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ETF research reports, white papers, and data-driven analysis.
Morgan Stanley's AI Infrastructure Thesis: Why Power Is the Next Bottleneck
Morgan Stanley identifies electricity supply as the critical bottleneck for AI expansion, projecting a 38 GW power shortfall through 2028 despite $1.4 trillion in hyperscaler capital commitments.
Active ETFs Hit Record US$500 Billion Net Inflows YTD as Assets Reach US$2.56 Trillion
The global active ETF industry achieved record-breaking growth in the first half of 2026, with $500.88 billion in year-to-date net inflows and total assets reaching $2.56 trillion. This milestone represents 75 consecutive months of net inflows into actively managed ETFs.
H1 2026 Global ETF Flows Reach Record Highs as Momentum Accelerates
Global ETF markets reached an all-time high of $23.08 trillion in H1 2026 with $1.07 trillion in net inflows, while GCC-listed ETFs recorded $16.1 million in outflows, reflecting the region's concentrated market structure.
GCC Capital Markets Quarterly Review: Q2 2026
GCC equity markets experienced elevated volatility in Q2 2026 as geopolitical tensions eased and oil prices fell 38.4%. Dubai led regional performance with 9.6% gains, while oil-sensitive markets like Muscat declined 8.1%.
GCC ETF Market Monitor: H1 2026 Review
The GCC ETF market expanded to 42 products in H1 2026 with notable launches in AI, Shariah-compliant, and dividend strategies. Despite growth momentum, assets remained highly concentrated in top five products, while performance split between AI/quantum winners and struggling Asian markets.
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Best Shariah ETFs in 2026: The Complete Guide to 79 Islamic ETFs Worldwide
The Shariah-compliant ETF list is larger than most retail guides suggest.
A Guide to the Best SUKUK ETFs
The UAE launched a Retail Sukuk Initiative in October 2025, making government-backed Treasury Sukuk accessible to retail investors from AED 1,000. Discover the best sukuk ETFs for GCC investors as the global sukuk market expands from $1.38 trillion in 2025 to projected $4.19 trillion by 2034.
Top GCC ETFs: Local and International Listings Explained
The Gulf's $4.3 trillion equity market offers two distinct ETF investment routes: locally listed products on regional exchanges and internationally listed funds on global exchanges. This guide explains structural differences in currency exposure, liquidity, regulation, and tax treatment.
Best ETFs in Saudi Arabia (KSA): Top Picks and Full Market Guide (June 2026)
Saudi Arabia's Tadawul exchange offers 13 listed ETFs with zero-fee options and $665 million in AUM. Top performers include Albilad MSCI US Equity ETF (ABMSCIE) with 33.49% 1-year returns, making KSA attractive for GCC and international investors.
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Best ETFs in the UAE: Top Picks and Full Market Guide (June 2026)
The UAE ETF market has expanded to 24 listed funds offering diverse investment options including domestic equities, global themes, Shariah-compliant strategies, and commodities. This comprehensive guide covers top-performing UAE equity ETFs ranked by AUM and YTD returns.
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Best ETFs in the GCC: Top Picks and Full Market Guide (June 2026)
The GCC ETF market has grown to approximately $9.35 billion in AUM across 39 listed funds in June 2026. This guide highlights the best-performing ETFs, including new thematic products in quantum computing, AI infrastructure, and luxury goods.
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Global ETFs Close Q1 at a Record $626B in Net Inflows
The global ETF industry achieved record-breaking performance in Q1 2026 with $626B in net inflows, despite a 4.98% S&P 500 decline in March. Equity ETFs dominated flows at $1.495 trillion, while fixed income and commodity ETFs showed strong investor appetite across major asset classes.