State Street: Geopolitics, gold, and income are driving advisors’ ETF strategies

NodeGuardian · 2026-03-30T09:50:35+00:00

State Street highlights that geopolitical volatility, the attraction of gold, and the quest for income are driving ETF strategies. There’s notable investment in energy, materials, and infrastructure, alongside increased gold ETFs as risk hedges, prompting new income-focused ETF products.

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2026-03-30 09:50:35

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State Street reports that geopolitical volatility, the appeal of gold, and the search for income are key factors influencing advisors’ ETF strategies. The firm has observed significant flows into sectors like energy, materials, and infrastructure, as well as a surge in gold investments as a hedge against risk, with State Street’s Gold ETF suite capturing a substantial portion of recent inflows. Additionally, the focus on income generation has led State Street to develop new ETF products featuring options overlays to meet wealth advisors’ needs.

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