Growth Figures First Eagle Investments announced that as of May 12, 2026, the assets under management for its active ETF platform have exceeded $30 billion, achieved less than 18 months after the platform's launch. Year-to-date inflows have been primarily driven by global strategies, matching the total inflow for the entire year of 2025 in less than half the time.
Product Lineup Launched in late 2024, the platform currently comprises four equity ETFs: the First Eagle Global Equity ETF, the First Eagle International Equity ETF, the First Eagle US Equity ETF, and the First Eagle Mid Cap Equity ETF. These funds are managed by First Eagle's seasoned investment teams, including the Global Value team led by Matt McLennan and the Small Cap team led by Bill Hench.
Industry Trend Against a backdrop of heightened market concentration and increased volatility, investors are increasingly turning to active, valuation-driven strategies. Active ETFs are viewed as an effective tool for gaining more selective, valuation-driven investment exposure with potential for downside protection.
Management Commentary Frank Riccio, Head of US Wealth Solutions at First Eagle, stated that surpassing $30 billion reflects both growing demand for actively managed ETFs and a shift in investor thinking regarding portfolio construction. In the current environment, investors are prioritizing diversification and capital preservation alongside the pursuit of growth, and are utilizing active ETFs to achieve these objectives.
Company Background First Eagle is an independent, privately-owned investment management firm headquartered in New York, with approximately $213 billion in assets under management as of March 31, 2026. The company expects to continue expanding its presence in the active ETF market later this year, with plans to launch additional ETFs in both equity and fixed income sectors.
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