Thematic Travel ETFs prepare for take off

Investors jump on Travel ETFs as COVID-19 cases fade and restrictions ease

Thematic Travel Technology & Services ETFs have attracted over $325 million of net flows year-to-date as investors turn optimistic on the resumption of flights and tourist flows around the world. According to the latest Johns Hopkins Coronavirus data, the 7-day moving average of daily global cases has dropped from 3.72 million on January 25th, to 2.2 million on February 7th — signaling a potential fade in the fourth and largest COVID-19 wave since the start of the pandemic. In the U.S., several states have announced the easing of their mask mandates, while several European nations have moved quickly to end pandemic protocols, betting that their highly vaccinated populations can endure the rest of the Omicron wave and whatever comes next. Meanwhile, Australia said that it will reopen in February to international tourists who have been fully vaccinated against the coronavirus. 

U.S. Global Jets ETF receives $335 million of net flows this year

In America, investors have poured in over $335 million into the U.S. Global Jets ETF (JETS). The fund provides investors access to the global airline industry, including airline operators and manufacturers from all over the world. Among its biggest holdings are Delta Airlines (10.5%), United Airlines (10%), Southwest Airlines (9.62%), and American Airlines (9.42%). Meanwhile, the Defiance Hotel, Airline, and Cruise ETF (CRUZ) received a meager $5 million over the same period.

HANetf UCITS travel ETF line-up doubles in size

In Europe, HANetf U.S. Global Jets UCITS ETF (JETP) and HANetf Airlines, Hotels and Cruise Lines UCITS ETF (TRYP) doubled in size after receiving $5.8 million and $14 million respectively this year. TRYP tracks the Solactive Airlines, Hotels, Cruise Lines Index and provides exposure to companies engaged in the travel and tourism sector including airlines, hotels, and cruise lines businesses.

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