For investors who want to build wealth steadily without constantly checking the market, exchange-traded funds (ETFs) can be the ultimate buy-and-hold investment.
By combining diversification, low fees, and long-term exposure to quality stocks, ETFs make it easy to grow your portfolio over time.
Here are five ASX ETFs that could reward patient investors over the next decade and beyond.
Betashares Nasdaq 100 ETF (ASX: NDQ)
The Betashares Nasdaq 100 ETF gives investors easy access to 100 of the largest stocks listed on the Nasdaq exchange. This includes names like Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL), Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA), and Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN).
These global technology leaders have been driving much of the world's innovation in artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, and digital infrastructure. And with the AI and cloud computing booms only in their early innings, these companies appear well-positioned for growth over the next decade.
Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF (ASX: VGS)
The Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF provides broad exposure to more than 1,200 large and mid-cap stocks from major developed markets, including the United States, Europe, and Japan. Top holdings include Nestle (SWX: NESN), Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ), and Toyota Motor Corp (TYO: 7203).
Over a 10-year holding period, the Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF could provide steady capital growth while smoothing out volatility through its broad mix of sectors and geographies.
Betashares Australian Quality ETF (ASX: AQLT)
For investors who want to keep things local, the Betashares Australian Quality ETF focuses on Australian stocks with strong balance sheets, high profitability, and stable earnings.
Top holdings include Goodman Group (ASX: GMG), Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX: WES), and Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX: MQG). These are exactly the kinds of blue-chip names that can anchor a portfolio through economic cycles. It was named as one to consider buying by analysts at Betashares.
Betashares Asia Technology Tigers ETF (ASX: ASIA)
Another ASX ETF to buy and hold could be the Betashares Asia Technology Tigers ETF. It taps into one of the most powerful long-term growth themes: Asia's technological transformation. It holds regional heavyweights such as Tencent Holdings (SEHK: 700), Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (NYSE: TSM), and Baidu (NASDAQ: BIDU).
With Asia home to some of the fastest-growing consumer markets in the world, this ASX ETF provides investors easy exposure to cutting-edge innovation in ecommerce, semiconductors, and digital payments.
VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat ETF (ASX: MOAT)
Finally, the VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat ETF is an easy way to invest like Warren Buffett. This popular fund invests in a selection of US stocks that have sustainable competitive advantages and fair valuations. These are qualities the Oracle of Omaha looks for when investing.
Current holdings include names such as Nike (NYSE: NKE), Walt Disney (NYSE: DIS), and Estee Lauder (NYSE: EL).
Given Buffett's track record over many decades, it would never be a bad idea to follow his lead when making buy and hold investments.
