Press Release

LONDON — August 18, 2025 — Ever heard of ETFGI? They’re like the top dog in the world of ETF research and consultancy, especially when it comes to the Asia Pacific region, minus Japan. As of July’s end, the ETFs in this zone have hit a whopping US$1.41 trillion. That’s right, with a capital T. Just in July, they pulled in US$28.54 billion. And for the whole year until July, they clocked net inflows of US$142.83 billion, as per the ETFGI July 2025 report. All figures are in USD, unless your wallet’s in another currency. [Learn more about ETFGI](https://www.etfgi.com/).

Asia Pacific ETF Industry Highlights

• Record AUM: In July, assets in Asia Pacific ETFs (excluding Japan) hit $1.41 trillion. That’s a new high, overtaking June’s $1.37 trillion.
• Year-to-Date Growth: Up by 22.7%. We started with $1.15 trillion at 2024’s finish line.
• July’s Winning Streak: Net inflows were a cool $28.54 billion.
• Year-to-Date Inflows: $142.83 billion. This is the second-best record.
  • Top record was $191.13 billion in 2024.
  • Third place was $72.63 billion in 2022.
• 12-Month Stint: $298.52 billion in net inflows over a year.
• Consistent Momentum: Five straight months of net inflows.
• Equity Central: Equity ETFs in the area lured in $5.09 billion during July.

Getting into the rhythm, the industry tallied 4,028 ETFs with 4,244 listings across 15 vibrant countries by the end of July. The market players? About 284 providers spreading their game across 21 exchanges. Equity ETF inflows stood at $5.09 billion, while fixed income ETFs made a solid stand at $22.12 billion in July alone. Read more about ETF growth trends.

Investing Trends

• Equity ETFs: July saw a sweet inflow of $5.09 billion. However, year-to-date inflows cooled off to $61.75 billion from $137.86 billion in 2024.
• Fixed Income ETFs: Pulled in $22.12 billion in July. The year’s accumulated haul? $52.17 billion, stepping up from $37.90 billion last July.
• Commodities ETFs: Not huge, but at $62.97 million in July, it’s a modest bump to $12.13 billion year-to-date.
• Active ETFs: These little guys soaked up $2.98 billion in July. Notably, $15.79 billion year-to-date, up from $10.30 billion in 2024.

And the pièce de résistance: the top 20 ETFs pulled in a cargo shipload of assets with a collective $25.14 billion during July. At the helm was ChinaAMC CSI AAA Sci-Tech Innovation Corporate Bond ETF with a tidy $2.13 billion intake.

Top 20 ETFs by net new assets in July 2025: Asia Pacific (ex-Japan)

The ETPs (Exchange Traded Products) are holding their own too, with the top 10 garnering $230.35 million in July alone. Leading the charge was MiraeAsset’s CAPE Shiller US Core Sector ETN, raking in $36.44 million. Explore the ETP landscape.

Top 10 ETPs by net inflows in July 2025: Asia Pacific (ex-Japan)

As the ETF gala continues in the Asia Pacific zone, ETFGI is rolling out the red carpet for its 6th Annual ETFGI Global ETFs Insights Summit in Hong Kong on September 3rd, continuing virtually on the 4th. Don’t miss out. You can expect insights from top players across sectors sharing their wisdom and foresight. Register here for a front-row seat.

And for those eager beavers wanting to plan ahead, here’s what ETFGI’s global summits lineup looks like in 2025:

• Middle East/GCC: October 7th in Abu Dhabi. Secure your spot..
• United States: November 5th at The Yale Club, New York. Register now.
• Canada: Celebrating 35 fine years of ETFs on December 9th in Toronto. Join us in Toronto.

Want to reach out for insights or scribble your queries? Deborah Fuhr is your contact at the helm of ETFGI, steering through the tides of the ETF universe. Whether on Twitter or LinkedIn, networking’s a click away.

Disclaimer: Information for knowledge sharing only, not investment advice. ETFGI isn’t backing up your investment choices. Play it safe!

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Alright, folks, let’s dive into what’s been going on with the financial giant, BlackRock. Their iShares ETFs are having quite the time, pulling in a record-breaking US$192 billion in the first half of the year. That’s no small feat, so let’s unravel this tale of numbers and strategies.

For 2025, BlackRock boasted overall net inflows reaching US$152 billion. Dominated by iShares, this is an 8% boost from the previous year’s US$140 billion. Talk about staying on an upswing.

But let’s break it down a bit: iShares ETFs pulled in US$192 billion. That’s up from last year’s US$150 billion. Specifically, US$87 billion went into equity ETFs, while fixed income ETFs attracted US$77 billion. Fixed income ETFs have now surpassed a whopping US$1 trillion in assets under management (AUM). Plus, overall ETF AUM has reached US$4.7 trillion, climbing from US$3.8 trillion in June 2024.

Global Moves and New Ventures

Now, here’s where it gets spicy. BlackRock is launching its very first active ETF in Australia: iShares US Factor Rotation Active ETF. They’ve been in the passive ETF game for years, but this new active strategy? Well, that’s a bold move down under. The expectation? Active ETFs might hit US$4 trillion in AUM globally by 2030. And in Australia, financial advisers are expected to jump on board for managed accounts. Read more about [Active ETFs](https://www.etf.com/sections/features-and-news/actives-etfs-q1-2023).

Institutional Flows: Gains and Losses

In the US, active ETFs are becoming a staple, with more than 1 in 3 advisory practices using them. They average a 20% allocation for active ETFs. Yet, despite these gains, one hiccup was a US$52 billion redemption from an APAC institutional client that put a dent in the figures for the second quarter. Institutional outflows tallied at US$78 billion, rising from US$35.4 billion the previous year. Even so, there’s a positive: US$15 billion flowing into active funds.

BlackRock’s Expansion in Private Markets

Switching gears to private markets, BlackRock’s making waves there too. They’ve seen US$13.9 billion in inflows, lifting AUM to US$215 billion. BlackRock’s going all out, snapping up multiple firms like Preqin, Global Infrastructure Partners, HPS Investment Partners, and soon, they’re aiming to acquire ElmTree Funds. The goal? To ramp up private market capabilities. Check out [BlackRock’s private market strategy](https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/blackrock-boosting-private-markets).

Not stopping there, they’ve launched a new Private Financing Solutions business, combining private credit and a host of other financial offerings. Under Scott Kapnick, they’re building a US$190 billion private credit franchise. Are they ambitious or what?

Future Ventures

During its Investor Day, BlackRock spotlighted at least four new revenue-generating ventures, each eyeing a $500 million mark. One is intriguingly named “private markets to wealth.” This venture aims to provide tailored multi-asset wealth portfolios at scale, blending public and private investments. You know, a little something for everyone.

Lastly, the big picture: BlackRock’s total AUM has leapt to US$12.5 trillion from last year’s US$10.6 trillion. If you ask me, that’s a number even the cynics can’t ignore.

What’s unfolding in BlackRock’s world is nothing short of fascinating. They’re cashing in on trends, launching new ventures, and grabbing the future by the reins.

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