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you are currently viewing:Strong and consistent demand by Korean retail investors throughout 2025 for overseas listed ETFsFebruary 6, 2026--Monthly Purchases of overseas listed ETFs by Korean retail investors showed consistently strong demand throughout 2025. The number of ETFs purchased each month ranged between 19 and 32, with the year beginning at 22 ETFs in January, rising to a peak of 32 ETFs in April, and ending with 27 ETFs in December, up from 26 in December 2024. In terms of monetary value, ETF purchases fluctuated but remained resilient, totaling between US$7.49 billion and US$15.85 billion per month. Purchases reached their highest level in October 2025 at US$15.85 billion, significantly surpassing all other months. December 2025 closed the year with US$9.10 billion in purchases, slightly lower than November but still well above mid‑year volumes. Highlights Strong and consistent demand throughout 2025, with 19-32 ETFs purchased monthly. ETF count peaked in April (32 ETFs) and ended the year at 27 ETFs, up from 26 in Dec 2024. Monthly purchase values ranged from US$7.49Bn to US$15.85Bn. October 2025 was the record month with US$15.85Bn in ETF purchases. December closed at US$9.10Bn in purchases. Purchases dominated by leveraged U.S. thematic ETFs. SOXL-Direxion Daily Semiconductors Bull 3X led with US$2.39Bn. 2025 purchases increased by US$18.30Bn, up 17.9% YoY. Largest YoY gains: April (+108%) and January (+92.8%) Only July, August, and November saw lower purchases vs. 2024. Peak month in 2025: October (US$15.85Bn) while the Peak in 2024: November (US$12.49Bn). Source: ETFGI |
Burney Company Launches Second ETF: Burney U.S. Equity Select ETF (BRES)
February 5, 2026-Core U.S. equity strategy brings decades of stock selection expertise to broader portfolio format
Burney Company announces the launch of the Burney U.S. Equity Select ETF (BRES), the firm's second exchange-traded fund. BRES provides core U.S. equity exposure through a systematic stock selection process refined over 50 years.
SEC Publishes Data on Exchange Traded Funds and Fund Mergers; Updated Statistics on Municipal Advisors' Transfer Agents, and Security-Based Swap Dealers
February 5, 2026-The Securities and Exchange Commission's Division of Economic and Risk Analysis (DERA) has published two new reports on exchange traded funds and fund mergers, and updated statistics and data visualizations on municipal advisors, transfer agents, and security-based swap dealers (SBSDs).
Solactive and Indiggo Introduce First Systematic Leadership Index to Translate Corporate Leadership into Investment Strategy
February 4, 2026-Solactive is pleased to announce its first collaboration with Indiggo, LLC (Indiggo), resulting in the launch of the Solactive Indiggo ReturnOnLeadership(R) US Large Cap Index. The new index systematically translates corporate leadership into a rules-based equity benchmark designed to serve as the basis for investment products, marking a new chapter in the evolution of thematic and factor-based investing.
Defiance Launches MRNX: The First Daily 2X Long ETF for Moderna, Inc.
February 4, 2026-Defiance ETFs today announced the launch of the Defiance Daily Target 2X Long MRNA ETF (MRNX), expanding its lineup of single-stock leveraged ETFs designed for active traders seeking amplified exposure to innovative companies at the forefront of biotechnology and life sciences.
Defiance Launches ZETX: The First Daily 2X Long ETF for Zeta Global Holdings Corp.
February 4, 2026-Defiance ETFs today announced the launch of the Defiance Daily Target 2X Long ZETA ETF (ZETX), expanding its lineup of single-stock leveraged ETFs designed for active traders seeking amplified exposure to innovative growth companies.
Amplify ETFs Enhances NDIV with Covered Calls, Targeting High Income and Capital Appreciation
February 3, 2026--NDIV targets 10% or greater total annualized income from dividends and option premiums
Amplify ETFs, a leading provider of innovative exchange-traded funds, announces enhancements to the Amplify Energy & Natural Resources Covered Call ETF (NDIV), expanding the fund's income-generating capabilities through the addition of a covered call strategy.
Purpose Investments Announces Merger of Purpose Ether Staking Corp. ETF Into Purpose Ether ETF
February 3, 2026-Purpose Investments Inc. ("Purpose") today announced, further to its news releases of November 19, 2025 and September 22, 2025, that it will be proceeding with the merger of Purpose Ether Staking Corp. ETF (Cboe Canada: ETHC.B) (the "Terminating Fund") into Purpose Ether ETF (TSX: ETHH.B) (the "Continuing Fund") on a tax-deferred basis (the "Merger") on or about February 13, 2025 (the "Merger Date").
Middlefield Short Duration Bond Plus ETF Begins Trading
February 3, 2026-Middlefield Limited (“Middlefield”) is pleased to announce the launch of the Middlefield Short Duration Bond Plus ETF (the "ETF" or "Bond Plus"). The ETF began trading today on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol MSBP.
The ETF is designed to deliver absolute returns through a combination of interest income and capital appreciation, while maintaining a low risk profile and reduced volatility.
VistaShares Creates Entirely New Category of ETF with Launch of BTYB, Seeking to Provide 2X the Yield of Treasuries, Weekly Distributions and Exposure to Bitcoin Price Moves
February 3, 2026-Fund brings a range of innovations to the ETF space and can play numerous meaningful roles for investors seeking duration, income and Bitcoin exposure
VistaShares, an innovative asset manager aiming to redefine thematic exposures and income strategies, today announced the launch of the VistaShares BitBonds 5 Yr Enhanced Weekly Option Income ETF (NYSE: BTYB).
Defiance Launches RCAX: The First 2X Long ETF for Red Cat Holdings, Inc.
February 3, 2026-Defiance ETFs is proud to announce the launch of the Defiance Daily Target 2X Long RCAT ETF (RCAX), expanding its lineup of single-stock leveraged ETFs designed for active traders seeking amplified exposure to innovative, high-growth companies.
