AIQ ETF rides the AI boom with 32% gains and a diversified tech strategy
The Global X Artificial Intelligence and Technology ETF (AIQ) has continued its strong run into 2026. The fund, which tracks the Indxx Artificial Intelligence & Big Data Index, gained 3% by mid-January, building on a 32% rise in 2025. Its diversified approach and focus on key AI players have set it apart from competitors.
AIQ outperformed major indices in 2025, including the Nasdaq Composite, thanks to its broad exposure across the AI sector. The ETF holds 86 stocks, with no single company dominating—its largest position, Samsung, accounts for just 5.25%. This spread helps reduce risk while capturing growth from top performers like Nvidia, Alphabet, and AMD.
The fund’s strategy leans heavily on information technology, making up 72% of its portfolio. It also includes significant international holdings, unlike many U.S.-focused AI funds. Key investments in memory chip leaders—Samsung, Micron, and SK Hynix—drove gains in 2025 and are expected to remain strong in 2026. AIQ’s success isn’t new. It delivered a 31.7% return in 2025 and 32% in 2022, outperforming rivals like WTAI. Analysts note that many of its top holdings, including Alphabet (which surged 135% in 2024), still trade at reasonable valuations, leaving room for further growth. The ETF’s mix of semiconductors, cloud computing, and AI infrastructure stocks positions it well for ongoing demand. With AI spending still rising, AIQ’s balanced approach continues to attract investors seeking stability alongside high-tech growth.
AIQ’s early 2026 gains follow a year of outperformance, backed by a diversified portfolio of global tech leaders. The fund’s focus on memory chips, semiconductors, and major AI players provides exposure to key growth areas. Investors are watching closely as the AI boom drives further demand for its holdings.
