Global Gold ETFs Record $5.3 Billion Inflows in February, Setting All-Time High

According to the World Gold Council, global gold exchange-traded funds saw their ninth consecutive month of positive inflows, supported by strong demand from North America and Asia.

Summary

The World Gold Council reported $5.3 billion in net inflows into global gold ETFs in February, extending a nine-month streak of gains. Total assets under management reached a record $701 billion, with total holdings at 4,171 tons. Growth was mainly driven by inflows from North American and Asian markets, underscoring sustained institutional appetite for gold as a strategic investment amid ongoing market uncertainty.

Terms & Concepts
  • ETF (Exchange-Traded Fund): A type of investment fund traded on stock exchanges that holds assets such as stocks, commodities, or bonds.
  • World Gold Council (WGC): An industry association that promotes understanding of gold markets and provides data on global gold investment trends.
  • Assets Under Management (AUM): The total market value of assets that an investment company manages on behalf of clients.