There are plenty of ASX exchange traded funds (ETFs) for investors to choose from on the local bourse.
But some stand out because they provide exposure to areas of the market that could grow strongly over the next decade.
Three such examples are named below. Here's why they could be worth watching:
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Betashares Asia Technology Tigers ETF (ASX: ASIA)
The first ASX ETF to consider is the Betashares Asia Technology Tigers ETF.
This fund gives investors exposure to leading technology companies across Asia. Its portfolio includes businesses involved in semiconductors, ecommerce, gaming, online platforms, and other areas of the digital economy. Holdings include WeChat owner Tencent and search giant Baidu.
This could be an attractive part of the market to be exposed to. Asia is home to some of the world's most important technology companies, as well as huge consumer markets that continue to become more digital.
The fund also gives investors technology exposure away from the United States, which could be useful for anyone already holding US-focused ETFs.
There will be volatility along the way, particularly given the geopolitical and regulatory risks in the region. But over the long term, Asia's technology sector has plenty of room to grow.
Betashares Global Robotics and Artificial Intelligence ETF (ASX: RBTZ)
Another exciting ASX ETF to watch is the Betashares Global Robotics and Artificial Intelligence ETF.
This fund invests in companies involved in robotics, automation, artificial intelligence (AI), drones, and other related technologies.
The long-term opportunity here is significant. Businesses around the world are looking for ways to improve productivity, reduce costs, and automate more tasks.
This is already happening in factories, warehouses, hospitals, farms, and logistics networks. As robotics technology improves and becomes cheaper, it could be used in more industries and for increasingly complex jobs.
That could create a very long growth runway for the companies held by the Betashares Global Robotics and Artificial Intelligence ETF.
Global X Artificial Intelligence ETF (ASX: GXAI)
A final ASX ETF for investors to watch is the Global X Artificial Intelligence ETF.
As its name implies, this fund provides exposure to companies that are benefiting from the growth of AI.
This means businesses involved in areas such as semiconductors, software, cloud computing, data infrastructure, and automation. Holdings include Palantir (NASDAQ: PLTR), Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), and Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA).
AI has already started changing how companies operate, but we could still be relatively early in its development.
Over the next decade, it could become embedded in everything from healthcare and financial services to manufacturing, advertising, and everyday software.
Picking the individual winners could be difficult. But investors don't have to when this ETF offers a simple way to gain exposure to the broader AI opportunity.
