Exchange traded funds (ETFs) have become an increasingly popular way for Australian investors to access opportunities that would otherwise be difficult to reach through local shares alone.
Rather than focusing on one country or one outcome, the right mix of ETFs can provide exposure to different growth drivers, economic cycles, and business models around the world.
With that in mind, here are three ASX ETFs that could be worth considering right now, each offering something quite different.
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VanEck China New Economy ETF (ASX: CNEW)
The first ASX ETF to consider is the VanEck China New Economy ETF.
It is focused on businesses tied to China's domestic consumption, innovation, and healthcare trends. This includes companies operating in areas such as pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and technology-enabled services.
Examples of holdings include Intsig Information and Giantec Semiconductor. These types of businesses are more exposed to rising incomes, digital adoption, and industrial upgrading than to global commodity cycles.
For Australian investors, the VanEck China New Economy ETF offers a way to gain exposure to China's evolving economy rather than its old one.
It was recently recommended by analysts at VanEck.
Betashares India Quality ETF (ASX: IIND)
Another ASX ETF that could be a buy is the Betashares India Quality ETF.
India's growth story is often discussed in broad terms, but this fund takes a more selective approach by focusing on higher-quality companies rather than the market as a whole. This ETF targets businesses with strong balance sheets, consistent earnings, and solid returns on capital.
Holdings include companies such as Infosys (NYSE: INFY) and HDFC Bank (NSEI: HDFCBANK), which play central roles in India's technology services and financial systems.
What makes this fund a stand out is its emphasis on durability. India's economy is expected to grow for decades, but not every company will benefit equally. By filtering for quality, this ASX ETF aims to capture growth while reducing some of the risks that can come with fast-expanding markets.
This fund was recently recommended by analysts at Betashares.
Betashares Global Quality Leaders ETF (ASX: QLTY)
A final ASX ETF to look at is the Betashares Global Quality Leaders ETF.
This ASX ETF invests in global companies with strong competitive advantages, high profitability, and consistent earnings growth. Rather than simply backing size or popularity, the ETF focuses on businesses that have demonstrated an ability to defend margins and generate returns over long periods.
To avoid the usual examples, holdings include Adobe (NASDAQ: ADBE) and LVMH (FRA: MO). These companies operate in very different industries, but both benefit from powerful brands, pricing power, and loyal customer bases.
For Australian investors, the Betashares Global Quality Leaders ETF can act as a core global holding. It provides exposure to world-class businesses across regions and sectors, without requiring constant changes as leadership shifts over time.
The fund manager also recently recommended this fund to investors.
