Metal and Mining ETF Assets Surge to $750 Billion as Precious Metals Lead Rally
ETF assets in the metals and mining sector soared to $750 billion by December 2025, marking a 117% annual increase. Precious metals dominated the rally, with gold ETFs holding over $500 billion globally. Silver ETFs saw even sharper growth, tripling assets to $75 billion in a single year.
Christopher Berlet of MineralFunds.com noted the surge reflects real capital allocations, not just price appreciation. 'Outstanding shares tell the story—this is new money moving into mineral exposure,' he said. The data confirms institutional investors are increasingly using ETFs to gain commodity exposure.
While Canada remains a mining hub, ETF growth was geographically dispersed. Two separate crossings of the $750 billion threshold in December—including a year-end rebound—demonstrated remarkable sector resilience.
