Mirae Asset Global Investments announced Monday that its **Tiger 200 IT ETF** has successfully surpassed **1 trillion won ($679 million) in net assets**, a significant milestone underscoring robust investor interest in **artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure plays**.
As reported by the Korea Exchange, the popular **exchange-traded fund (ETF)** saw its total assets reach **1.13 trillion won** as of April 24. This achievement is further highlighted by an impressive **year-to-date return of 89.86 percent**, demonstrating strong performance in the current market.
This exceptional growth reflects a strategic investment approach that extends beyond traditional semiconductors. The fund actively captures the broader beneficiaries of **AI infrastructure expansion**, including essential components such as substrates, multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs), and energy storage systems (ESS).
The **Tiger 200 IT ETF** strategically invests in 15 leading **information technology firms** listed within the **Kospi 200**. Its diverse portfolio includes major **chipmakers** like **SK Hynix** and **Samsung Electronics**, alongside critical component and battery innovators such as **Samsung Electro-Mechanics**, **Samsung SDI**, and **ISU Petasys**.
The escalating demand for **AI servers** is acting as a powerful catalyst, driving growth across various adjacent sectors. This includes increased demand for MLCCs, advanced multilayer boards, and high-performance ESS batteries – all key trends prominently reflected within the ETF’s meticulously curated portfolio.
Globally, investor enthusiasm for **AI hardware and infrastructure** has seen substantial momentum, notably amplified after **CES 2026** spotlighted “physical AI” as a pivotal technological theme. Consequently, investors are increasingly favoring **diversified tech ETFs** that offer broad exposure across the entire **IT value chain**, moving away from concentrated single-stock bets.
“The market is currently entering a new and dynamic growth phase, with **AI infrastructure** expanding well beyond core semiconductors to encompass devices and a multitude of industries,” stated Jung Eui-hyun, head of ETF management at Mirae Asset. “The **Tiger 200 IT ETF** provides comprehensive exposure to **Korea’s vibrant IT ecosystem**, covering everything from high-bandwidth memory (HBM) to crucial substrates and advanced batteries.”
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