5 fantastic ASX ETFs to buy and hold forever

These funds could be destined to deliver strong returns over the next decade and beyond.

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For investors who want to build long-term wealth without constantly watching the market, exchange-traded funds (ETFs) offer a simple, diversified solution.

With just a handful of funds, you can capture exposure to the world's biggest companies, the fastest-growing sectors, and the highest-quality businesses.

Here are five ASX ETFs that could be worth buying and holding for the long haul.

Betashares Nasdaq 100 ETF (ASX: NDQ)

The Betashares Nasdaq 100 ETF gives investors exposure to 100 of the largest non-financial companies listed on the Nasdaq. This includes tech leaders like NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA), the powerhouse behind AI chips, and Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL), which continues to deliver consistent revenue and earnings growth from its iPhone and services ecosystem. With its 10-year average return above 20% per annum, this fund has a strong track record and an equally strong outlook.

Betashares Asia Technology Tigers ETF (ASX: ASIA)

For exposure to Asia's booming tech sector, the Betashares Asia Technology Tigers ETF could be worth considering. It tracks some of the region's largest innovators. Its holdings include Tencent Holdings (SEHK: 700), a dominant force in gaming and social media, and TSMC (NYSE: TSM), the world's most important semiconductor manufacturer. With rising demand for chips and digital platforms, this fund taps into growth that's often overlooked by Australia-centric investors.

Betashares Global Cybersecurity ETF (ASX: HACK)

As businesses and governments ramp up digital security, the Betashares Global Cybersecurity ETF could be a big winner. It offers targeted exposure to the booming cybersecurity industry. Holdings like Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ: PANW), a leader in next-gen firewall and security solutions, and CrowdStrike (NASDAQ: CRWD), a pioneer in cloud-native endpoint protection, stand to benefit from surging demand for cybersecurity services.

Betashares Global Quality Leaders ETF (ASX: QLTY)

The Betashares Global Quality Leaders ETF focuses on stocks with high return on equity, strong balance sheets, and stable earnings. Among its portfolio are Costco (NASDAQ: COST), known for its steady membership-driven growth, and Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ), a global healthcare giant with decades of growth. These businesses tend to hold up well even when markets turn volatile. It was recently named as one to consider buying by the team at Betashares.

Betashares Australian Quality ETF (ASX: AQLT)

Finally, the Betashares Australian Quality ETF could be worth considering for the long term. It applies the same quality focus (as above) to the ASX, targeting local companies with durable earnings and robust balance sheets. Key holdings include Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX: WES), the diversified conglomerate behind Bunnings and Kmart, and CSL Ltd (ASX: CSL), a biotech leader with a long history of compounding earnings. This fund was also named as one to look at by Betashares.

Motley Fool contributor James Mickleboro has positions in BetaShares Nasdaq 100 ETF, Betashares Capital - Asia Technology Tigers Etf, and CSL. The Motley Fool Australia's parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has positions in and has recommended Apple, BetaShares Global Cybersecurity ETF, BetaShares Nasdaq 100 ETF, CSL, Costco Wholesale, CrowdStrike, Nvidia, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing, Tencent, and Wesfarmers. The Motley Fool Australia's parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has recommended Johnson & Johnson and Palo Alto Networks. The Motley Fool Australia has positions in and has recommended BetaShares Nasdaq 100 ETF. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended Apple, CSL, CrowdStrike, Nvidia, and Wesfarmers. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.

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