If you're looking to build wealth over the long term but don't want the pressure of picking individual stocks, exchange-traded funds (ETFs) can be a great solution.
With just a few ETFs, investors can gain exposure to hundreds of companies across sectors, countries, and investment styles — all in a cost-effective and easy-to-manage way.
Here are five strong ASX-listed ETFs that could be worth considering with a $5,000 investment in 2025.
BetaShares Nasdaq 100 ETF (ASX: NDQ)
The first ASX ETF for investors to look at is the massively popular BetaShares Nasdaq 100 ETF. It provides exposure to 100 of the largest non-financial companies listed on the Nasdaq exchange. It is heavily weighted towards US tech giants and offers access to some of the world's most innovative businesses, including Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL), Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), and Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA).
BetaShares Global Cybersecurity ETF (ASX: HACK)
Another ASX ETF for investors to look at with their $5,000 is the BetaShares Global Cybersecurity ETF. This fund offers easy access to the world's leading cybersecurity companies — a fast-growing sector as cyber threats become more sophisticated and widespread. It holds global names involved in protecting digital infrastructure, data, and networks, and gives investors a way to tap into long-term demand for digital security.
BetaShares Global Quality Leaders ETF (ASX: QLTY)
The BetaShares Global Quality Leaders ETF holds 150 of the world's highest-quality companies. This is based on metrics such as return on equity, earnings stability, and low debt. It includes household names such as Visa (NYSE: V), Nestlé, and Novo Nordisk (NYSE: NVO), offering a balance of growth and defensive characteristics. Betashares recently tipped it as one to buy.
iShares S&P 500 ETF (ASX: IVV)
The iShares S&P 500 ETF is another ASX ETF to look at. It gives investors low-cost access to the top 500 listed US companies. It is one of the most popular index funds in the world and includes a wide range of sectors — from tech and healthcare to finance and consumer goods. Household names such as Netflix (NASDAQ: NFLX), Google parent Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOG), Walt Disney (NYSE: DIS), and Starbucks (NASDAQ: SBUX) are among its holdings.
Betashares Asia Technology Tigers ETF (ASX: ASIA)
Finally, the Betashares Asia Technology Tigers ETF could be a top option for your $5,000. It provides investors with easy access to some of the biggest and most innovative tech companies across Asia, including giants in e-commerce, gaming, and artificial intelligence. This includes names like Tencent, Samsung, and Alibaba. These appear well-placed for long term growth thanks to the region's growing middle class and tech-savvy population.
