China's Gold ETF Market Surges: Total AUM Exceeds 260 Billion Yuan as Huaan Fund Crosses 100 Billion

China’s gold ETF sector is experiencing remarkable momentum, with the combined assets under management of 14 domestic gold exchange-traded funds surpassing the 260 billion yuan threshold—nearly triple the level recorded just one year prior. This explosive growth reflects mounting investor interest in precious metals as a hedging asset within China’s evolving investment landscape.

Huaan Gold ETF Achieves Historic 100 Billion Yuan Milestone

The catalyst for this sector-wide expansion is the Huaan Gold ETF, which stands as China’s largest commodity ETF by scale. According to data from Zhitong Finance, this fund crossed the historic 100 billion yuan mark on January 14th, when its assets reached 100.762 billion yuan—a first-time achievement for any commodity ETF in China. The momentum continued into January 15th, with the fund’s scale expanding further to 101.181 billion yuan, underscoring sustained investor demand.

The Broader Implications for China’s ETF Ecosystem

The rapid expansion of China’s gold ETF market signals shifting capital flows toward tangible assets. The dramatic 200% increase in total AUM over twelve months positions gold ETFs as a significant alternative investment vehicle within the domestic market. This trajectory suggests that institutional and retail investors alike are increasingly recognizing precious metals-backed ETFs as essential portfolio components, particularly amid macroeconomic uncertainties. As China’s ETF landscape matures, commodity-focused funds are becoming increasingly competitive against traditional equity and bond offerings.