United Kingdom Index: Month Average: Actuaries Share: FTSE Information Technology data was reported at 1,848.650 30Dec1983=100 in Jul 2018. This records a decrease from the previous number of 1,918.296 30Dec1983=100 for Jun 2018. United Kingdom Index: Month Average: Actuaries Share: FTSE Information Technology data is updated monthly, averaging 733.455 30Dec1983=100 from Apr 1999 (Median) to Jul 2018, with 232 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 4,819.957 30Dec1983=100 in Mar 2000 and a record low of 235.036 30Dec1983=100 in Oct 2002. United Kingdom Index: Month Average: Actuaries Share: FTSE Information Technology data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Financial Times. The data is categorized under Global Database’s UK – Table UK.Z001: Financial Times Stock Exchange: Indices.

In the first quarter of 2020, global stock indices posted substantial losses that were triggered by the outbreak of COVID-19. The period from March 6 to 18 was particularly dramatic, with several stock indices losing more than 20 percent of their value.

Worldwide panic hits markets From the United States to the United Kingdom, stock market indices suffered steep falls as the coronavirus pandemic created economic uncertainty. The Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500 are two indices that track company performance in the United States, and both lost value as lockdowns were introduced in the country. European markets also recorded significant slumps, which triggered panic selling among investors. The FTSE 100 – the leading share index of companies in the UK – plunged by as much as 21 percent in the opening weeks of March 2020.

Is it time to invest in tech stocks? The S&P 500 is regarded as the best representation of the U.S. economy because it includes more companies from the leading industries. However, helped in no small part by its focus on tech companies, the Nasdaq 100 has risen in popularity and seen remarkable growth in recent years. Global demand for digital technologies has increased further due to the coronavirus, with remote working and online shopping becoming part of the new normal. As a result, more investors are likely to switch to the tech stocks listed on the Nasdaq 100.

While the global coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic caused all major stock market indices to fall sharply in March 2020, both the extent of the decline at this time, and the shape of the subsequent recovery, have varied greatly. For example, on March 15, 2020, major European markets and traditional stocks in the United States had shed around 40 percent of their value compared to January 5, 2020. However, Asian markets and the NASDAQ Composite Index only shed around 20 to 25 percent of their value. A similar story can be seen with the post-coronavirus recovery. As of November 14, 2021 the NASDAQ composite index value was around 65 percent higher than in January 2020, while most other markets were only between 20 and 40 percent higher.

Why did the NASDAQ recover the quickest?

Based in New York City, the NASDAQ is famously considered a proxy for the technology industry as many of the world’s largest technology industries choose to list there. And it just so happens that technology was the sector to perform the best during the coronavirus pandemic. Accordingly, many of the largest companies who benefitted the most from the pandemic such as Amazon, PayPal and Netflix, are listed on the NADSAQ, helping it to recover the fastest of the major stock exchanges worldwide.

Which markets suffered the most?

The energy sector was the worst hit by the global COVID-19 pandemic. In particular, oil companies share prices suffered large declines over 2020 as demand for oil plummeted while workers found themselves no longer needing to commute, and the tourism industry ground to a halt. In addition, overall share prices in two major stock exchanges – the London Stock Exchange (as represented by the FTSE 100 index) and Hong Kong (as represented by the Hang Seng index) – have notably recovered slower than other major exchanges. However, in both these, the underlying issue behind the slower recovery likely has more to do with political events unrelated to the coronavirus than it does with the pandemic – namely Brexit and general political unrest, respectively.

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ETF Market Size 2025-2029

The ETF market size is forecast to increase by USD 17.94 billion, at a CAGR of 20.2% between 2024 and 2029.

The market is experiencing significant growth, driven by key factors such as market liquidity and the increasing popularity of bond ETFs. Market liquidity refers to the ease with which securities can be bought and sold in the market without significantly impacting the price. This factor is crucial for ETFs, as they are designed to provide investors with the ability to trade large volumes of securities in a single transaction. Another trend in the market is the growth of bond ETFs, which offer investors exposure to fixed income securities. The market's growth is driven by advancements in technology, such as blockchain, artificial intelligence, big data, optical character recognition, and machine learning, which improve trade finance, facilitate trade agreements, and support financial institutions and service providers. 
However, the market also faces challenges, including transaction risks. These risks arise from the fact that ETFs are traded like individual stocks, but their value is derived from the underlying portfolio of securities. As such, there is a risk that the market price of an ETF may not accurately reflect the value of its underlying securities, leading to potential losses for investors. Despite these challenges, the market is expected to continue growing, driven by the benefits it offers in terms of liquidity, diversification, and cost efficiency.

What will be the Size of the ETF Market During the Forecast Period?

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Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have revolutionized the investment landscape by offering affordable, transparent, and liquid access to various asset classes, including stocks, bonds, commodities, currencies, and real estate. ETFs function much like mutual funds, pooling assets from investors to purchase a diversified portfolio. However, they differ in their trading mechanism, as they are listed and traded on stock exchanges, allowing for intraday pricing and flexibility. ETFs have gained significant traction due to their affordability and lower transaction costs compared to traditional mutual funds. Their index-based construction aligns with passive investment strategies, providing broad market exposure. Market volatility has not deterred the growth of ETFs, as they offer financial market stability through diversification and the ability to hedge against various risks.
Government support and the proliferation of computer-built ETFs have further bolstered their popularity. Alternative trading funds and specialty ETFs cater to specific investor needs, such as fixed income, real estate, and commodity exposure. ETFs have become a go-to investment vehicle for both retail and institutional investors, offering an efficient and cost-effective solution for passive investing strategies.

How is this ETF Industry segmented and which is the largest segment?

The ETF industry research report provides comprehensive data (region-wise segment analysis), with forecasts and estimates in 'USD million' for the period 2025-2029, as well as historical data from 2019-2023 for the following segments.

Type

  Fixed income ETF
  Equity ETF
  Commodity ETF
  Real estate ETF
  Others


Product Type

  Large cap ETFs
  Mega cap ETFs
  Mid cap ETFs
  Small cap ETFs


Geography

  North America

    Canada
    US


  Europe

    Germany
    UK
    France


  APAC

    China
    Japan
    South Korea


  South America



  Middle East and Africa

By Type Insights

The fixed income ETF segment is estimated to witness significant growth during the forecast period.

Fixed income Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) hold a significant market position in 2024. Distinct from traditional bond investments, which are often bought through bond brokers, fixed income ETFs are exchange-traded products that invest in various fixed-income securities, including corporate, municipal, and government bonds, on a stock exchange. This centralized exchange exposure provides bond buyers with increased access and liquidity compared to the limited exposure offered by corporate bond sales through brokers. Notable categories of fixed income ETFs include Government Bond ETFs, which invest in securities issued by governments, and other types, such as Corporate Bond ETFs and International Bond ETFs. These ETFs offer investors affordability through potential lower transaction costs, net asset value transparency, and passive investment strategies, such as index funds.

Fixed income ETFs cater to both retail and institutional investors, and their offerings span various sectors, including bonds, equity, commodity, currency, and specialty. The financial market stability provided by fixed income ETFs, along with the growing use of technology in trade finance and financial services, further enhances the

股息收益率：综合精算股票指数：富时信息技术在10-01-2018达3.150年利率%，相较于09-01-2018的2.830年利率%有所增长。股息收益率：综合精算股票指数：富时信息技术数据按月更新，04-01-1999至10-01-2018期间平均值为1.290年利率%，共235份观测结果。该数据的历史最高值出现于10-01-2018，达3.150年利率%，而历史最低值则出现于02-01-2000，为0.150年利率%。CEIC提供的股息收益率：综合精算股票指数：富时信息技术数据处于定期更新的状态，数据来源于Financial Times，数据归类于全球数据库的英国 – 表 UK.Z002：金融时报证券交易所指数：股息收益率。

指数：综合精算股票指数：富时信息技术在10-01-2018达1,673.30730Dec1983=100，相较于09-01-2018的1,867.30630Dec1983=100有所下降。指数：综合精算股票指数：富时信息技术数据按月更新，06-01-1998至10-01-2018期间平均值为763.58030Dec1983=100，共245份观测结果。该数据的历史最高值出现于02-01-2000，达4,865.74030Dec1983=100，而历史最低值则出现于03-01-2003，为232.92030Dec1983=100。CEIC提供的指数：综合精算股票指数：富时信息技术数据处于定期更新的状态，数据来源于Financial Times，数据归类于全球数据库的英国 – 表 UK.Z001：金融时报证券交易所指数：目录。