New WFE Data: public markets post strong growth for 2025 despite geopolitical instability
you are currently viewing::New WFE Data: public markets post strong growth for 2025 despite geopolitical instabilityFebruary 27, 2026--New data published by the World Federation of Exchanges (WFE), the global industry group for exchanges and CCPs, shows markets rebounded in the second half of 2025. IPO activity remained robust over the year, pointing to sustained demand for public listings against a challenging global backdrop.
Over USD 23 trillion was added to stock markets worldwide. Each region reached its highest market capitalisation in the 5-year period. Trading value rose 36.8% compared to 2024, with double-digit increases in every region. Each region recorded its highest annual trading value in the period. Non-IPO listings in the Americas region reached their maximum level in 5 years during the period, while the capital raised through already listed companies in EMEA region registered its lowest level. Source: world-exchanges.org |
April 27, 2026-ETFGI, reported today Active ETF Q1 net inflows were $US245.21 Billion which is up 70% from the prior record set in 2025 that assets of US$2.12 trillion invested in the actively managed ETFs industry globally at the end of March.