008, a mysterious whitepaper touting a potentially revolutionary monetary concept made its way to a cryptography mailing list. In a ... By Global X Research Team
The Global X research team is pleased to release the Q3 2021 edition of the Thematic ETF Report. By Pedro Palandrani
Read this month's edition of The Next Big Theme: A regular pulse on disruptive trends by Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani
What is the metaverse and why is it the likely successor to today’s internet? And which themes are best positioned to benefit ... By Pedro Palandrani
Solar power is a rapidly growing clean energy source that is helping drive market capture of fossil fuel energy sources. By Global X Research Team
Transitioning to wind energy and other clean energy sources is vital for decarbonization and climate change mitigation. By Global X Research Team
Read this month's edition of The Next Big Theme: A regular pulse on disruptive trends by Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani, Andrew Little
Research Analyst Pedro Palandrani explores the outlook for electric vehicle (EV) demand and how battery technology and lithium production should be catalysts ...
Achieving net-zero emissions is among the most pressing & globally shared objectives of the 21st century. Hydrogen is key to these plans. By Global X Research Team
AgTech and Food Innovation are playing central roles in facilitating the shift to more sustainable production and consumption patterns. By Global X Research Team
On July 14th, 2021, we listed the Global X Blockchain ETF (BKCH) on Nasdaq. BKCH seeks to invest in companies that are ... By Pedro Palandrani
Read this month's edition of The Next Big Theme: A regular pulse on disruptive trends by Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani, Andrew Little
The Global X research team is pleased to release the Q2 2021 edition of the Thematic ETF Report. By Pedro Palandrani
Research Analyst Pedro Palandrani discusses the acceleration in video games and esports engagement and why he believes this is just the beginning ...
2020 was a watershed year for global cannabis markets despite the backdrop of COVID-19. By Global X Research Team
These four companies could play a role in developing U.S. infrastructure. By Global X Research Team
The electric vehicle supply chain is reaching an inflection point as the shift away from internal combustion engines accelerates. By Pedro Palandrani
Read this month's edition of The Next Big Theme: A regular pulse on disruptive trends by Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani, Andrew Little
Read this month's edition of The Next Big Theme: A regular pulse on disruptive trends by Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani, Andrew Little
Thematic investments that target specific areas that could thrive in New Normal Economy may be well-positioned for multi-year growth. By Jay Jacobs, Morgane Delledonne & Pedro Palandrani
Telemedicine and digital health became critical during the pandemic. Yet, the transition to value-based healthcare points to a bright future. By Pedro Palandrani
Read this month's edition of The Next Big Theme: A regular pulse on disruptive trends by Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani
The Global X research team is pleased to release the Q1 2021 edition of the Thematic ETF Report. By Pedro Palandrani
Read this month's edition of The Next Big Theme: A regular pulse on disruptive trends by Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani
As pivotal and successful as 2020 was, we believe that it was just part of the industry’s growth journey, and not its ... By Pedro Palandrani
FinTech’s scope continues to increase. As it grows, we believe investors should broaden their view of FinTech. By Pedro Palandrani
Read this month's edition of The Next Big Theme: A regular pulse on disruptive trends by Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani
A look at four companies in the rapidly emerging field of Cybersecurity. By Pedro Palandrani
Read this month's edition of The Next Big Theme: A regular pulse on disruptive trends by Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani
On January 13th, we introduced the Global X Adaptive U.S. Risk Management ETF (ONOF) on NYSE. Read more here. By Pedro Palandrani
The Global X research team is pleased to release the Q4 2020 edition of the Thematic ETF Report. By Pedro Palandrani
Over the course of the pandemic, businesses increasingly turned to robotics as a viable solution to protect consumers and employees. By Pedro Palandrani
Read this month's edition of The Next Big Theme: A regular pulse on disruptive trends by Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani
The four companies highlighted here represent key aspects of the growing and evolving lithium and battery technology ecosystem By Pedro Palandrani
With widespread internet connectivity we now live in a digital world where many of the world’s leading companies derive their value from ... By Pedro Palandrani
Read this month's edition of The Next Big Theme: A regular pulse on disruptive trends by Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani
On 10/29, we introduced VPN, which invests in companies expected to benefit from the development of 5G, cloud computing, and other technologies. By Pedro Palandrani
Read this month's edition of The Next Big Theme: A regular pulse on disruptive trends by Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani
The Global X research team is pleased to release the Q3 2020 edition of the Thematic ETF Report. By Pedro Palandrani
Read this month's edition of The Next Big Theme: A regular pulse on disruptive trends by Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani
Despite the seemingly near ubiquity of e-commerce, a new era of growth is arriving driven by new categories, consumers, and technologies. By Pedro Palandrani
Read this month's edition of The Next Big Theme: A regular pulse on disruptive trends by Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani
Read this month's edition of The Next Big Theme: A regular pulse on disruptive trends by Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani
In this piece, we explore the global education industry, examining current drivers and future growth prospects. By Pedro Palandrani
The Global X research team is pleased to release the Q2 2020 edition of the Thematic ETF Report. By Pedro Palandrani
For EVs to successfully achieve their full potential, the entire supply chain must be carefully calibrated to meet rising EV demand. By Pedro Palandrani
Pedro Palandrani, Research Analyst at Global X ETFs, examines where technology is disrupting traditional economic sectors and how investors might plan for ...
Pedro Palandrani, Research Analyst at Global X ETFs, explains why we developed our classification system for thematic investing and how it may ...
Read this month's edition of The Next Big Theme: A regular pulse on disruptive trends by Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani
Beyond simply playing a game, the four companies we highlight here exemplify the ongoing transformation of the industry. By Pedro Palandrani
The COVID-19 pandemic is proving to be an accelerant for many long-term structural trends. Read our insights and perspectives here. By Pedro Palandrani
Read this month's edition of The Next Big Theme: A regular pulse on disruptive trends by Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani
The recent increase in cannabis sales in the U.S. and Canada since COVID-19 reflects the non-cyclical nature of cannabis sales. By Pedro Palandrani
Research Analyst, Pedro Palandrani, discusses the rise of 5G, cloud computing, and robotics — and what they might mean for the future ...
As the Internet of Things brings millions of devices online, it also introduces new types of risks and vulnerabilities. By Pedro Palandrani
Read this month's edition of The Next Big Theme: A regular pulse on disruptive trends by Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani
The Global X research team is pleased to release the Q1 2020 edition of the Thematic ETF Report. The report recaps Global ... By Pedro Palandrani
Millennials, defined as those born roughly between 1980-2000, are about to see the oldest of this age group turn 40, with the ... By Pedro Palandrani
With most of the internet-connected world already on social media, these platforms now focus on maximizing the revenue generated from each user By Pedro Palandrani
An update on Thematic Growth valuation analysis based on Price-to-Sales-to-Growth metrics and more. By Pedro Palandrani
In this piece, we look at how exogenous risks such as trade conflicts and, now, the COVID-19 crisis have companies rethinkink their ... By Pedro Palandrani
Read this month's edition of The Next Big Theme: A regular pulse on disruptive trends by Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani
Introducing Theme Lab, a new boots-on-the-ground research series from Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani
In this piece, we explore what the 2020 console upgrade cycle means for the industry and how cloud gaming may support positive ... By Pedro Palandrani
Read this month's edition of The Next Big Theme: A regular pulse on disruptive trends by Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani
In this piece, we review major innovations over the last decade and anticipate what revolutionary changes may be in store for us ... By Pedro Palandrani
In this piece, we share our highlights from CES and elaborate on the trends that are reshaping technology in 2020. By Jay Jacobs, CFA, Pedro Palandrani
Q4 2019 update to the Global X classification system for disruptive themes and the thematic ETFs that track them. By Pedro Palandrani
In this webcast, the Global X research team discusses the latest research on disruptive themes.
While attempting to accurately time a recession can be a futile exercise, adequate preparation can help investors weather the eventual storm. By Pedro Palandrani
Read this month's edition of The Next Big Theme: A regular pulse on disruptive trends by Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani
For this post, we interviewed Joe Lowry, also known as “Mr. Lithium,” to get his unique insights and views of the lithium ... By Pedro Palandrani
On November 25th, the Global X GURU Index ETF (GURU) underwent its quarterly rebalance. The November 2019 GURU Report can be found ... By Pedro Palandrani
Read this month's edition of The Next Big Theme: A regular pulse on disruptive trends by Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani
In this piece, we analyze the global video game ecosystem and its growth prospects as a disruptive theme in digital content. By Pedro Palandrani
On October 29th, 2019, the Global X Cybersecurity ETF (BUG) began trading on NASDAQ. BUG seeks to invest in companies that could ... By Pedro Palandrani
The report introduces Global X’s thorough classification system for disruptive themes and the thematic ETFs that track them. By Jay Jacobs, CFA Pedro Palandrani
Read this month's edition of The Next Big Theme: A regular pulse on disruptive trends by Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani
In this piece, we look the at the recent progress and advances made in conversational AI, and provide some examples of its ... By Pedro Palandrani
In this piece, we explore a variety of use cases that are expanding the potential market for cannabis demand around the world ... By Pedro Palandrani
Regulatory overhaul, changes in public opinion, and a large, proven addressable market makes cannabis an attractive theme in its early stages. By Pedro Palandrani
Read this month's edition of The Next Big Theme: A regular pulse on disruptive trends by Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani
On August 23rd, the Global X GURU Index ETF (GURU) underwent its quarterly rebalance. The August 2019 GURU Report can be found here. By Pedro Palandrani
In this piece, we look at the current state of Big Tech regulation and explore various policy approaches. By Jay Jacobs, CFA Pedro Palandrani Chelsea Rodstrom Rohan Reddy
Read this month's edition of The Next Big Theme: A regular pulse on disruptive trends by Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani
While there is a perception that online shopping has become virtually ubiquitous, in Q1 2019, penetration rates were still low. By Pedro Palandrani
In this piece, we explore some of the key drivers and developments in the FinTech space that are propelling this disruptive theme. By Pedro Palandrani
Read this month's edition of The Next Big Theme: A regular pulse on disruptive trends by Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani
Technological advancements are enabling robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) to play an increasingly impactful role By Pedro Palandrani
Read this month's edition of The Next Big Theme: A regular pulse on disruptive trends by Global X ETFs. By Pedro Palandrani
The Internet of Things (IoT) is ripe to transform many sectors of the global economy, receiving a powerful tailwind from the launch ... By Pedro Palandrani
Millennials are slowly, but surely making an indelible mark on the world’s largest economy. By Pedro Palandrani
In this post, we analyze EVs, batteries, and lithium demand to better understand the current and future state of this industry. By Pedro Palandrani
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