2022 ETFs and Beyond Study

The Schwab Asset Management ETF Study is a survey of the attitudes and activity of ETF investors. This year's study shows that appetite for ETFs remains strong and is growing.

 

Key Findings

  • ETF investors continue to view ETFs as a key part of their portfolios, with 80% saying ETFs are their vehicle of choice. 
  • ETFs now make up 33% of ETF investor portfolios. 
  • ETF investors have continued investing in ETFs despite this year’s turbulent markets and foresee the product making up a larger share of their portfolios in the future. At the same time, they are also interested in exploring investing options that allow them to personalize their portfolios.
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About the study

Charles Schwab has worked with Logica Research* for over 10 years on a tracking study about ETFs. Over the years, this research study has shed light on ETF investors’ knowledge and behaviors around ETFs and uncovered trends in ETF investing. In 2022, Schwab Asset Management expanded the study to focus on all investing solutions and on personalization. 2,200 investors completed the survey, which was fielded from June 13-28, 2022.

Media contact: Christine Underhill

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* Logica Research is neither affiliated with, nor employed by, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.