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June 6, 2026

Gold ETF Commentary

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Global gold-backed ETFs saw US$2bn in outflows in May, driven by North American and Asian divestment. Europe bucked the trend, remaining the only region to record inflows.

Key Takeaways

  • 1.Global gold-backed ETFs recorded US$2bn in net outflows in May as investors remained sidelined.
  • 2.Europe was the only region to register inflows, while North America and Asia experienced outflows.
  • 3.Gold market liquidity remains robust, with daily trading volumes 15% above the 2025 average.

Table of Contents

  • Gold ETF Commentary
  • Highlights
  • Regional overview
  • Trading activity inches higher in May

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Authors

Taylor Burnette

Securities

GLD

Themes

ETF Fund FlowsMarket Sentiment Rotation

Regions

North AmericaEuropeAsia PacificUnited StatesUnited KingdomGermany