Korean Investors Pour 2.1 Trillion Won Into Nasdaq 100 ETF

Individual net purchases of the TIGER US Nasdaq 100 ETF reached 2.1486 trillion won this year. This figure surpasses the total for last year and marks the highest level in the product's history.

Data from the Korea Exchange shows this accumulation occurred amid high volatility in domestic and global markets. Retail investors are shifting capital toward U.S. growth assets. The TIGER US Nasdaq 100 is the first U.S. flagship ETF listed in Korea.

Net Assets Reach Asian Record

Total net assets for the fund stand at 11.418 trillion won. This represents an increase of more than 4 trillion won since the start of the year. It now ranks first in net assets among all Nasdaq 100-based ETFs in Asia.

The fund tracks the Nasdaq 100 index. It holds large U.S. technology and growth companies. Key positions include Nvidia, Apple, and Microsoft. The one-year rate of return is approximately 19%.

Continuous Buying Pressure Builds

Net purchases continued for 29 consecutive trading days. This streak highlights sustained demand from retail investors. Domestic stock markets have remained in a sideways trend recently. Investors are seeking exposure to U.S. flagship indices.

Kim Sang-yul of Mirae Asset Management notes the long-term trend. The 2 trillion won net purchase volume confirms this shift. The fund serves as a primary vehicle for pension and long-term investors.

Market Context and Performance

The TIGER US Nasdaq 100 launched in 2010. It has delivered a cumulative return of over 1600% since listing. GN auto markets/indices: stock index data reflects this strong performance. The fund remains a core holding for Korean retail portfolios.