Record-breaking ETF Assets Globally Amount to $17.34tr
Record Breaking Month for the Global ETF Industry in July 2025
The global Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) industry shattered records in July 2025, with a total of $191.55 billion in net inflows. This marked the 74th consecutive month of net inflows for the industry, according to data from ETFGI.
The industry's assets under management (AUM) reached an all-time high of $17.34 trillion at the end of July, a significant increase of 16.8% year-to-date (YTD). Active ETFs attracted $56.72 billion in July and $323.74 billion YTD, far exceeding the $189.29 billion gathered by this point last year.
Equity ETFs and Exchange-Traded Products (ETPs) led the charge in July, gathering $89.43 billion. Commodity ETFs reversed last year's outflows, gathering $44.96 billion YTD, while fixed income ETFs' YTD inflows outpaced last year's $187.34 billion, with $35.74 billion in July inflows and YTD inflows reaching $216.45 billion.
The S&P 500 Index rose by 2.24% in July, but developed markets excluding the US declined by 0.71%. Denmark and the Netherlands experienced the largest monthly drops among developed markets, falling by 13.90% and 5.78% respectively.
Substantial inflows can be attributed to the top 20 ETFs by net new assets, which collectively gathered $73.99 billion during July. The Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO US) gathered $12.53 Bn, the largest individual net inflow.
These figures underscore a shift in investor preferences, with fixed income, commodities, and active strategies gaining traction amid evolving market conditions. The global ETF industry had 14,640 products, with 28,937 listings, at the end of July 2025.
It's important to note that the approximately 889 companies behind the increase of the ETF balance by 17.34 trillion USD in July 2025 are not explicitly listed or named in the available search results. However, the industry's growth is a clear indication of its increasing popularity and importance in global investment strategies.
The record-breaking growth of the global ETF industry in July 2025 serves as a testament to its resilience and adaptability in the face of changing market conditions. As the industry continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how it adapts to future challenges and opportunities.
