Exchange traded funds (ETFs) continue to grow in popularity with Australians, with billions being poured into them each year.
It isn't hard to see why they are so popular. These financial assets make investing easy and allow investors to gain exposure to areas of the market that would ordinarily be difficult to achieve.
But which ones could be worth considering if you had $20,000 to invest in the share market this month? Let's take a look at five funds that could at least be deserving of a spot on your watchlist.
Here's what you need to know about them:
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BetaShares Global Cybersecurity ETF (ASX: HACK)
The BetaShares Global Cybersecurity ETF gives investors direct exposure to the stocks leading the charge in cybersecurity. Its portfolio includes major players such as CrowdStrike (NASDAQ: CRWD), Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ: PANW), and Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT), which are benefiting from surging demand for cloud security, AI-driven threat detection, and enterprise protection. With cyberattacks only getting more prevalent, this ASX ETF taps into a long-duration megatrend.
Global X Battery Tech & Lithium ETF (ASX: ACDC)
Another ASX ETF that could be worth a closer look is the Global X Battery Tech & Lithium ETF. It provides investors with easy exposure to the leading companies in battery materials, electric vehicles, and renewable energy storage. Its holdings include Tesla Inc (NASDAQ: TSLA), Albemarle Corp (NYSE: ALB), and Contemporary Amperex Technology Co Ltd (CATL). It was recently recommended by analysts at Global X.
Betashares S&P/ASX Australian Technology ETF (ASX: ATEC)
A third ASX ETF to consider is the Betashares S&P/ASX Australian Technology ETF. It brings together some of the most innovative stocks on the ASX, tracking the performance of the S&P/ASX All Technology Index. Its holdings include WiseTech Global Ltd (ASX: WTC), Xero Ltd (ASX: XRO), and TechnologyOne Ltd (ASX: TNE). These businesses are expanding globally while generating recurring revenue from software and digital services. Following a sharp decline in recent months, now could be an opportune time to consider a position. This fund was recently recommended by the fund manager.
Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (ASX: VAS)
If you want a simple way to invest in Australian shares, then the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF could be the way to do it. This fund tracks the 300 largest stocks on the ASX, including Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA), BHP Group Ltd (ASX: BHP), and CSL Ltd (ASX: CSL). It could work well as a core portfolio holding for those wanting long-term stability, broad diversification, and a source of income.
Betashares India Quality ETF (ASX: IIND)
Lastly, the Betashares India Quality ETF could be worth considering. It offers an easy way for Aussie investors to tap into India's economy, which is one of the fastest growing in the world. This ASX ETF invests in 30 of India's highest-quality stocks. Key holdings include Infosys (NYSE: INFY), Hindustan Unilever, and ICICI Bank. With India expected to become the world's third-largest economy by 2030, this fund gives investors a foothold in a market driven by a young population, rapid urbanisation, and surging middle-class spending. It was also recently recommended by analysts at Betashares.
