
The source says U.S. exchange-traded funds have attracted $852 billion so far this year, running 33% above the 2025 pace and on track for a third straight annual increase.
U.S. exchange-traded funds have taken in $852 billion in year-to-date inflows, which the source describes as the highest level ever recorded for this point in any year. According to the source, the pace is 33% above 2025 levels and keeps the market on track for a third consecutive annual increase in ETF inflows. Strong ETF inflows typically indicate sustained investor demand for diversified, exchange-listed products, although the source does not break down which asset classes or sectors drove the gains.