Gold ETF outflows have been a persistent trend in the market, and it's essential to understand the reasons behind this phenomenon. The outflows have continued despite the rise in gold prices, with investors pulling out $1.3 billion from gold ETFs in June.
This trend is largely driven by global economic factors, such as a strong US dollar and rising interest rates. The value of the dollar has been increasing, making gold more expensive for investors who hold dollars.
As a result, investors are choosing to invest in assets that offer higher returns, such as bonds and stocks. This shift in investor sentiment has led to a decline in gold's appeal as a safe-haven asset.
Gold ETF Performance
Gold ETFs have seen a significant decline in popularity in recent years, with outflows reaching a record high.
In the first quarter of 2022, gold ETFs experienced a net outflow of 73.5 tonnes, marking the largest quarterly outflow in history.
This trend is largely attributed to the rise of interest rates, which has made holding gold less attractive.
Gold ETFs have been losing investor interest since 2016, with outflows totaling over 1,000 tonnes.
The largest gold ETF, SPDR Gold Shares, has seen a decline in assets under management from $34.6 billion in 2013 to $26.1 billion in 2022.
Despite the decline, gold ETFs still hold a significant amount of gold, with the SPDR Gold Shares alone holding over 1,200 tonnes.
Global Gold Market Trends
The global gold market has been experiencing a significant trend of outflows from gold ETFs, which is a clear indication of investors' sentiment towards the precious metal.
Gold ETFs have been witnessing a steady decline in assets under management, with a notable outflow of $2.5 billion in the week of January 10, 2023.
Investors are increasingly turning to gold as a safe-haven asset, particularly during times of economic uncertainty, such as the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sources
- https://moneyweek.com/investments/gold/gold-etfs-outflows
- https://hanetf.com/press-coverage/gold-etfs-see-first-outflows-in-six-months/
- https://bold.report/gold/fund-flows/
- https://www.forbes.com/sites/roystonwild/2024/05/08/gold-etfs-endure-further-outlows-in-april-world-gold-council-says/
- https://www.fortuneindia.com/macro/what-is-behind-outflows-from-global-gold-etfs/113875
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