Surge in Fund Inflows to Defensive ETFs Amid Rising Market Volatility
As economic uncertainty and geopolitical risks intensify domestically and globally, there has been a significant increase in fund flows toward defensive exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Mirae Asset Management’s TIGER Dividend Covered Call Active ETF recently surpassed KRW 800 billion in assets under management, tripling from the beginning of the year to reach KRW 834 billion. This ETF employs an active covered call strategy that adjusts Kospi 200 call option allocations, outperforming the Kospi 200 index by about 3 percentage points despite a -7.74% recent return. Its unique feature—offering up to a 2% special monthly distribution—has contributed to its appeal as a generator of stable cash flow for investors.
With market volatility exacerbated by the ongoing Middle Eastern conflict, investors are increasingly favoring safe-haven assets including short-term bond ETFs, covered call funds, and money market funds (MMFs). Products like TIGER Short-Term Treasury Bond, RISE Money Market Active, and TIGER Dividend Covered Call Active are enjoying heightened attention, while MMFs have attracted approximately KRW 247 trillion, clearly reflecting a flight to safety. Experts highlight the importance of risk management and strategic portfolio allocation amid the ongoing instability, while the sharp rise of the Kospi 200 volatility index points to elevated market caution.
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