3 fantastic ASX ETFs to buy this month

These funds offer investors access to exciting areas of the share market.

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If you are looking to put money to work this month, ASX ETFs can offer a simple way to tap into powerful global trends.

Rather than trying to pick individual winners, these funds give you exposure to entire industries and regions that are shaping the future. The key is finding ETFs with strong tailwinds and unique angles that could drive long-term growth.

Here are three fantastic ASX ETFs to consider right now.

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BetaShares Asia Technology Tigers ETF (ASX: ASIA)

The first ASX ETF that stands out is the BetaShares Asia Technology Tigers ETF.

While many investors focus heavily on US tech, this fund offers exposure to a different engine of global growth. It targets leading technology companies across Asia, a region with rapidly expanding digital economies and massive populations.

Key holdings include Tencent Holdings (SEHK: 700), Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (NYSE: TSM), and Alibaba Group (NYSE: BABA).

What makes the BetaShares Asia Technology Tigers ETF interesting right now is the potential for a shift in sentiment. Asian tech has lagged in recent years due to regulatory and macro concerns, but the long-term growth story remains intact.

If conditions stabilise, this could be a part of the market that surprises on the upside.

The team at BetaShares recently recommended this fund.

VanEck Video Gaming and Esports ETF (ASX: ESPO)

Another ASX ETF that could be worth considering is the VanEck Video Gaming and Esports ETF.

This fund is not just about gaming in the traditional sense. It is a play on interactive entertainment, digital ecosystems, and how people spend their time and money online.

Its holdings include NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA), Nintendo, and Roblox (NYSE: RBLX).

What sets this ETF apart is its exposure to both the creators and enablers of gaming. From chipmakers powering graphics to developers building immersive experiences, it captures the full value chain.

As gaming continues to evolve into a global, always-on form of entertainment, the VanEck Video Gaming and Esports ETF offers a way to participate in that shift.

This fund was recently recommended by analysts at VanEck.

Betashares Global Robotics And Artificial Intelligence ETF (ASX: RBTZ)

A third ASX ETF that looks compelling is the Betashares Global Robotics And Artificial Intelligence ETF.

This fund provides exposure to companies leading the automation and AI revolution. This includes businesses involved in robotics, machine learning, and industrial automation.

Among its holdings are Intuitive Surgical (NASDAQ: ISRG), Keyence Corporation, and ABB Ltd (SWX: ABBN).

Rather than focusing on a single application of AI, this ETF spreads exposure across multiple industries where automation is becoming essential.

From manufacturing to healthcare, these technologies are transforming how work gets done. That gives the Betashares Global Robotics And Artificial Intelligence ETF a broad and durable growth runway.

This fund was also recently recommended by analysts at BetaShares.

Motley Fool contributor James Mickleboro has positions in Betashares Capital - Asia Technology Tigers Etf. The Motley Fool Australia's parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has positions in and has recommended Abb, Intuitive Surgical, Nvidia, Roblox, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Tencent. The Motley Fool Australia's parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has recommended Alibaba Group and Nintendo and has recommended the following options: long January 2028 $520 calls on Intuitive Surgical and short January 2028 $530 calls on Intuitive Surgical. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended Nvidia. 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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