A general view of the ASX Ltd. sign as seen at the Exchange Centre on April 08, 2025 in Sydney, Australia. Australia is facing a baseline 10% tariff on all exports to the U.S., imposed under President Trump’s “Liberation Day” trade measures, which have sparked widespread criticism from Australian leaders and industries. The tariffs, coupled with existing 25% levies on steel and aluminum, have fueled concerns about economic growth, with the S&P/ASX 200 plunging 4.4% today—its worst performance since March 2020—amid fears of a global recession and trade disruptions. Photo by Lisa Maree Williams/Getty Images
Australia’s exchange-traded fund industry soared to new records in 2025—and more growth is expected in 2026 for the innovative investment instrument.
Assets under management for Australian ETFs surpassed $300 billion in September and reached $324.9 billion at the end of November, having started the year at $247 billion.
