With a new month underway, investors may be wondering how to best put fresh money to work.
Exchange traded funds (ETFs) remain one of the easiest and most effective ways to gain diversified exposure to the share market, whether you're chasing growth, quality, or even a little speculative upside.
With that in mind, let's take a look at three ASX ETFs that could be worth considering if you have $2,500 to invest this October. They are as follows:
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Betashares Crypto Innovators ETF (ASX: CRYP)
For investors with a higher risk appetite, the Betashares Crypto Innovators ETF could be worth a look. It provides exposure to global stocks at the forefront of the digital asset economy. Holdings include crypto exchanges, mining companies, and businesses building blockchain infrastructure.
This includes Coinbase Global Inc (NASDAQ: COIN) and Strategy Inc (NASDAQ: MSTR).
While cryptocurrencies remain volatile and unpredictable, the sector continues to develop as institutional adoption grows. The Betashares Crypto Innovators ETF certainly is not for everyone, but allocating a small portion of a portfolio here could deliver strong returns if the digital asset theme keeps maturing.
Betashares Australian Quality ETF (ASX: AQLT)
At the other end of the spectrum, the Betashares Australian Quality ETF focuses on high-quality shares listed on the ASX. Its methodology screens for businesses with strong profitability, solid balance sheets, and consistent earnings growth.
The result is a concentrated portfolio of blue-chip names that tend to weather downturns better than the broader market. This includes Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX: WES), Telstra Group Ltd (ASX: TLS), and CSL Ltd (ASX: CSL).
For investors seeking a core holding that prioritises quality over speculation, the Betashares Australian Quality ETF could be a sensible place to invest right now. It was recently named as one to consider buying by analysts at Betashares.
Betashares Australian Small Companies Select Fund (ASX: SMLL)
For those willing to step beyond large caps, the Betashares Australian Small Companies Select Fund could be worth a shout. It offers a smarter approach to small-cap investing. Instead of chasing speculative explorers and loss-making minnows, this ASX ETF is designed to screen for stocks with positive earnings, manageable debt, and reasonable valuations.
Its portfolio of around 60 to 90 names tilts towards consumer discretionary and staples, as well as established mid-tier miners. This blend means investors still get the growth potential of small caps but with a focus on quality and financial strength. For long-term investors, the Betashares Australian Small Companies Select Fund provides a more disciplined way to access the small side of the market. Betashares recently recommended the fund to investors.
