Global ETF Industry Shatters Records with 2,141 New Products Launched in First Seven Months of 2026
you are currently viewing::Global ETF Industry Shatters Records with 2,141 New Products Launched in First Seven Months of 2026August 31, 2026-New ETF launches surge to all-time high as innovation accelerates across active, AI-driven, income, and thematic strategies After accounting for 353 product closures, the industry recorded a net increase of 1,788 products, surpassing the previous record of 1,587 new launches through July 2025. The record pace of launches highlights the ETF industry's continued transformation into the world's preferred investment vehicle for investors seeking access to active management, artificial intelligence themes, income strategies, fixed income exposures, and cost-efficient portfolio building tools. Source: ETFGI |
July 6, 2026-ETFGI reports that the global ETF industry has reached a new milestone, with a record 1,397 new products listed worldwide through the end of May 2026. After accounting for 208 closures, the industry recorded a net increase of 1,189 products.
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