Global gold ETF holdings hit record high with $18 billion net inflow in August

According to the World Gold Council, global physical gold ETFs saw a net inflow of $18 billion in August 2026, the second-highest monthly inflow on record, driven primarily by North American and European funds. Total assets under management grew 16% month-over-month to $615 billion, with total holdings reaching a record 4,189 tons. The year-to-date net inflow stands at $29 billion.