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iShares by BlackRock Research Hub
Research on iShares by BlackRock highlights a notable pivot in global ETP flows, reflecting shifting investor sentiment throughout spring 2026. While April saw a significant surge in risk appetite with $212.4 billion in total inflows—led by strong US large-cap equity and credit allocations—the market landscape shifted toward defensive positioning by late May. Recent data indicates a retreat from cyclical sectors like Energy and Industrials in favor of Consumer Staples, alongside a broader contraction in risk assets across Emerging Markets and Europe. Fixed income strategies have experienced similar volatility, moving from a broad appetite for investment-grade credit and high yield in April to a more conservative preference for money market funds and short-duration US and EUR government bonds in May. These trends underscore a tactical transition as investors manage regional disparities, with US and global exposures consistently serving as the primary anchors for liquidity despite broader market fluctuations.
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ETP Flow Update
The June 1, 2026 ETP flow update highlights a moderation in developed market inflows and a clear defensive shift toward US exposures, cash-like fixed income, and defensive equity sectors.
ETP Flow Update
Weekly EMEA UCITS ETP inflows hit $3.4B, led by $1.7B in fixed income and $1.1B in equities. US-led demand remains robust, while European equities and sectors like Utilities faced significant selling pressure.
Global ETP Flows
Global ETP inflows reached $212.4B in April 2026, the sixth-highest ever, led by a massive $121.2B surge into US equities. Fixed income saw a rotation from rates to credit, while gold and industrials also attracted meaningful interest.
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