The best ASX ETFs for Australian investors to buy in September

Let's see why these funds could be among the best to buy this month.

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If you are starting your investment journey or want some new additions to an existing portfolio, then it could be worth checking out the ASX ETFs in this article.

That's because they offer investors easy access to some of the best stocks in the world.

Here's what you need to know about these funds:

Betashares Global Robotics and Artificial Intelligence ETF (ASX: RBTZ)

Robotics and AI are transforming countless industries from healthcare to logistics and the Betashares Global Robotics and Artificial Intelligence ETF allows investors to capture this change.

Its holdings include stocks such as Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) and Intuitive Surgical (NASDAQ: ISRG). These are businesses at the forefront of machine learning and healthcare innovation.

As AI matures, the market opportunity for many of the fund's holdings could be enormous over the coming decade. As a result, it will be no surprise to learn that it was recently named as one to buy by the team at Betashares.

Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (ASX: VAS)

Another ASX ETF to look at is Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF. It is one of the simplest ways to capture the Australian share market, tracking the ASX 300 index.

This means you instantly gain exposure to the country's largest listed companies, including BHP Group Ltd (ASX: BHP), Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA), and Woolworths Group Ltd (ASX: WOW).

By owning the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF, investors get a broad cross-section of the Australian economy, from resources and banks to healthcare and retail. It also delivers franked dividends, which are likely to be attractive for income-focused investors.

Betashares Global Cybersecurity ETF (ASX: HACK)

For a thematic tilt, the Betashares Global Cybersecurity ETF offers exposure to one of the fastest-growing industries in the world — cybersecurity.

As cyberattacks and data breaches become increasingly common, businesses and governments are spending billions on protection.

The Betashares Global Cybersecurity ETF's portfolio includes leaders such as CrowdStrike Holdings (NASDAQ: CRWD), Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ: PANW), and Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT). These are all well-placed for growth over the next decade as the cybersecurity industry develops.

Vanguard US Total Market Shares Index ETF (ASX: VTS)

Finally, the Vanguard US Total Market Shares Index ETF could be worth considering.

It offers investors exposure to virtually the entire US share market. From tech titans to small and mid-sized companies that are flying under the radar.

Among its large holdings are household names like Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL), Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), Home Depot (NYSE: HD) and Costco (NASDAQ: COST). This could make it a great way to access to the world's most dynamic economy, and a great way to diversify beyond Australia.

Motley Fool contributor James Mickleboro has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool Australia's parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has positions in and has recommended Apple, BetaShares Global Cybersecurity ETF, Costco Wholesale, CrowdStrike, Fortinet, Home Depot, Intuitive Surgical, Microsoft, and Nvidia. The Motley Fool Australia's parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has recommended Palo Alto Networks and has recommended the following options: long January 2026 $395 calls on Microsoft and short January 2026 $405 calls on Microsoft. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended Apple, BHP Group, CrowdStrike, Microsoft, and Nvidia. 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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