Do you have $500 to invest and room in your portfolio for some exchange-traded funds (ETFs)?
If you do, then it could be worth considering the five ETFs named in this article.
Here's what you need to know about these funds:
BetaShares Crypto Innovators ETF (ASX: CRYP)
The first ASX ETF for investors to consider for a $500 investment is the BetaShares Crypto Innovators ETF. If you are feeling bullish about the crypto market under a Trump US Presidency, then it could be for you. That's because rather than investing in coins, this fund gives investors exposure to the full crypto ecosystem. This includes pure-play crypto companies, those whose balance sheets are held at least 75% in crypto-assets, and diversified companies with crypto-focused business operations.
BetaShares Global Cybersecurity ETF (ASX: HACK)
A second ASX ETF that could be a great option for a $500 investment right now is the BetaShares Global Cybersecurity ETF. It provides access to the rapidly growing cybersecurity industry. Betashares points out that "an estimate of the total addressable market by McKinsey suggests that the cybersecurity market is $1.5-$2.0 trillion globally, and at best only 10% penetrated." In light of this, the companies in this ETF potentially have "a very long runway for growth."
Betashares Global Uranium ETF (ASX: URNM)
A third ASX ETF to consider for a $500 investment is the Betashares Global Uranium ETF. It provides investors with access to the leading companies in the global uranium industry. This includes locally listed uranium miners Boss Energy Ltd (ASX: BOE) and Paladin Energy Ltd (ASX: PDN). With some analysts forecasting a long term uranium bull market due to increased demand and supply constraints, these companies look well-positioned for the future.
iShares S&P 500 ETF (ASX: IVV)
Another ASX ETF that could be a good place to invest your $500 is the iShares S&P 500 ETF. It allows investors to buy a slice of the 500 largest listed companies on Wall Street. This means that you will be investing in a diverse group of companies such as Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL), Exxon Mobil Corp (NYSE: XOM), Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), and Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA). It could be a great option if you're wanting exposure to the US market next year.
Betashares Global Cash Flow Kings ETF (ASX: CFLO)
A final ASX ETF that could be a good option for your hard-earned money is the Betashares Global Cash Flow Kings ETF. That's because Betashares notes that companies that generate high levels of free cash flow have historically outperformed the market over the medium to long term. This ETF focuses on global stocks with strong free cash flow generation. This includes giants such as Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOG) and Visa (NYSE: V). Betashares recommended the ETF as one to buy for 2024.
