The global ETF industry recorded a record 2,141 launches through July 2026, with active strategies dominating product development and assets reaching US$23.11 trillion.
ETFGI has reported a record 2,141 ETF and ETP launches worldwide in the first seven months of 2026, marking the highest level of product introduction ever recorded for the period. Crossing more than 2,100 launches in the first seven months of the year demonstrates unprecedented innovation - Deborah Fuhr, ETFGI The research and consultancy firm said that, after 353 product closures, the industry posted a net increase of 1,788 products, surpassing the previous record of 1,587 launches through