September is almost here, which makes now a good time to think about where fresh money could go next.
The good news is that investors do not need to make a big call on one company to improve their portfolio.
ASX exchange traded funds (ETFs) can provide exposure to dozens, hundreds, or even thousands of shares in a single trade.
With that in mind, here are three ASX ETFs that could be worth considering next month.
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iShares S&P 500 ETF (ASX: IVV)
The iShares S&P 500 ETF could be a great starting point for many Australian investors.
This fund tracks Wall Street's famous S&P 500 Index, which is home to many of the largest listed companies in the United States.
That means investors can gain exposure to businesses involved in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, healthcare, payments, consumer brands, industrial products, financial services, and entertainment.
One of the strengths of this ETF is that it does not rely on a single theme. The US market has a deep collection of companies that sell into global markets, reinvest heavily, and have long records of adapting as the economy changes.
For Aussie investors, this can be a simple way to look beyond the local share market and own a slice of some of the world's most important businesses.
Betashares Asia Technology Tigers ETF (ASX: ASIA)
Another ASX ETF to look at in September is the Betashares Asia Technology Tigers ETF.
This fund offers exposure to large Asian technology companies across areas such as semiconductors, ecommerce, digital payments, online entertainment, gaming, and internet platforms.
This could be an attractive part of the market because Asia is not just a manufacturing base or a consumer region. It is also home to technology companies that are deeply involved in how the digital economy is built and used.
There are risks. Regulation, geopolitics, currencies, and market sentiment can all create volatility. But for investors wanting technology exposure outside the United States, this ETF offers a focused way to get it.
Betashares Global Robotics and Artificial Intelligence ETF (ASX: RBTZ)
A final ASX ETF for investors to consider is the Betashares Global Robotics and Artificial Intelligence ETF.
This fund is aimed at companies involved in robotics, automation, artificial intelligence, drones, and related technologies.
What I like about this area is that it is not just about software on a screen. Robotics and automation can change how factories operate, how warehouses move goods, how hospitals handle work, how farms lift productivity, and how logistics networks become more efficient. That gives the ETF exposure to a long-term shift in the real economy.
It will almost certainly not be a smooth ride. The theme can attract excitement, and valuations can move around quickly. But over the long term, machines doing more work in more places could be a powerful investment trend.
