Emerging markets spur ETF uptake

clock

Strong continuing interest in emerging markets has helped boost growth in exchange-traded products to 14% in the third quarter of this year, according to research from Deutsche Bank.

Inflows of $25.7bn mean that equity emerging market ETFs accounted for 60% of ETP market growth this quarter, which is up sharply from just 0.1% in Q2. Although interest in broad equity market benchmark ETFs remained muted, money surged into funds tracking both broad emerging market indices and single country indices. These trends contributed towards global ETP quarterly growth of $43bn. In addition to the strong performance of emerging market ETFs, fixed income investing continued to enjoy enormous popularity in the US, attracting inflows of $10.5bn, contributing to a global total of...

To continue reading this article...

Join Professional Adviser for free

  • Unlimited access to real-time news, industry insights and market intelligence
  • Stay ahead of the curve with spotlights on emerging trends and technologies
  • Receive breaking news stories straight to your inbox in the daily newsletters
  • Make smart business decisions with the latest developments in regulation, investing retirement and protection
  • Members-only access to the editor’s weekly Friday commentary
  • Be the first to hear about our events and awards programmes

Join

 

Already a Professional Adviser member?

Login

More on ETFs

What financial advisers need to know about active vs index-based ETFs

What financial advisers need to know about active vs index-based ETFs

'Prices and fundamentals matter for expected returns'

Mikaela Steutermann
clock 03 December 2025 • 3 min read
Partner Insight: Vanguard - We've lowered our ETF costs again

Partner Insight: Vanguard - We've lowered our ETF costs again

Vanguard's latest fee reductions will let investors keep even more of their returns and improve their chances of investment success.

Vanguard
clock 25 November 2025 • 7 min read
Amid the rise of active ETFs, remember to look before you leap

Amid the rise of active ETFs, remember to look before you leap

The importance of a balanced view

Sheldon MacDonald
clock 21 March 2025 • 4 min read