Actively managed exchange-traded funds (ETFs) set a global record in October, driven by strong equity inflows and continued global market growth.

Independent research and consulting firm ETFGI reported that assets invested in actively managed ETFs globally reached US$1.82 trillion at the end of October, surpassing the previous record of US$1.73 trillion set in September 2025. The rise was supported by monthly net inflows of US$75.79 billion into the actively managed ETF industry. The largest single inflow went to the Akre Focus ETF, which added US$10.82 billion During October, equity-focused actively managed ETFs and ETPs attracted US