Global gold-backed exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced another month of investor withdrawals in June 2026, but strong buying earlier in the year helped keep first-half (H1) inflows in positive territory, according to the World Gold Council.

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Although every major region reported net outflows during June, Asian investors continued to dominate global demand throughout the first six months of the year, offsetting losses in North America and maintaining positive global ETF inflows.

June 2026 Gold ETF Highlights

• Global gold ETFs recorded net outflows of 8.9 billion US dollars in June.
• Total assets under management (AUM) declined to 526 billion US dollars.
• Collective gold holdings fell by 74 tonnes to 4,047 tonnes.
• Despite June’s weakness, H1 2026 net inflows remained positive at 8 billion US dollars.
• Total gold holdings increased by 18 tonnes during the first half of the year.

The World Gold Council noted that the decline in ETF assets was driven largely by falling gold prices rather than widespread investor liquidation over the entire six-month period.

Asia Emerges as the Strongest Gold ETF Market

Asia remained the standout performer in the global gold ETF market during the first half of 2026.

The region attracted approximately 12 billion US dollars in net inflows during H1, marking its strongest first-half performance on record. While Chinese ETF investors reduced holdings in June following improving equity markets and softer gold prices, the earlier months of the year generated enough demand to keep Asia firmly ahead of other regions.

India was one of the few bright spots in June, with investors continuing to buy gold ETFs as lower prices were viewed as an attractive buying opportunity.

North America Records Weakest First Half Since 2013

North American gold ETFs remained under pressure throughout June.

Funds in the region lost 5.5 billion US dollars during the month, pushing total H1 outflows to 7.7 billion US dollars, the weakest first-half performance in more than a decade.

According to the report, expectations of higher US interest rates, rising real bond yields, and a stronger US dollar reduced the appeal of non-yielding assets such as gold. Investor sentiment was also influenced by inflation concerns linked to geopolitical tensions.

European Gold ETFs Also Witness Selling Pressure

European-listed gold ETFs recorded 818 million US dollars in net outflows during June.

Despite the monthly decline, European funds still generated 3.2 billion US dollars in net inflows during the first half of 2026.

Other Markets See Modest Outflows

Gold ETFs listed outside the major regions also recorded small investor withdrawals during June.

Australian funds posted the largest decline within this group, while South African products also experienced moderate outflows. Nevertheless, these markets remained in positive territory for the year overall.

Gold Trading Activity Remains Historically Strong

Although trading activity cooled during June compared with previous months, average global gold trading volumes during the first half of 2026 reached record-high levels, highlighting continued investor interest in the precious metals market.

Gold ETF Outlook for the Second Half of 2026

The World Gold Council believes gold ETF demand could stabilize during the second half of 2026.

While expectations of higher interest rates continue to weigh on investment demand, ongoing geopolitical risks, uncertain global economic growth, and financial market volatility may encourage investors to maintain exposure to gold as a defensive asset and portfolio diversifier.

Key Takeaways

• June 2026 recorded 8.9 billion US dollars in global gold ETF outflows.
• H1 2026 remained positive with 8 billion US dollars in net inflows.
• Global ETF assets stood at 526 billion US dollars at the end of June.
• Gold holdings totaled 4,047 tonnes, up 18 tonnes during H1.
• Asia led global inflows, while North America posted its weakest first half since 2013.
• India remained one of the few markets attracting ETF inflows during June.

FAQ’s

1. Why did global gold ETFs experience outflows in June 2026?

Global gold ETFs recorded significant outflows in June as weaker gold prices, rising real bond yields, a stronger US dollar, and expectations of higher interest rates encouraged investors to reduce their exposure to gold-backed investment products.

2. Did gold ETF investments remain positive in the first half of 2026?

Yes. Despite heavy selling in June, global gold ETFs still posted 8 billion US dollars in net inflows during the first six months of 2026, reflecting strong investor demand earlier in the year.

3. Which region led global gold ETF inflows in H1 2026?

Asia emerged as the strongest-performing region, attracting approximately 12 billion US dollars in net inflows during the first half of 2026. India remained one of the few markets that continued to receive fresh investments even during June’s broader market decline.

4. Why did North American gold ETFs underperform?

North American funds experienced persistent outflows due to expectations of higher US interest rates, increasing real yields, a stronger US dollar, and improving returns in other asset classes. These factors reduced the attractiveness of holding non-interest-bearing assets like gold.

5. What is the outlook for gold ETFs in the second half of 2026?

The World Gold Council expects gold ETF flows to stabilize during the second half of 2026. Continued geopolitical uncertainty, concerns over global economic growth, and financial market volatility could support investor demand for gold as a safe-haven asset and long-term portfolio hedge.

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