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AllianzGI expands into active ETF space with inaugural launch in Taiwan

  • Marks AllianzGI’s global first debut in the active ETF space
  • Taiwan selected for strategic launch amid booming ETF market and strong local presence

27.05.2025 | Allianz Global Investors (AllianzGI), one of the world’s leading active asset managers, today announced the launch of its first active equity exchange-traded fund (ETF) for investors in Taiwan. This marks AllianzGI’s entry into the global active ETF market and underscores its commitment to innovation and long-term growth in Asia to cater to the evolving needs of investors through active management and innovative solutions.

Tobias Pross, CEO at AllianzGI, comments: 
“The upcoming launch of our first active equity ETF in Taiwan is a significant milestone for AllianzGI. We firmly believe that active investing remains the best strategy for navigating market volatility and long-term wealth creation. We know that active ETFs have become increasingly attractive to part of our client base as they combine the benefits of active investments with lower costs and barriers to entry. This launch reflects our mission to provide our clients with a diverse range of active investing solutions that meet their needs.”

 

Taiwan: A strategic first step in AllianzGI’s global ETF expansion

The Asia Pacific region is an important growth engine for AllianzGI, with Taiwan playing a key role in our growth journey. Choosing Taiwan as the launchpad for its first active ETF underscores the robust growth of its capital market, which is gaining increasing global recognition and advancing towards becoming a key asset management hub in Asia.

According to the Securities Investment Trust and Consulting Association of Taiwan (SITCA), Taiwan equity mutual funds reached a record high of NT$587.5 billion in 2024, with an annual increase of NT$95.4 billion, underscoring the strong investor demand for actively managed equity products in the local market.

Tobias Pross, adds: “Taiwan’s dynamic capital market and the increasingly sophisticated needs of local investors align closely with our global strategy. Present in Taiwan for 35 years, AllianzGI has built its brand as a strong, trusted active asset manager. We will continue to prioritize client needs and developing innovative products to earn the trust of Taiwanese investors through consistent long-term performance and effective risk management.”

 

Meeting evolving investor needs through active ETFs

Ivy Chen, Head of Taiwan at AllianzGI, comments: 
“Entering the active ETF market is a natural extension of our mission to serve the diverse and evolving needs of Taiwanese investors, from the different investment habits of younger generations to retirement and wealth planning needs of older generations. This strategic move strengthens our leadership in active asset management and supports our ambition to grow our presence in the active ETF space.”

In today's complex and fast-changing market environment, active investing plays a critical role in both uncovering new opportunities and managing downside risks. Ivy Chen, adds, “The value of active management has never been more apparent. It’s not just about identifying tomorrow’s winners – it’s about navigating risk, managing volatility, and responding to market shifts in real time. As we expand into active ETFs, our focus remains on delivering long-term performance, risk discipline, and tailored solutions for our clients.”

With this launch, AllianzGI is well-positioned to enhance its product offerings, attract a diverse range of investor segments, and further expand its active fund business in Taiwan and beyond. Taiwan’s ETF market has surpassed NT$6 trillion in assets1.

 

1According to the Securities Investment Trust and Consulting Association of Taiwan (SITCA) as of April 2025

 

For further information please contact:

Marion Leblanc-Wohrer
Tel: +33 6 85 15 74 54
Email: Marion.leblancwohrer@allianzgi.com

Angie Tang
Tel: +852 2238 8588
Email: angie.tang@allianzgi.com


About Allianz Global Investors:

Allianz Global Investors is a leading active asset manager with more than 700 investment professionals in over 20 offices worldwide, and managing EUR 561 billion in assets. We believe that with every change comes an opportunity. Our goal is to actively shape the future of investing for all our clients, wherever their location and whatever their objectives. Curious and active in everything we do, we aspire to generate impact beyond alpha, steering our clients’ assets towards the right place at the right time, and building solutions that draw on capabilities across public and private markets.

Our focus on protecting and growing our clients’ assets allows us to create trusted partnerships, underpinned by a commitment to sustainability and driving positive change.

Data as at 31 March 2025. Total assets under management are assets or securities portfolios, valued at current market value, for which Allianz Global Investors companies are responsible vis-à-vis clients for providing discretionary investment management decisions and portfolio management, either directly or via a sub-advisor (these include Allianz Global Investors assets which are now sub-advised by Voya IM since 25 July 2022). This excludes assets for which Allianz Global Investors companies are primarily responsible for administrative services only. Assets under management are managed on behalf of third parties as well as on behalf of the Allianz Group. 

 

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