Why Global X Artificial Intelligence and Technology ETF (AIQ) Jumped 31% in 2025

The Global X Artificial Intelligence and Technology ETF (AIQ) experienced significant growth, rising 32% by the end of last year, outperforming the Nasdaq Composite for most of the year.
AIQ’s diversification, with 86 holdings including big tech stocks like Samsung, Alphabet, Advanced Micro Devices, Taiwan Semiconductor, and Alibaba, minimized the impact of individual stock performance.
The ETF has a strong focus on information technology stocks, comprising 72% of its holdings, with top investments in memory chip companies such as Samsung, Micron, and SK Hynix.
AIQ exhibits a substantial allocation to international stocks, in contrast to typical U.S.-based index funds, representing strong exposure to non-U.S. companies like Samsung, TSMC, and Alibaba.
As of early 2026, AIQ had continued its trend, marking a 3% increase by January 16, and many of its top holdings remained reasonably valued, indicating potential for further growth if the AI boom persists.
Despite AIQ’s strong performance, it wasn’t included in The Motley Fool Stock Advisor’s list of the 10 best stocks for investors to buy in the current market, which have shown significant past returns and could potentially generate monster returns in the future.

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