Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are one of the easiest ways to gain exposure to powerful global trends and world-class companies. With just a few well-chosen funds, investors can build a diversified portfolio that's positioned to grow over the long term.
If you've got $5,000 ready to invest, here's why the Betashares Nasdaq 100 ETF (ASX: NDQ) and two other popular funds could be worth a look right now.
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Betashares Nasdaq 100 ETF
The Betashares Nasdaq 100 ETF, or NDQ ETF, gives Australian investors exposure to the 100 largest non-financial stocks listed on the famous Nasdaq index on Wall Street. This means instant access to the U.S. tech heavyweights powering global innovation.
But it isn't all about Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL), Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), and Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA). The NDQ ETF also includes other rising players in biotech, consumer services, and communications, giving investors exposure to a wide range of growth opportunities.
With technology set to remain a driver of the global economy for decades, the Betashares Nasdaq 100 ETF could be a strong core holding in any growth-focused portfolio.
Betashares Global Robotics and Artificial Intelligence ETF (ASX: RBTZ)
The Betashares Global Robotics and Artificial Intelligence ETF taps directly into two megatrends shaping the future — robotics and artificial intelligence. The stocks in this ASX ETF are developing and deploying technologies that could revolutionise industries from manufacturing to healthcare.
Its holdings include Intuitive Surgical (NASDAQ: ISRG), a leader in robotic-assisted surgery, Keyence Corporation (FRA: KEE), a Japanese automation specialist, and NVIDIA, which provides the computing power driving AI innovation.
For investors who want targeted exposure to the AI boom, the Betashares Global Robotics and Artificial Intelligence ETF is one of the simplest ways to buy into the story. It was recently named as one to consider buying by Betashares.
Betashares India Quality ETF (ASX: IIND)
India is one of the fastest-growing major economies in the world, and the Betashares India Quality ETF gives investors a way to capitalise on that growth.
This ASX ETF invests in 30 of India's highest-quality stocks, screened for profitability, low debt, and stable earnings.
Its currently portfolio includes businesses like Infosys Ltd (NYSE: INFY) in IT services, Hindustan Unilever in consumer goods, and ICICI Bank (NYSE: IBN) in financial services.
With India's middle class expanding rapidly and digital adoption surging, these companies appear well placed to benefit. It was also recently named as one to consider by the fund manager.
