Investing in high-quality shares is never a bad idea and these ASX ETFs do exactly that

These funds give investors access to some of the best stocks in the world with a single click of the button.

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Key points

  • Discover how the right ETFs can offer a straightforward path to building long-term wealth through diversification without constant oversight.
  • The Betashares Australian Quality ETF provides exposure to resilient homegrown businesses with stable growth potential—find out what makes Wesfarmers a standout.
  • For global diversification, the Betashares Global Quality Leaders ETF offers access to financially robust giants—learn how Visa exemplifies their compelling business models.

Many investors dream of finding a simple, low-maintenance way to build long-term wealth. Something that doesn't require constant monitoring, doesn't rely on lucky timing, and quietly compounds year after year.

Fortunately, that's exactly what the right exchange-traded funds (ETFs) can offer.

They combine the diversification of a managed fund with the flexibility of a share, allowing investors to own dozens or even hundreds of high-quality businesses through a single trade.

For those who want to buy once and hold forever, a few ASX ETFs stand out for their quality, global reach, and long-term growth potential.

Betashares Australian Quality ETF (ASX: AQLT)

The Betashares Australian Quality ETF focuses on homegrown excellence. It invests in ASX shares with strong business models, high returns on equity, and consistent earnings growth. Its portfolio includes some of Australia's most respected names such as Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX: WES), CSL Ltd (ASX: CSL), and ResMed Inc. (ASX: RMD).

Among them, Wesfarmers stands out as a model of quality. The diversified conglomerate owns iconic retail brands like Bunnings, Kmart, and Officeworks, while also holding interests in chemicals, energy, and healthcare. This diversity allows Wesfarmers to generate steady cash flow across market cycles and reinvest in future growth.

Its disciplined management, long-term strategic view, and strong shareholder returns make it exactly the type of business that belongs in Betashares Australian Quality ETF's quality-focused portfolio.

For investors seeking exposure to Australia's most resilient businesses, this ASX ETF offers a simple and effective way to capture long-term growth without taking unnecessary risks.

It was recently recommended as one to consider by analysts at Betashares.

Betashares Global Quality Leaders ETF (ASX: QLTY)

Another quality ASX ETF that could be worth considering is the Betashares Global Quality Leaders ETF. It is designed to give investors access to the world's most financially sound and profitable stocks.

Like its Australian cousin, it focuses on businesses with high returns on equity, low debt, and consistent earnings. These are the kind of characteristics that underpin sustainable compounding over time.

Its portfolio includes global giants such as Nestle (SWX: NESN), Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ), Visa (NYSE: V), Procter & Gamble Co (NYSE: PG), and Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ: MSFT).

One standout is Visa, the world's largest digital payments network. Visa continues to benefit from the ongoing shift away from cash and the rise of ecommerce. Its scale, trusted brand, and massive global footprint mean it takes a small slice of billions of transactions every day. This means it boasts a business model that's remarkably resilient, high-margin, and scalable.

With exposure to leading stocks across healthcare, consumer staples, and technology, the Betashares Global Quality Leaders ETF could be a great long term holding.

It was also recently recommended by analysts at Betashares.

Motley Fool contributor James Mickleboro has positions in CSL and ResMed. The Motley Fool Australia's parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has positions in and has recommended CSL, Microsoft, ResMed, Visa, and Wesfarmers. The Motley Fool Australia's parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has recommended Johnson & Johnson and Nestlé 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 ResMed. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended CSL, Microsoft, Visa, 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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