$QQQ

The 10 Most Popular AI ETFs of 2026

Investors have poured billions into AI-focused ETFs in 2026. Top funds include Roundhill Memory ETF (DRAM) with $26.6B inflows, Invesco NASDAQ 100 ETF (QQQM) with $21.2B, and Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ) with $15.2B. Other notable ETFs include iShares Semiconductor ETF (SOXX) and iShares MSCI South Korea ETF (EWY).

Original reporting
Published Aug 21, 2026, 10:15 AM UTC
Analysis
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$QQQBullishLow
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Why it matters

The disclosed inflow figures signal strong investor appetite for AI‑related exposure, especially in memory chip and semiconductor ETFs, which may influence fund pricing and sector sentiment.

02

Market read

ETF flow rankings provide actionable insight for traders targeting AI‑related sectors and thematic funds.

03

What to watch

Potential regulatory scrutiny on AI chip supply chains could affect future inflows.

Relevance 6/10Novelty 5/10Timing: 2026 year‑to‑date inflow data

Background

The article ranks the top ten AI‑focused exchange‑traded funds by net inflows in 2026, providing fresh flow data for each fund.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$QQQBullishMedium confidence
Context

Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ) recorded $15.2B net inflows in 2026.

Expected impact

May sustain or lift QQQ price.

Evidence & confidence

Large capital allocation to the benchmark index.

Market effects

Highlights continued capital flow into AI‑related semiconductor and tech sectors.

Strong demand for Korean memory chip exposure via EWY.

Reinforces global AI investment trends across multiple regions.

Counterpoint

Some investors may view the inflow surge as a bubble risk in AI‑focused ETFs.

Key entities

  • Roundhill Memory ETF

    DRAM – leading AI ETF with $26.6B inflows.

  • Invesco NASDAQ 100 ETF

    QQQM – $21.2B inflows.

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