3 amazing ASX ETFs to buy and hold for two decades

Building wealth over the long term could be made easy with these funds.

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Key points
  • A tech-focused ASX ETF offers easy access to leading Wall Street companies transforming global markets through AI, cloud, and e-commerce innovations.
  • A cybersecurity-centric ASX ETF targets rapid growth in tech's critical security sector, backed by renowned companies ensuring robust data protection.
  • An India-oriented ASX ETF capitalises on the country's projected economic boom, investing in high-quality stocks across finance, consumer, and tech industries.

Building long-term wealth in the share market doesn't need to be complicated.

One of the easiest ways to do it is through exchange-traded funds (ETFs). They provide access to global markets and exposure to powerful growth trends, all without needing to pick individual stocks.

If you are investing with a time horizon of 20 years or more, the three ASX ETFs listed below could be among the most compelling options to buy and hold for the long haul. Here's why:

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Betashares Nasdaq 100 ETF (ASX: NDQ)

The Betashares Nasdaq 100 ETF is popular with investors and for good reason. It gives investors exposure to many of the largest tech stocks on Wall Street. This means instant access to names like Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL), Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN), Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA), and Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOGL).

Over the past two decades, these kinds of companies have been at the centre of global economic transformation. This includes from personal computing and e-commerce to artificial intelligence and cloud services. The good news is that this innovation isn't slowing down, positioning the fund for growth over the long term.

A standout holding is Nvidia, which has become the engine of the AI revolution. Its graphics processing units (GPUs) power everything from data centres to autonomous vehicles and cutting-edge research in artificial intelligence.

Betashares Global Cybersecurity ETF (ASX: HACK)

Another ASX ETF that could be a great long-term pick is the Betashares Global Cybersecurity ETF. It targets one of the fastest-growing sectors in technology: cybersecurity.

As the world shifts online, protecting data and networks has become mission-critical for governments, corporations, and individuals alike. This bodes well for the fund's holdings, which include global cybersecurity leaders and emerging players.

Among its holdings are Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ: PANW), CrowdStrike (NASDAQ: CRWD), Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT), and Okta (NASDAQ: OKTA).

Betashares India Quality ETF (ASX: IIND)

Finally, the Betashares India Quality ETF could be a top buy and hold option. It opens the door to one of the world's most exciting growth stories – the Indian economy. The country is projected to become the world's third-largest economy within the next decade, powered by a young population, rapid urbanisation, and an expanding technology sector.

The Betashares India Quality ETF invests in high-quality Indian stocks with strong balance sheets and sustainable earnings growth. Its portfolio includes major financial, consumer, and technology names such as Infosys (NYSE: INFY), Reliance Industries (NSEI: RELIANCE), and Tata Consultancy Services (NSEI: TCS).

In respect to Infosys, it is a global IT services and consulting giant. It helps businesses worldwide with digital transformation, cloud integration, and AI adoption.

Motley Fool contributor James Mickleboro has positions in BetaShares Nasdaq 100 ETF. The Motley Fool Australia's parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has positions in and has recommended Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, BetaShares Global Cybersecurity ETF, BetaShares Nasdaq 100 ETF, CrowdStrike, Fortinet, Microsoft, Nvidia, and Okta. 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 positions in and has recommended BetaShares Nasdaq 100 ETF. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, CrowdStrike, Microsoft, Nvidia, and Okta. 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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