GITNUXREPORT 2026

Etf Industry Statistics

The global ETF industry has reached record highs, demonstrating significant growth and widespread adoption.

Rajesh Patel

Team Lead & Senior Researcher with over 15 years of experience in market research and data analytics.

First published: Feb 13, 2026

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Global ETF assets under management (AUM) surpassed $12 trillion for the first time in Q3 2023, marking a 20% year-over-year increase.

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U.S. ETF AUM hit $8.1 trillion by end of 2023, representing 66% of global ETF market.

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European ETF/ETP AUM grew to €1.7 trillion in 2023, up 15% from prior year.

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Asia-Pacific ETF AUM exceeded $1.2 trillion in mid-2024, driven by Japan and China markets.

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Active ETF AUM in the U.S. reached $500 billion in 2023, doubling from 2020 levels.

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Fixed income ETFs globally held $2.1 trillion AUM as of Q2 2024.

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Equity ETFs accounted for 72% of total global ETF AUM at $9 trillion in 2023.

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Commodity ETFs AUM stood at $1.5 trillion worldwide in late 2023.

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U.S. listed ETF AUM grew by $1.7 trillion in 2023 alone.

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Canadian ETF AUM surpassed CAD 300 billion in 2023, up 25% YoY.

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Australian ETF AUM reached AUD 150 billion by end-2023.

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Brazil ETF AUM grew to BRL 50 billion in 2023 amid market volatility.

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Smart beta ETF AUM globally hit $1.4 trillion in Q1 2024.

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ESG ETF AUM worldwide exceeded $400 billion in 2023.

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Leveraged and inverse ETF AUM in U.S. was $120 billion in 2023.

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Multi-asset ETFs AUM reached $300 billion globally in 2023.

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U.K. ETF AUM stood at £250 billion in 2023.

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Indian ETF AUM surpassed INR 500 billion in FY2023.

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South Korean ETF AUM hit KRW 100 trillion in 2023.

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Thematic ETFs AUM grew to $250 billion globally by Q2 2024.

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Buffer ETFs AUM in U.S. reached $40 billion in 2023.

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Crypto ETP AUM exceeded $50 billion in Europe by 2024.

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Target-date ETFs AUM hit $20 billion in U.S. 2023.

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Volatility ETFs AUM was $15 billion globally in 2023.

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Covered call ETFs AUM surpassed $30 billion in U.S. 2023.

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U.S. 401(k) plans allocated 25% to ETFs with $1.2 trillion AUM in 2023.

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Robo-advisor ETF AUM reached $200 billion globally in 2023.

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Pension fund ETF holdings totaled $800 billion in U.S. 2023.

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Hedge fund ETF usage AUM was $150 billion in 2023.

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Retail investor ETF AUM in U.S. hit $2.5 trillion in 2023.

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ETFs captured 45% of U.S. equity fund AUM by 2023.

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55 million Americans owned ETFs in 2023, up 20% from 2020.

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Institutional investors hold 40% of U.S. ETF AUM in 2023.

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Retail ownership of ETFs rose to 35% of shares outstanding 2023.

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401(k) ETF allocation avg 20% in 2023 plans.

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Women ETF investors grew 30% to 45% of retail base 2023.

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Millennials represent 40% of new ETF account openings 2023.

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Robo-advisors 70% ETF allocation avg in 2023.

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Pension funds increased ETF allocation to 15% avg 2023.

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Wirehouse advisors ETF usage 60% of portfolios 2023.

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Global ETF market share of total fund AUM: 10% in 2023.

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U.S. RIA firms 80% use ETFs in client portfolios 2023.

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ESG ETF adoption by institutions: 25% AUM allocation 2023.

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Crypto ETP trading volume doubled to 5% of equity ETF vol 2024.

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Target-date fund ETF wrappers 30% market share 2023.

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Hedge funds using ETFs for liquidity: 50% in 2023 surveys.

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Average holding period for ETFs: 1.5 years retail 2023.

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ETF options trading volume hit 50 million contracts daily 2023.

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Direct indexing shifting 10% to ETF cores in 2023.

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Family offices ETF allocation avg 25% in 2023.

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Non-U.S. investor ETF ownership in U.S. ETFs: 20% 2023.

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ETF model portfolio usage by advisors: 70% in 2023.

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Sustainable investing ETF preference: 40% retail investors 2023.

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ETF tax efficiency premium: 1-2% annual advantage over MFs 2023.

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Global trading days ETF vol exceeded $100B avg 2023.

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Globally, ETF AUM grew at 15% CAGR from 2018-2023 to $11 trillion.

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U.S. saw 450 new ETF launches in 2023, highest since 2021.

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Europe registered 280 new ETF/ETP listings in 2023.

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Asia ex-Japan launched 120 ETFs in 2023.

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Total global ETF launches reached 1,200 in 2023.

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U.S. ETF closures numbered 250 in 2023, down 10% from 2022.

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Active ETFs launched 150 new products in U.S. 2023.

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Fixed income ETF launches globally: 300 in 2023.

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ESG ETF launches hit 200 worldwide in 2023.

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Thematic ETF launches surged to 400 globally in 2023.

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Crypto ETF approvals led to 20 new U.S. launches in 2024.

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Leveraged ETF launches: 50 in U.S. 2023.

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Smart beta new ETFs: 180 globally 2023.

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Canada ETF launches: 60 in 2023.

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Australia new ETF listings: 40 in 2023.

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India ETF launches doubled to 25 in FY2023.

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Total U.S. ETFs available: 3,000+ by end-2023.

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Europe ETF count reached 2,500 in 2023.

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Global ETF universe expanded to 8,500 products in 2023.

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Closures in Europe: 100 ETFs delisted in 2023.

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U.S. semi-transparent active ETFs launched 100 in 2023.

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Buffer strategy ETF launches: 30 in U.S. 2023.

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Covered call new launches: 25 in 2023.

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Volatility ETP launches: 15 globally 2023.

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Target maturity bond ETF launches: 40 in 2023.

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Multi-factor ETF new products: 50 in 2023.

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U.S. ETF industry saw net 200 launches after closures in 2023.

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Global ETF net creations: 900 in 2023.

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Year-to-date 2024 U.S. launches: 200 by Q2.

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Global net ETF inflows reached $1.2 trillion in 2023.

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U.S. ETF net inflows hit $800 billion in 2023.

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Europe saw €150 billion net ETF inflows in 2023.

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Equity ETFs captured 60% of global inflows at $720 billion in 2023.

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Fixed income ETF inflows globally: $350 billion in 2023.

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U.S. bond ETF inflows reached $250 billion in 2023.

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ESG ETF net inflows: $100 billion worldwide 2023.

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Active ETF U.S. inflows: $150 billion in 2023.

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Bitcoin ETF U.S. inflows: $15 billion in first month 2024.

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Gold ETF outflows globally: $20 billion in 2023.

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Tech sector ETF inflows U.S.: $200 billion 2023.

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Emerging markets ETF inflows: $50 billion global 2023.

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Dividend ETF inflows U.S.: $40 billion in 2023.

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Value ETF inflows surged $100 billion U.S. 2023.

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Growth ETF outflows U.S.: $30 billion late 2023.

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Canada ETF net inflows: CAD 25 billion 2023.

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Australia ETF inflows: AUD 20 billion 2023.

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Leveraged ETF net outflows U.S.: $10 billion 2023.

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Smart beta ETF inflows: $120 billion global 2023.

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Thematic ETF inflows: $80 billion worldwide 2023.

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High yield bond ETF inflows: $60 billion U.S. 2023.

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Treasury ETF inflows U.S.: $150 billion 2023.

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Commodity ETF net outflows: $50 billion global 2023.

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International equity ETF inflows U.S.: $70 billion 2023.

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Small-cap ETF inflows U.S.: $25 billion 2023.

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Real estate ETF inflows: $15 billion global 2023.

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Healthcare sector ETF inflows U.S.: $50 billion 2023.

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Energy ETF outflows: $20 billion U.S. 2023.

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U.S. ETF average 1-year return was 18.5% as of Dec 2023.

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S&P 500 ETF average return: 24% in 2023.

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Global equity ETF avg 1-yr return: 15.2% end-2023.

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U.S. bond ETF avg return: 5.8% in 2023.

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Investment grade corporate ETF avg YTD return Q2 2024: 2.1%.

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High yield bond ETF avg 1-yr return: 13.5% 2023.

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Gold ETF avg return: 13% in 2023.

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Tech sector ETF avg return U.S.: 45% 2023.

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Value ETFs outperformed growth by 15% in 2023 U.S.

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Emerging markets ETF avg return: 10% global 2023.

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Dividend ETF avg yield: 3.2% with 8% total return 2023.

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ESG ETF avg underperformed benchmarks by 1.5% in 2023.

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Active ETFs avg outperformance: 2% vs passive in 2023 U.S.

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Leveraged 2x S&P ETF avg return: 45% 2023.

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Bitcoin ETF avg YTD return Q2 2024: 30%.

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Small-cap ETF avg return U.S.: 16% 2023.

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Real estate ETF avg return: -5% in 2023.

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Energy sector ETF avg return: 5% U.S. 2023.

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Healthcare ETF avg return: 10% U.S. 2023.

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Smart beta ETF avg alpha: 1.2% over 5 years to 2023.

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Volatility ETF avg return: -10% in 2023.

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Covered call ETF avg yield: 8-12% annualized 2023.

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Treasury ETF avg return: 4.5% U.S. 2023.

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International ETF avg return U.S. investors: 12% 2023.

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60/40 portfolio ETF avg return: 15% 2023.

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Buffer ETF avg return: 8-10% with downside protection 2023.

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Multi-asset ETF avg Sharpe ratio: 0.8 in 2023.

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Commodity ETF avg return ex-gold: 2% 2023.

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U.S. ETFs beat mutual funds by 1.5% avg annualized over 10 years to 2023.

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The global ETF market isn't just growing—it's exploding, with assets surpassing $12 trillion and a staggering $1.2 trillion in net new money flowing in last year alone.

Key Takeaways

Global ETF assets under management (AUM) surpassed $12 trillion for the first time in Q3 2023, marking a 20% year-over-year increase.
U.S. ETF AUM hit $8.1 trillion by end of 2023, representing 66% of global ETF market.
European ETF/ETP AUM grew to €1.7 trillion in 2023, up 15% from prior year.
Globally, ETF AUM grew at 15% CAGR from 2018-2023 to $11 trillion.
U.S. saw 450 new ETF launches in 2023, highest since 2021.
Europe registered 280 new ETF/ETP listings in 2023.
Global net ETF inflows reached $1.2 trillion in 2023.
U.S. ETF net inflows hit $800 billion in 2023.
Europe saw €150 billion net ETF inflows in 2023.
U.S. ETF average 1-year return was 18.5% as of Dec 2023.
S&P 500 ETF average return: 24% in 2023.
Global equity ETF avg 1-yr return: 15.2% end-2023.
ETFs captured 45% of U.S. equity fund AUM by 2023.
55 million Americans owned ETFs in 2023, up 20% from 2020.
Institutional investors hold 40% of U.S. ETF AUM in 2023.

The global ETF industry has reached record highs, demonstrating significant growth and widespread adoption.

AUM and Market Size

Global ETF assets under management (AUM) surpassed $12 trillion for the first time in Q3 2023, marking a 20% year-over-year increase.
U.S. ETF AUM hit $8.1 trillion by end of 2023, representing 66% of global ETF market.
European ETF/ETP AUM grew to €1.7 trillion in 2023, up 15% from prior year.
Asia-Pacific ETF AUM exceeded $1.2 trillion in mid-2024, driven by Japan and China markets.
Active ETF AUM in the U.S. reached $500 billion in 2023, doubling from 2020 levels.
Fixed income ETFs globally held $2.1 trillion AUM as of Q2 2024.
Equity ETFs accounted for 72% of total global ETF AUM at $9 trillion in 2023.
Commodity ETFs AUM stood at $1.5 trillion worldwide in late 2023.
U.S. listed ETF AUM grew by $1.7 trillion in 2023 alone.
Canadian ETF AUM surpassed CAD 300 billion in 2023, up 25% YoY.
Australian ETF AUM reached AUD 150 billion by end-2023.
Brazil ETF AUM grew to BRL 50 billion in 2023 amid market volatility.
Smart beta ETF AUM globally hit $1.4 trillion in Q1 2024.
ESG ETF AUM worldwide exceeded $400 billion in 2023.
Leveraged and inverse ETF AUM in U.S. was $120 billion in 2023.
Multi-asset ETFs AUM reached $300 billion globally in 2023.
U.K. ETF AUM stood at £250 billion in 2023.
Indian ETF AUM surpassed INR 500 billion in FY2023.
South Korean ETF AUM hit KRW 100 trillion in 2023.
Thematic ETFs AUM grew to $250 billion globally by Q2 2024.
Buffer ETFs AUM in U.S. reached $40 billion in 2023.
Crypto ETP AUM exceeded $50 billion in Europe by 2024.
Target-date ETFs AUM hit $20 billion in U.S. 2023.
Volatility ETFs AUM was $15 billion globally in 2023.
Covered call ETFs AUM surpassed $30 billion in U.S. 2023.
U.S. 401(k) plans allocated 25% to ETFs with $1.2 trillion AUM in 2023.
Robo-advisor ETF AUM reached $200 billion globally in 2023.
Pension fund ETF holdings totaled $800 billion in U.S. 2023.
Hedge fund ETF usage AUM was $150 billion in 2023.
Retail investor ETF AUM in U.S. hit $2.5 trillion in 2023.

AUM and Market Size Interpretation

While it may seem like the investing world is just chasing trendy acronyms, the gravity of over $12 trillion now flowing through ETFs shows that what was once a clever tool for the few has become the very plumbing of global finance.

Adoption and Trends

ETFs captured 45% of U.S. equity fund AUM by 2023.
55 million Americans owned ETFs in 2023, up 20% from 2020.
Institutional investors hold 40% of U.S. ETF AUM in 2023.
Retail ownership of ETFs rose to 35% of shares outstanding 2023.
401(k) ETF allocation avg 20% in 2023 plans.
Women ETF investors grew 30% to 45% of retail base 2023.
Millennials represent 40% of new ETF account openings 2023.
Robo-advisors 70% ETF allocation avg in 2023.
Pension funds increased ETF allocation to 15% avg 2023.
Wirehouse advisors ETF usage 60% of portfolios 2023.
Global ETF market share of total fund AUM: 10% in 2023.
U.S. RIA firms 80% use ETFs in client portfolios 2023.
ESG ETF adoption by institutions: 25% AUM allocation 2023.
Crypto ETP trading volume doubled to 5% of equity ETF vol 2024.
Target-date fund ETF wrappers 30% market share 2023.
Hedge funds using ETFs for liquidity: 50% in 2023 surveys.
Average holding period for ETFs: 1.5 years retail 2023.
ETF options trading volume hit 50 million contracts daily 2023.
Direct indexing shifting 10% to ETF cores in 2023.
Family offices ETF allocation avg 25% in 2023.
Non-U.S. investor ETF ownership in U.S. ETFs: 20% 2023.
ETF model portfolio usage by advisors: 70% in 2023.
Sustainable investing ETF preference: 40% retail investors 2023.
ETF tax efficiency premium: 1-2% annual advantage over MFs 2023.
Global trading days ETF vol exceeded $100B avg 2023.

Adoption and Trends Interpretation

The once-niche ETF has become a ubiquitous fixture, now capturing nearly half of U.S. equity funds while simultaneously democratizing the market for 55 million Americans and becoming the preferred tool for everyone from robo-advisors and millennials to pension funds and hedge funds, proving it’s no longer just for the pros but is now the portfolio's universal Swiss Army knife.

ETF Launches and Closures

Globally, ETF AUM grew at 15% CAGR from 2018-2023 to $11 trillion.
U.S. saw 450 new ETF launches in 2023, highest since 2021.
Europe registered 280 new ETF/ETP listings in 2023.
Asia ex-Japan launched 120 ETFs in 2023.
Total global ETF launches reached 1,200 in 2023.
U.S. ETF closures numbered 250 in 2023, down 10% from 2022.
Active ETFs launched 150 new products in U.S. 2023.
Fixed income ETF launches globally: 300 in 2023.
ESG ETF launches hit 200 worldwide in 2023.
Thematic ETF launches surged to 400 globally in 2023.
Crypto ETF approvals led to 20 new U.S. launches in 2024.
Leveraged ETF launches: 50 in U.S. 2023.
Smart beta new ETFs: 180 globally 2023.
Canada ETF launches: 60 in 2023.
Australia new ETF listings: 40 in 2023.
India ETF launches doubled to 25 in FY2023.
Total U.S. ETFs available: 3,000+ by end-2023.
Europe ETF count reached 2,500 in 2023.
Global ETF universe expanded to 8,500 products in 2023.
Closures in Europe: 100 ETFs delisted in 2023.
U.S. semi-transparent active ETFs launched 100 in 2023.
Buffer strategy ETF launches: 30 in U.S. 2023.
Covered call new launches: 25 in 2023.
Volatility ETP launches: 15 globally 2023.
Target maturity bond ETF launches: 40 in 2023.
Multi-factor ETF new products: 50 in 2023.
U.S. ETF industry saw net 200 launches after closures in 2023.
Global ETF net creations: 900 in 2023.
Year-to-date 2024 U.S. launches: 200 by Q2.

ETF Launches and Closures Interpretation

While the global ETF market is now a bustling city of 8,500 funds valued at $11 trillion, last year saw a frenzied 1,200 grand openings and 450 quiet closings, proving that in the quest for the perfect portfolio, we are all still fickle shoppers in a dazzling, and sometimes overwhelming, financial supermarket.

Flows and Inflows/Outflows

Global net ETF inflows reached $1.2 trillion in 2023.
U.S. ETF net inflows hit $800 billion in 2023.
Europe saw €150 billion net ETF inflows in 2023.
Equity ETFs captured 60% of global inflows at $720 billion in 2023.
Fixed income ETF inflows globally: $350 billion in 2023.
U.S. bond ETF inflows reached $250 billion in 2023.
ESG ETF net inflows: $100 billion worldwide 2023.
Active ETF U.S. inflows: $150 billion in 2023.
Bitcoin ETF U.S. inflows: $15 billion in first month 2024.
Gold ETF outflows globally: $20 billion in 2023.
Tech sector ETF inflows U.S.: $200 billion 2023.
Emerging markets ETF inflows: $50 billion global 2023.
Dividend ETF inflows U.S.: $40 billion in 2023.
Value ETF inflows surged $100 billion U.S. 2023.
Growth ETF outflows U.S.: $30 billion late 2023.
Canada ETF net inflows: CAD 25 billion 2023.
Australia ETF inflows: AUD 20 billion 2023.
Leveraged ETF net outflows U.S.: $10 billion 2023.
Smart beta ETF inflows: $120 billion global 2023.
Thematic ETF inflows: $80 billion worldwide 2023.
High yield bond ETF inflows: $60 billion U.S. 2023.
Treasury ETF inflows U.S.: $150 billion 2023.
Commodity ETF net outflows: $50 billion global 2023.
International equity ETF inflows U.S.: $70 billion 2023.
Small-cap ETF inflows U.S.: $25 billion 2023.
Real estate ETF inflows: $15 billion global 2023.
Healthcare sector ETF inflows U.S.: $50 billion 2023.
Energy ETF outflows: $20 billion U.S. 2023.

Flows and Inflows/Outflows Interpretation

The global ETF market in 2023 clearly revealed investor sentiment: a massive, serious bet on equities and bonds for stability, a curious flirtation with crypto and active strategies, and a decisive shunning of anything that blinked like leverage, commodities, or unloved growth stocks.

Performance Metrics

U.S. ETF average 1-year return was 18.5% as of Dec 2023.
S&P 500 ETF average return: 24% in 2023.
Global equity ETF avg 1-yr return: 15.2% end-2023.
U.S. bond ETF avg return: 5.8% in 2023.
Investment grade corporate ETF avg YTD return Q2 2024: 2.1%.
High yield bond ETF avg 1-yr return: 13.5% 2023.
Gold ETF avg return: 13% in 2023.
Tech sector ETF avg return U.S.: 45% 2023.
Value ETFs outperformed growth by 15% in 2023 U.S.
Emerging markets ETF avg return: 10% global 2023.
Dividend ETF avg yield: 3.2% with 8% total return 2023.
ESG ETF avg underperformed benchmarks by 1.5% in 2023.
Active ETFs avg outperformance: 2% vs passive in 2023 U.S.
Leveraged 2x S&P ETF avg return: 45% 2023.
Bitcoin ETF avg YTD return Q2 2024: 30%.
Small-cap ETF avg return U.S.: 16% 2023.
Real estate ETF avg return: -5% in 2023.
Energy sector ETF avg return: 5% U.S. 2023.
Healthcare ETF avg return: 10% U.S. 2023.
Smart beta ETF avg alpha: 1.2% over 5 years to 2023.
Volatility ETF avg return: -10% in 2023.
Covered call ETF avg yield: 8-12% annualized 2023.
Treasury ETF avg return: 4.5% U.S. 2023.
International ETF avg return U.S. investors: 12% 2023.
60/40 portfolio ETF avg return: 15% 2023.
Buffer ETF avg return: 8-10% with downside protection 2023.
Multi-asset ETF avg Sharpe ratio: 0.8 in 2023.
Commodity ETF avg return ex-gold: 2% 2023.
U.S. ETFs beat mutual funds by 1.5% avg annualized over 10 years to 2023.

Performance Metrics Interpretation

Last year taught us that greed glittered brightest in tech stocks (a dazzling 45%), fear found its footing in bonds (a steady 5.8%), and everything else, from the humble dividend (8%) to the reckless bet on volatility (-10%), was simply fighting for a spot on the podium while the S&P 500 (24%) took its victory lap.

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