Vident Core U.S. Bond Strategy ETF Price & Performance (VBND)

February 2025 saw a notable $110.8 billion in ETF net inflows, driven by U.S. equity and fixed-income funds. The SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY) led gains with $14.6 billion in inflows. Meanwhile, small-cap and leveraged ETFs struggled, reflecting investor caution amid market uncertainty and late-month selloffs.1

Gold ETFs, particularly the SPDR Gold Trust (GLD), attracted $3.8 billion in February as investors sought safe havens during market turbulence. Gold prices neared $3,000 per ounce, signaling heightened demand for stability. Fixed-income ETFs also gained popularity, highlighting a broader shift to conservative asset classes.1

Small-cap ETFs, like the iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM), experienced $3.9 billion in outflows in February. Economic concerns and risk aversion contributed to the decline, with investors favoring large-cap and safer assets. This trend reflects broader market caution amid uncertain economic conditions and volatile trading.1