Rising oil and gas prices rattled investors, raising concerns about the impact on the businesses they were invested in.

We are starting to see that impact, with Qantas Airways Ltd (ASX: QAN) doubling its jet fuel cost estimates for 2H FY26 today.

Fortescue Ltd (ASX: FMG) chair Dr Andrew Forrest has also revealed they paid up to double for emergency fuel supplies last month.

With all this in mind, it's interesting to look at how Aussie investors repositioned their ASX ETF portfolios as the conflict unfolded.

Aussies have $329 billion invested in ASX ETFs, and last month they ploughed an additional $5.6 billion into their favoured funds.

That makes March the third-highest month for net inflows ever. It seems the volatility caused by the war did not dampen their interest.

A new report from Betashares, which shows the top 10 ASX ETFs for inflows and outflows last month, reveals some interesting trends.

Let's take a look.

Top 10 ASX ETFs for inflows last month

Top 10 ETFs for outflows

How ASX ETFs investors repositioned last month

The VAS ETF is the most popular Australian shares ETF on the market, so it's no surprise to see it take out the top spot.

VGS is the most popular international shares ETF, so it's routine to see it close to the top as well.

The presence of IHVV in the top inflows list, and its unhedged counterpart IVV ETF in the top outflows, shows investors are mindful of currency changes over the past 12 months.

The Australian dollar has risen from just over 60 US cents 12 months ago to a three-year high of 70.8 US cents today.

As James Gruber, Equity Market Strategist at CommSec, points out:

When the Australian dollar strengthens, your international ETF returns shrink, and if the Australian dollar weakens, your returns improve.

Outflows from QAU ETF reflect profit-taking amid a 21% decline in the gold price over the first three weeks of March.

Sprott Managing Partner, Paul Wong, said investors need not be worried though.

Wong added:

Gold's March drop reflects a liquidity crunch, not a breakdown in its long-term role. 

As financial stress builds, gold is likely to reassert itself as a key monetary anchor.

Another interesting trend is the inflows into non-US international ETFs, reflecting the poorer performance of US markets this year.

In the year to date, the S&P 500 Index (SP: .INX) has lifted just 0.6% compared to a 3% bump for the ASX 200.

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Here are three Vanguard exchange-traded funds (ETFs) I think are worth a closer look as we head into April.

Vanguard Diversified High Growth Index ETF (ASX: VDHG)

The Vanguard Diversified High Growth Index ETF is the kind of fund I think of as a set and forget option.

It bundles together multiple asset classes, including Australian shares, global equities, and fixed income, into a single investment.

What stands out to me is how it simplifies decision-making. Instead of choosing between regions or sectors, you're getting a pre-built portfolio that automatically rebalances over time.

In periods where markets are volatile, that structure can be useful. You're not trying to pick the exact winner. You're staying invested across everything.

Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (ASX: VAS)

The Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF offers investors something more familiar.

It gives broad exposure to the Australian market, including banks like Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA), miners like BHP Group Ltd (ASX: BHP), and other large domestic businesses like Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX: WES).

This is particularly useful for income investors. The Australian market tends to offer higher dividend yields than many global markets, supported by franking credits. The VAS ETF captures this.

At the same time, it still provides exposure to companies that benefit from economic growth and commodity demand.

Overall, I think it's a simple way to anchor a portfolio in the local market while collecting income along the way.

Vanguard FTSE All-World ex-US Shares Index ETF (ASX: VEU)

The Vanguard FTSE All-World ex-US Shares Index ETF fills a gap that many portfolios overlook.

A lot of global investing ends up heavily concentrated in the United States. The VEU ETF deliberately excludes the US and instead provides exposure to Europe, Asia, and emerging markets.

That changes the mix. You're getting access to different economic cycles, currencies, and industries that don't always move in sync with the US.

In a world where diversification matters, I think that's an interesting angle to add.

Foolish takeaway

The VDHG, VAS, and VEU ETFs each serve a different purpose.

One simplifies everything into a single portfolio, one anchors you to the Australian market and its income, and one expands your reach beyond the US.

Together, I think they can complement each other and help build a more balanced portfolio.

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Thanks partly to our unique system of franking, as well as some good old fashioned love of country, it's fair to say that ASX investors have a strong local bias.

When we do branch out to invest beyond our shores, it is usually a direct flight to the US markets. As I've written here before, the US is, as it should be, the first port of call for ASX investors seeking international diversification. No one can deny that the US is home to the vast majority of the world's best and most dominant businesses. No other country's share market constituents can match the size, scope and scale of top US stocks like Amazon, Alphabet, Microsoft, Netflix, Mastercard, Procter & Gamble, Apple, and countless others.

However, that doesn't meaning investing in US stocks isn't without risk. The US-Iran war that has been raging all month proves that. As such, I think the prudent investor might wish to consider diversifying beyond just Australia and America. The easiest way to do this, by far, is by using exchange-traded funds (ETFs).

Let's go through some of the best options for stocks outside Australia and the US.

3 ASX ETFs that can help diversify a portfolio

First up, there's the Vanguard All-World ex-US Shares Index ETF (ASX: VEU). This ETF, as its name implies, throws a whole bunch of different countries' stock markets together, with the notable exception of the US. The largest contributors to VEU's portfolio include Japan, the United Kingdom, China, Canada, India, and Taiwan. A healthy mix of advanced and developing economies there. ASX do feature in this ETF as well, although they make up just 4.3% of the entire portfolio.

Another option to consider is the Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets Shares ETF (ASX: VGE). VGE focuses exclusively on emerging economies, so you won't find European, British or Japanese stocks here. Instead, VGE's largest contributors are countries like China, Taiwan, Brazil, South Africa and Saudi Arabia.

Finally, investors can consider the iShares MSCI EAFE ETF (ASX: IVE). This fund covers markets from Europe, Asia and the Far East (EAFE). It offers exposure to countries ranging form Japan, Spain and the UK to Germany, Singapore and Israel. Again, Australia is included as well, but contributes just over 6% to IVE's holdings.

Foolish takeaway

All three of these ASX ETFs offer Australian investors an easy way to add exposure to stocks from Europe, Asia and Africa to their portfolios. These regions are under-represented in the vast majority of ASX portfolios, and can help insulate investors from adverse movements on the American or Australian markets.

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Of course, knowing what you are investing in is vital when making your decision. 

However an often overlooked aspect of ASX ETF investing is the cost of management fees. 

What are ASX ETF management fees?

ASX ETF management fees are the ongoing costs charged by the fund provider to operate and manage the exchange-traded fund. 

These fees help cover expenses like portfolio management, administration, index licensing, custody, and regulatory compliance. 

Management fees are usually expressed as a percentage per annum (% p.a.) of the total value of your investment.

Rather than being charged directly to investors, the fee is automatically deducted from the ETF's assets on an ongoing basis, meaning it is reflected in the ETF's unit price and overall returns over time.

It is also important to recognise that different funds have different fees based on how complex the fund is to run. 

Actively managed and specialised funds tend to be more expensive due to research, trading, and management costs, while passive index funds are usually cheaper. 

Fees can also be higher for funds with international exposure, currency hedging, or less liquid assets. In contrast, large, broad-market funds often have lower fees because their costs are spread across more investors.

Does the management fee really matter?

When you compare funds, you might see management costs ranging from 0.05% p.a. to even 1% p.a. 

While 1% might not sound like a lot, even a tiny difference in management fees can add up over the long-term, especially with large investments. 

The Motley Fool's Sebastian Bowen covered this in great detail last year. 

His research shows an ASX ETF that is 0.05% cheaper can save you almost $6,000 over a 20-year period. 

With that in mind, here are some options for investors seeking low-fee ASX ETFs that have also brought strong returns. 

Vanguard Us Total Market Shares Index ETF (ASX: VTS)

This fund is the cheapest fund I could find in terms of management fees p.a.

Its management fee sits at just 0.03% p.a. 

The fund provides exposure to some of the world's largest companies listed in the United States.

Alongside this low ongoing cost, it has risen by 93.89% in the last 5 years. 

iShares S&P 500 ETF (ASX: IVV)

Put simply, this fund aims to provide investors with the performance of the S&P 500 Index. 

The fund has risen by 104.83% in the last 5 years. 

Alongside this growth, it has a very low cost fee of 0.04% p.a. 

Vanguard FTSE All-World ex-US ETF (ASX: VEU)

This ETF provides exposure to many of the world's largest companies listed in major developed and emerging countries outside the US.

It has a management fee of 0.04% p.a and has risen by 43% in the last 5 years. 

Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF (ASX: VGS)

This is Australia's second largest ETF by market capitalisation.

It has a management fee of 0.18% p.a. 

The fund includes around 1,300 companies from developed countries, excluding Australia.

It has risen by almost 80% in the last 5 years. 

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Most Australians tend to opt for a simple 'balanced' fund from one of the many providers out there. But there are others who instead choose to directly pick and manage the investments, or even run their own self-managed super funds (SMSF). For these investors, there are numerous exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that may suit their needs.

ETFs are a great way to easily add diversification and stability to a super fund. So let's talk about the two top ASX ETFs that I think would be suitable for most superannuation funds today.

Two ASX ETFs to consider for your superannuation fund in 2026

Vanguard All-World ex-US Shares Index ETF (ASX: VEU)

Most Australian superannuation funds, whether they be pre-mix portfolios, SMSFs, or others, are heavily exposed to both the Australian and American stock markets. That makes sense. The Australian markets offer familiarity, domestic investment, and exposure to a market that has historically delivered wealth-building returns. Franking credits are an added bonus.

Meanwhile, the USA is home to many of the best businesses in the world, whether that be Apple, Mastercard, Costco, or Nvidia.

But some investors may wish to diversify their superannuation portfolios away from these two markets. The Vanguard All-World ex-US Shares Index ETF is an easy solution. This Vanguard ETF tracks dozens of stock markets around the world, excluding the American markets. It draws its holdings from countries as diverse as India, Taiwan, the United Kingdom, Japan, Brazil, and Thailand. Some of its largest positions include Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co, Shell plc, Toyota, and Nestle.

This ASX ETF would suit any investor who would like to see their superannuation investments spread out amongst a truly global portfolio of stocks.

iShares Global Consumer Staples ETF (ASX: IXI)

Given that our superannuation funds represent our ticket to a comfortable retirement, investors usually want to see their capital deployed in safe, reliable businesses that can survive and thrive in all kinds of economic climates. That's where this ASX ETF can come in handy.

The iShares Global Consumer Staples ETF invests in a basket of the world's best consumer staples stocks. These stocks produce goods that we tend to need to buy continuously. They include food, drinks, household essentials, alcohol, and tobacco.

These companies make for wonderful defensive investments, as the requirement to keep our households well-stocked doesn't abate during recessions or periods of high inflation. Some of IXI's largest companies include Coca-Cola Co, Walmart, Kraft Heinz, Procter & Gamble, and Colgate-Palmolive.

If you're looking for a defensive ETF for your superannuation fund that puts your money in some of the world's most resilient businesses, this fund is well worth a closer look.

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With this in mind, let's discuss three Australian ETFs that I believe any investor can purchase today and hold for decades to come.

Three Australian ETFs that anyone can buy and hold forever

Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (ASX: VAS)

First up, we have this Australian ETF from Vanguard. This fund is one that does indeed hold the largest 300 stocks listed on the Australian markets. That's everything from Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: TLS) and Telstra Group Ltd (ASX: TLS) to Coles Group Ltd (ASX: COL) and Ampol Ltd (ASX: ALD).

Decades of data have shown that simply investing in the Australian share market has produced relatively high returns for investors if we use a long-term lens. Australian shares have historically delivered decent capital growth, strong dividend income, and valuable franking credits. Investors can buy VAS units today, safe in the knowledge that while the largest 300 companies in Australia will move over time, this Australian ETF will move with them by watering the winners and weeding out the losers.

iShares S&P 500 ETF (ASX: IVV)

This next Australian ETF works similarly to VAS. However, instead of holding stakes in the largest 300 Australian shares, it owns stakes in the largest 500 companies listed on the American stock market. That's everything from Apple, Amazon, Netflix, Microsoft, Mastercard, Walmart, Coca-Cola Co, and ExxonMobil.

The US has also been a historically lucrative market for long-term investors. Even the legendary Warren Buffett has repeatedly stated that he believes an S&P 500 Index (SP: .INX) fund like this one is the best choice for most investors.

Given that the US is still home to the vast majority of the world's most successful businesses, I would be happy to buy and hold this ETF for the rest of my life.

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Many Vanguard funds make up important parts of investors' portfolios. In fact, the two largest ASX ETFs by market capitalisation are Vanguard funds. 

As today marks the last day of trading for 2025, here are the Vanguard ASX ETFs that brought the best returns this year. 

Vanguard Ftse Europe Shares ETF (ASX: VEQ)

As the name suggests, this fund offers exposure to companies in major European markets. 

It aims to track the return of the FTSE Developed Europe All Cap Index. 

This includes more than 1,200 holdings (mainly large-cap) from approximately 16 countries

Its largest geographical exposure is to: 

• United Kingdom (23.2%)
• France (14.4%)
• Switzerland (14.1%)
• Germany (13.8%)

No individual holding makes up more than 3% of the fund. 

In 2025, diversification into the European market proved a great decision for investors. 

This ASX ETF rose by approximately 23% this calendar year. 

Vanguard FTSE Asia ex Japan Shares Index ETF (ASX: VAE)

Finishing the year in second place was the Vanguard FTSE Asia ex Japan Shares Index ETF. 

This fund provides investors exposure to securities listed in Asia excluding Japan, Australia and New Zealand.

It tracks the return of the FTSE Asia Pacific ex Japan, Australia and New Zealand Index. 

At the time of writing, it is made up of more than 1,700 holdings, with its largest exposure being an 11.5% holding in Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co Ltd. 

Roughly half of the fund is weighted towards companies in China and Taiwan. 

Investors who held this fund through the year enjoyed a rise of approximately 20%. 

Vanguard International Equity Index Funds – Vanguard FTSE All-World ex-US ETF (ASX: VEU)

In third place was the Vanguard FTSE All-World ex-US ETF. 

The ETF provides exposure to many of the world's largest companies listed in major developed and emerging countries outside the US.

It seeks to track the return of the FTSE All-World ex US Index. 

At the time of writing, it is made up of more than 3,800 holdings. 

Its largest exposure geographically is towards: 

• Japan (15.3%)
• China (9.9%)
• United Kingdom (8.9%)

This fund could be ideal for an investor looking to diversify away from a US heavy portfolio. 

This strategy was worthwhile in 2025, as this fund rose approximately 19%. 

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ETFs can be thought of as collections of different shares that trade under one overarching name (and ticker code). To illustrate, the most popular ETFs on the ASX are funds that hold the largest 200 or 300 companies on our stock market. That's everything from Woolworths Group Ltd (ASX: WOW) and Telstra Group Ltd (ASX: TLS) to Ampol Ltd (ASX: ALD) and JB Hi-Fi Ltd (ASX: JBH).

If an investor just buys one ASX 200 ETF, they are really investing in the 200 companies that the ETF holds. These companies are updated periodically, meaning the beginner investor doesn't ever have to worry about them again once they've bought the fund. If they don't wish to, of course.

So today, I'll discuss three ASX ETFs that are all a beginner investor needs to have a diversified portfolio of different stocks that will help to build real wealth over time. If an investor buys each fund, elects to reinvest all dividends received, and buys as many units (shares of ETFs) as they can, as often as they can, they are highly likely to increase their wealth dramatically over their lives. That's if the past hundred years are anything to go off.

3 ASX ETFs that are perfect for a beginner investor

First off, we'll start with an Australia-focused fund, the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (ASX: VAS). This fund works as we discussed above. It holds the largest 300 shares listed on the Australian share market, with every name above included. Amongst many others. Australian shares have delivered healthy returns for decades, and this ETF is a great way to patriotically tap into that trend.

Next up, the iShares S&P 500 ETF (ASX: IVV) is a perfect addition to our portfolio. Instead of holding the largest 300 stocks on the Australian market, this fund holds the largest 500 listed over in the United States. The USA houses many, if not most of, the world's best businesses, hands down. With this ETF, you'll be indirectly buying companies ranging from Apple, Amazon and Microsoft to Coca-Cola Co, Mastercard and Ford Motor Company.

These are the companies that dominate global commerce, and, if legendary investor Warren Buffett is to be believed, will continue to do so. I think following Buffett's advice is a sensible path for any beginner investor, so this ASX ETF joins our portfolio.

Finally, we have another Vanguard ETF, the Vanguard All-World ex-US ETF (ASX: VEU). This ETF plugs the giant gap in our portfolios' diversification by branching out beyond just Australia and the US. And branch out it does. This ASX ETF holds thousands of underlying companies, hailing from dozens of different countries. These span from China, India, Brazil and Spain to Taiwan, Singapore, South Africa and Canada.

Over long periods of time, we sometimes see some markets thrive while others suffer. Holding this ETF mitigates some of that risk, as well as providing some potential protection if a country-specific issue affects the US or Australian economies.

Foolish takeaway

These three ASX ETFs together cover most corners of the global economy and form a well-diversified portfolio. All three are passive, hands-off investments that require little ongoing effort or even thought. That, in my view, makes them perfect choices for a beginner investor.

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Instead of researching dozens of individual stocks or trying to predict which region will outperform next, you can buy broad, low-cost funds that give you instant exposure to thousands of businesses around the world.

If you're aiming to grow long-term wealth beyond the ASX, the three simple ETFs listed below, each offering a different type of global exposure, could form the backbone of a high-quality portfolio.

Vanguard All-World ex-US Shares ETF (ASX: VEU)

To build genuine global diversification, it makes sense to start with an ETF that captures markets outside the United States, and the Vanguard All-World ex-US Shares ETF is one of the most comprehensive funds available. It holds thousands of stocks across Europe, Asia, Canada, Latin America, and emerging markets, giving investors exposure to a broad range of economies and industries.

This ASX ETF's top holdings include Alibaba (NYSE: BABA), Toyota Motor Corporation (TYO: 7203), HSBC (NYSE: HSBC), Tencent Holdings (SEHK: 700), and Astra Zeneca (LSE: AZN). These companies offer exposure to global consumer goods, industrials, finance, Asian technology, and healthcare.

By including this fund, investors gain access to regions that often move independently of US and Australian markets, helping smooth long-term returns.

iShares S&P 500 ETF (ASX: IVV)

For exposure to the world's most powerful companies, the iShares S&P 500 ETF is one of the strongest options on the ASX. It tracks the S&P 500 index, giving investors a slice of America's top businesses.

The portfolio includes giants such as Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA), Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOGL), Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN), Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ), and Walmart (NYSE: WMT). These companies lead the world in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, e-commerce, pharmaceuticals, and consumer staples.

By owning this ASX ETF, investors gain exposure to growth engines that simply don't exist on the ASX at the same scale.

BetaShares Global Quality Leaders ETF (ASX: QLTY)

Finally, for investors who want to tilt their global portfolio toward quality, the BetaShares Global Quality Leaders ETF is worth a look.

It adds exposure to 150 elite stocks with strong balance sheets, high returns on capital, and durable competitive advantages.

Its holdings include Visa (NYSE: V), ResMed (ASX: RMD), LAM Research (NASDAQ: LRCX), Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ: COST), and Adobe (NASDAQ: ADBE). These companies have long track records of consistent earnings, strong pricing power, and leadership positions in their respective markets.

This fund was tipped by analysts at Betashares as one to consider buying.

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SMSF investors have the most flexibility in where to put their money. Interestingly, it's ASX shares that have the biggest allocation, followed by direct property, cash and term deposits, managed funds and then unlisted trusts.

Let's take a look at which ASX shares are the most popular within SMSF portfolios.

The most widely held ASX shares

SMSF cloud accounting software provider Class recently released its 2025 annual benchmark report, giving insights into the SMSF landscape.

As of 30 June 2025, there were 12 ASX shares that featured in at least 20% of SMSF portfolios. They were as follows:

• BHP Group Ltd (ASX: BHP) – 49%
• Woodside Energy Group Ltd (ASX: WDS) – 41.8%
• Westpac Banking Corp (ASX: WBC) – 36.7%
• National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX: NAB) – 36.2%
• ANZ Group Holdings Ltd (ASX: ANZ) – 36.1%
• Telstra Group Ltd (ASX: TLS) – 35.7%
• Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA) – 34.3%
• CSL Ltd (ASX: CSL) – 33.2%
• Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX: WES) – 30.7%
• Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX: MQG) – 29.4%
• Woolworths Group Ltd (ASX: WOW) – 25%
• Rio Tinto Ltd (ASX: RIO) – 21.2%

Perhaps it's no surprise that virtually all of these businesses are known for paying a pleasing dividend yield because of the appeal that may have for income investors.

Curiously, while it's BHP and Woodside that have the highest number of SMSFs invested in them, it's a different order for the most dollars invested in each stock.

Below is the biggest percentage of total SMSF ASX share investments, according to Class, with a weighting of at least 2%:

• CBA – 8%
• NAB – 4.1%
• Westpac – 4%
• BHP – 3.9%
• Wesfarmers – 3.3%
• Macquarie – 3.1%
• ANZ – 3%
• CSL – 3%
• Telstra – 2.2%

This goes to show that the big ASX bank shares still have significant backing by a smaller group of SMSF investors.

What about international shares and ASX ETFs?

Some SMSFs have invested in a range of assets, with international shares and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) becoming increasingly popular.

Of the funds that hold international shares, the five most widely held international shares were Microsoft, Alphabet, Amazon.com, Apple and Nvidia.

Visa, Tesla and Berkshire Hathaway are the other international shares that are held by at least 9% of SMSFs that own international shares.

Of the SMSFs that are invested in ETFs, the following are the most widely held funds:

• Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (ASX: VAS)
• VanEck MSCI International Quality ETF (ASX: QUAL)
• iShares S&P 500 ETF (ASX: IVV)
• Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF (ASX: VGS)
• Vanguard Australian Property Securities Index ETF (ASX: VAP)
• Vanguard All-World ex-US Shares Index ETF (ASX: VEU)

By utilising a mixture of different types of investments, SMSFs can create an ASX share portfolio that provides strong returns and diversification for portfolios.

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Whether that's UK shares, European shares, Japanese shares, Chinese shares, Indian shares and so on – there are a number of places outside of the ASX and US worth investing in. The Vanguard All-World ex-US Shares Index ETF (ASX: VEU) could be an effective all-in-one option for a few different reasons.

While I'm not suggesting making the VEU ETF the biggest position in one's portfolio, I do think it can effectively diversify a portfolio that's overly concentrated in ASX and US shares. Let's get into why it's so compelling.

Global exposure

The key reason why I think it's such an effective diversification option is that it's invested in numerous countries.

The following markets have an allocation of at least 4% in the portfolio: Japan, the UK, China, France, Canada, Germany, Switzerland, India, Taiwan and Australia. The US share market would typically be at least two-thirds of the portfolio in a similar fund that also includes US shares, so it's useful that many other countries get a sizeable weighting instead.

There are plenty of countries with a weighting of between 1% and 4%, including South Korea, the Netherlands, Italy, Spain, Sweden, Denmark, Hong Kong, Brazil and Saudi Arabia.

There are more than 3,800 businesses inside this Vanguard ETF, which makes it one of the most diversified ASX ETFs you can buy, in my view.

International leaders

While it doesn't own any US businesses in the portfolio, it still owns a number of regional or global leaders. I'm not expecting this fund to deliver huge returns, but I think the outlook is promising for solid returns that could potentially beat the S&P/ASX 300 Index (ASX: XKO) because of the strength and quality of the businesses.

Some of the top 10 holdings in the portfolio include Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing, Tencent, SAP, Nestle, ASML, Alibaba, Roche, Novartis, Toyota and AstraZeneca.

As a group, I think these businesses collectively have a very promising future.

If a new global winner emerges from any of the countries covered by this Vanguard ETF, then this fund will benefit.

Very low fees

One of the best reasons to like Vanguard ETFs is that they typically have among the lowest fees for their respective investment products. The lower the fee, the more of the money that stays in the hands of investors rather than going to a fund manager.

The VEU ETF has an annual management fee of just 0.04%, making it one of the cheapest funds on the ASX. Getting that much diversification for such a low fee is a real selling point.

While low fees don't guarantee strong investment returns, it does mean stronger net returns for investors.

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As the chart above shows, the IVV ETF has risen 10% since the April 2025 low, but it's still down more than 9% from 31 January 2025.

Before getting to the positives and negatives, I'll note what this ASX ETF does. The fund gives investors exposure to 500 of the largest businesses that are listed in the US, which incudes companies on the New York Stock Exchange and the NASDAQ.  

Positives

As I just mentioned, there are hundreds of businesses in the portfolio, which is excellent diversification. That helps reduce the risks of being exposed to a particular business or sector too much.

It's invested in many of the world's leading businesses such as Apple, Microsoft, Nvidia, Alphabet, Amazon, Meta Platforms, Berkshire Hathaway, Broadcom and many more.

These are great businesses, with products with very strong market positions, large research and development budgets, excellent balance sheets, impressive profit margins and the solid investment returns.

Historically, I think great businesses are likely to continue winning over time. Many of the names in the IVV ETF portfolio have global operations, giving them compelling growth runways. The global earnings base reduces those companies' reliance on the US economy, which may be useful if the US goes through a difficult period in the next few years.

Its holdings are great and the fund's administration costs are also particularly appealing. It has an annual management fee of just 0.04%. That means almost all of the returns stay with the investor rather than being lost to fees.

Finally, while past performance is not a guarantee of future performance, the returns have been excellent. According to BlackRock, in the five years to April 2025, the average return per annum was 15.9%.

Negatives on the IVV ETF

As a US shares fund, it's obviously only invested in US stocks. Some investors may like that, but I'd suggest that Aussie investors would benefit from diversification, through gaining exposure to other global markets. An option like Vanguard All-World ex-US Shares Index ETF (ASX: VEU) could be an effective option to pair with the IVV ETF.

Investors may also be wary on changes by the new US administration, particularly tariffs. That could have a negative effect on some company earnings for the foreseeable future. It's possible there could be an economic slowdown, but I don't believe it will be a permanent hit forever.

Ultimately, uncertainty may be higher, but I still believe in the long-term collective future of the businesses in this portfolio. Therefore, I'd be happy to invest in the IVV ETF in the long term, but I'm aware that volatility could occur. Lower valuations make this fund even more attractive, not less attractive, in my view.

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But US President Donald Trump is making investors nervous this year.

When Trump announced the US reciprocal tariffs, the S&P 500 spiralled close to official bear market status (a 20% fall from the most recent peak) and the ASX 200 entered an official market correction (10% off the most recent peak).

Could it be time to diversify your international shares investments away from the US?

What is the VEU ETF?

One ASX ETF that allows you to invest everywhere outside the US is the Vanguard All-World ex-US Shares Index ETF (ASX: VEU).

The VEU ETF holds a portfolio of 3,823 international stocks in major developed and emerging countries.

Just over 15% of its holdings are in Japan, 9% are in China, and another 9% are in the United Kingdom.

About 6% of its holdings are in France, with another 6% in Canada.

More than 75% of its holdings are large-cap shares.

The VEU ETF seeks to track the FTSE All-World ex-US Index before fees.

According to March data from ASX, the VEU ETF has $3,712 million in funds under management (FUM).

Let's look back and see how well the VEU ETF has performed for Australian investors over the past year.

Has investing outside the US served ASX investors well?

The VEU ETF closed at $98.50 yesterday, up 0.33%.

This time last year, the VEU closed at $89.45 apiece.

If you had put $10,000 into the VEU ETF on 8 May last year, it would have bought you 111 units (for $9,928.95).

There's been a capital gain of $9.05 per unit since then, which equates to $1,004.55 for your portfolio of 111 units.

But what about dividends (or distributions, as they are called with ETFs)?

Since 8 May 2024, VEU has paid four lots of dividends.

The VEU ETF paid investors 45.89 cents per unit on 19 July last year. The ETF then paid 24.70 cents per unit on 18 October.

VEU investors also received 94.03 cents per unit on 22 January this year and 19.07 cents per unit on 22 April.

All up, that is 183.69 cents per unit, which adds $203.89 worth of annual income from your 111 VEU ETF units.

Grand total…

Your capital gain of $1,004.55 plus your distributions of $203.89 gives you a total return in dollar terms of $1,208.44.

You invested $9,928.95 buying your 111 units of VEU on 8 May.

This means you have received a total return, in percentage terms, of 12.17%.

Your portfolio of VEU ETF units is now worth $11,137.39.

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When investors buy iShares S&P 500 ETF (ASX: IVV) or Vanguard US Total Market Shares Index ETF (ASX: VTS), they're buying a number of great businesses, including the big US tech companies. I think those funds are good investments. However, I wouldn't suggest investors have all their portfolio invested in one of those funds.

The recent uncertainty arising from the US shows the value of having diversification. The global share market is more than just the US stocks.

For investors wanting to add geographic exposure to their portfolios, the following three funds below could be compelling ideas.

Vanguard All-World ex-US Shares Index ETF (ASX: VEU)

The first is Vanguard All-World ex-US Shares Index ETF. This ETF is one of the easiest ways to get exposure to the global share market outside of US stocks.

It's invested in businesses from across the world, including places like Japan, the UK, China, Canada, France, Switzerland, Germany, India, Taiwan, Australia, the Netherlands, South Korea, Sweden, Italy, Spain, Denmark, Hong Kong, Saudi Arabia and Brazil.

The VEU ETF is very diversified, with more than 3,800 holdings. In my view, it adds a lot of what investors may be looking for with diversification away from US-focused ETFs.

It has an annual management fee of just 0.04%, so it's very low cost.

Betashares FTSE 100 ETF (ASX: F100)

For investors who want a more specific geographic allocation, I think this is one of the more appealing ones to consider.

The F100 ETF is invested in 100 of the biggest businesses listed in London, plenty of them have global earnings – this fund is not a pure bet on the UK economy. I believe 100 holdings is a solid amount of diversification.

Trump hit Europe with a higher tariff rate (20%) than the UK (10%). This may suggest that UK companies could be better placed to continue generating solid earnings in the coming years under the Trump administration.

Betashares India Quality ETF (ASX: IIND)

I don't know how the global share market or global manufacturing base will adjust in the foreseeable future, but I think India's economy is well-placed to continue growing regardless of what happens.

The IIND ETF invests in 30 of the highest-quality Indian companies based on their combined ranking across high profitability, low leverage and high earnings stability.

BetaShares says India's economy is one of the fastest-growing in the world, with future growth potential underpinned by "strong structural fundamentals". It's benefiting from tailwinds like a rising population, digitalisation of its economy and a growing middle class.

I think this could be an interesting ASX ETF to own in the coming years.

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Diversification is indeed one of the fundamental considerations when investing in the share market. It will always be riskier to have your wealth tied up in one or two companies as opposed to 10 or 20.

However, if one is just starting out on an investing journey, one might find it difficult to diversify. After all, it's pretty hard not to put all of one's eggs in one basket when you are deciding on what your first share might be.

So, today, let's discuss two ways an investor can build a diversified portfolio from scratch in just one year.

How to build a diversified ASX share portfolio in one year

The first way to build out a diversified share portfolio in 12 months is by using index funds. Index funds are single investments that represent entire markets. Or, in some cases, many markets. Last month, I wrote about three ASX index funds an investor can buy, which can form a diversified portfolio between them.

Those index funds were the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (ASX: VAS), the iShares S&P 500 ETF (ASX: IVV), and the Vanguard All-World ex-U.S. Shares Index ETF (ASX: VEU).

VAS is an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that tracks the largest 300 shares listed on the ASX, weighted by market capitalisation. This includes everything from Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA) and Telstra Group Ltd (ASX: TLS) to Coles Group Ltd (ASX: COL) and JB Hi-Fi Ltd (ASX: JBH).

Similarly, IVV is an index fund that does something similar, only for the largest 500 stocks listed in the United States. Again, that's everything from Apple and Microsoft to Colgate-Palmolive and Ford Motor Company.

Meanwhile, the VEU ETF covers dozens of other countries' stock markets outside the USA. You'll be getting British, Japanese, and Chinese stocks, as well as those from France, India, Taiwan, Mexico, and Malaysia, among many others.

Together, these three ETFs will get you about as diversified an ASX portfolio as one could hope for. Normally, on the ASX, $500 is the minimum amount one needs to invest in a stock or ETF. If you are able to scrape together $1,500 over the course of one year to buy each of these ETFs, you'll be off to a great start with your investing journey, with diversification built into your portfolio from the start.

The harder road

However, some investors might not find this ASX ETF portfolio appealing and want to build a portfolio of individual stocks. There's nothing wrong with this approach, either. But it may take some time before you'll be properly diversified.

Here at the Motley Fool, we usually recommend that investors have between 15 and 25 individual stocks in an ASX portfolio to strike a good balance between diversification and 'over-diversification'. That means you'll need at least $7,500 if you wish to invest $500 in 15 stocks.

If you wish to pursue this path, I would advise starting with a hunt for the best ASX shares across multiple market sectors. Try and find a top tech stock or two, for example, as well as a leader in the consumer staples space, the healthcare sector, or perhaps the mining industry. Supplement these with a telco, a retailer or two, or a utility share. You might even want to look at a bank.

You want to have a portfolio that is not significantly exposed to a sector-wide trend. To illustrate, it's not 'diversification' to buy four different bank stocks, as any crisis in the banking sector is likely to affect all four fairly equally (and your portfolio brutally).

Investors can also add international stocks for an added diversification boost. For example, you might find Amazon stock appealing for your diversified portfolio or perhaps Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway.

If you're really worried about diversification when building out this portfolio, you can always start with an index fund like VAS or IVV and then expand to a portfolio of individual stocks from there. Having VAS and CBA in a blooming portfolio will offer a lot more diversification than CBA and Telstra, for example.

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However, the start to the year has been bumpy for the US stock market. For context, the NASDAQ-100 Index (NASDAQ: NDX) is down roughly 6% to start the year.

But a couple of down months for US stocks doesn't mean investors should dump their holdings and run for the hills. History tells us there will be a bounce back. It's a matter of "when" it happens rather than "if" it happens. 

Nonetheless, if you are looking for exposure to international markets, here are three options to consider that have all had strong starts to the year. 

Vanguard All-World ex-US Shares Index ETF (ASX: VEU)

This ETF provides exposure to many of the world's largest companies listed in major developed and emerging countries outside the US.

With over 3,000 holdings included in the fund, it is mostly focused on large market-cap companies. 

It has a large exposure to these markets: 

• Japan: 15.9%
• United Kingdom: 9.4%
• China: 8.4%
• Canada: 6.4
• France: 6.6%

The fund has provided solid returns over the last five years, up 52.03% during that time, including gaining 5.78% so far in 2025. 

Vanguard FTSE Asia ex Japan Shares Index ETF (ASX: VAE)

For those targeting Asian markets, VAE provides exposure to securities listed in Asia, excluding Japan, Australia and New Zealand.

It currently has more than 1,600 holdings, with its largest exposure being to these markets: 

• China: 31.8%
• India: 21.9%
• Taiwan: 21.5%
• Korea: 10.3%
• Hong Kong: 5%

Over the past 5 years, the fund is up 33.12%, including a 3.84% rise in 2025. 

iShares International Equity ETFs – iShares Europe ETF (ASX: IEU)

For investors monitoring shares in the EU, this ETF aims to provide investors with the performance of the S&P Europe 350. 

The S&P Europe 350 is a stock market index designed to represent the performance of large and mid-cap companies across Europe. 

IEU has a large exposure to companies in: 

• United Kingdom: 23.17%
• France: 17.10%
• Germany: 14.97%
• Switzerland: 14.94%
• Netherlands: 6.95%

IEU has grown 74.52% over the past 5 years, including more than 11% since the start of the year.  

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Global X's Australian ETF Landscape report shows ETFs are increasingly popular amongst Aussie investors.

According to the report:

The Australian ETF market grew 38.7% over the past year to $246.4 billion across 401 products. This was driven by $31 billion in net inflows, positive market movements, and numerous unlisted active funds converting into active ETFs.

The report also noted that the Australian market is now on the verge of reaching a quarter of a trillion dollars in assets, following the largest-ever yearly increase in assets. 

In addition to these milestones, the report also highlighted key investor trends. 

Management costs

Investors are increasingly management fee conscious.

Management fees cover the costs associated with managing the fund, including administrative expenses, research, portfolio management, and compliance.

According to Global X, the majority of ETF flows are going into lower-cost ETFs, with nearly two-thirds directed to funds charging less than 0.25% per year. 

Meanwhile, expensive ETFs have seen outflows, highlighting the growing preference for cost-effective investment options.

An example of a popular low-cost ETF is the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (ASX: VAS).

It is the most popular ASX ETF based on how much money is invested in the fund. 

This fund tracks the S&P/ASX 300 Index (ASX: XKO).

Its management fee is 0.07%, well below the 0.25% benchmark identified by Global X, and it has risen by 36.5% over the last five years. 

US-focused ETFs

Another key trend in 2024 was the investment in the US market.

A record $5 billion in net flows to US equities were invested last year, doubling the previous high set in 2021.

It's no surprise investors wanted exposure to the US market after US equities experienced their best two-year run in a quarter of a century. 

According to the report, this trend could continue, driven by US exceptionalism and the prospect of stronger earnings growth under a pro-markets Trump presidency. 

One option for investors looking for exposure to the US market is the iShares S&P 500 ETF (ASX: IVV). 

This ETF aims to replicate the performance of the S&P 500 Index (SP: .INX), encompassing the 500 largest publicly traded U.S. companies by market capitalisation.

It includes blue-chip companies like Apple, Microsoft, and Nvidia. 

The ETF has grown by 121.80% over the last five years. 

ASX ETFs – Looking ahead 

The report also identified key trends that could shape the first half of 2025:

• Expectations are high for the US to lead global markets in 2025 driven by strong economic fundamentals, policy support and improving investor confidence
• The AI revolution demands renewable energy to be an important source to power its growth, with nuclear and copper playing critical roles
• Elevated equity valuations may urge investors to adopt a cautious approach to help balance growth potential and stability amidst potential slowing growth, stagflation concerns, and geopolitical volatility

Although the report highlights strong expectations for the US market, it has been a volatile start to the year.

For investors looking to move away from US-focused ETFs, one option is the Vanguard All-World ex-US Shares Index ETF (ASX: VEU).

This ETF provides exposure to many of the world's largest companies listed in major developed and emerging countries outside the US. 

It has provided strong returns over the last five years, growing 54.53%. 

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Meanwhile, some other funds that are focused on US shares have declined. For example, the Betashares Nasdaq 100 ETF (ASX: NDQ) has fallen 6% this year, while the Global X Fang+ ETF (ASX: FANG) has dropped close to 9%.

As the name of the VEU ETF suggests, it is about giving Aussies exposure to the global share market but excluding US shares.

It's interesting to see the performance of the non-US global share market and the US share market diverge. I could speculate that it may have something to do with the tariff trade war that is building between the US and various countries.

But, regardless of the reason why the market has been volatile, let's have a look at why the VEU ETF is attractive.

Exposure to different geographies

A wide array of countries are represented within this Vanguard ETF's portfolio, including places like Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and South America.

There are numerous countries with a weighting of at least 1%, including Japan (15.9%), the UK (9.7%), China (8.4%), Canada (6.7%), France (6.6%), Switzerland (5.9%), Germany (5.7%), India (5.7%), Taiwan (5.5%), Australia (4.9%), South Korea (2.7%), the Netherlands (2.7%), Sweden (2%), Italy (1.9%), Spain (1.7%), Denmark (1.6%), Hong Kong (1.3%), Saudi Arabia (1.3%), and Brazil (1.2%).

If the next 'big' thing comes from one of those countries, this fund will give that exposure.

Of course, many of these businesses generate their earnings from across the world, not just in the country where they are listed.

Hugely diversified

There are other forms of diversification that this fund also gives, which I'd call appealing.

Firstly, the Vanguard ETF owns an enormous number of businesses. According to Vanguard, it owns more than 3,800 positions in the portfolio. That's significantly more diversified than funds like the iShares Core S&P/ASX 200 ETF (ASX: IOZ) – the VEU ETF has over 19x the number of holdings in the IOZ ETF.

It's also more diversified in terms of the sectors. While the global share market is weighted towards tech-related businesses, and the ASX is focused on ASX financial shares and ASX mining shares, the VEU ETF's holdings are spread across different sectors.

I'll list the industries that have a weighting of more than 5%: financials (23.2%), industrials (15.1%), technology (13.9%), consumer discretionary (13%), healthcare (8.8%), consumer staples (6.1%), mining (5.5%), and energy (5.1%).

I think it's pleasing to see how the fund is invested across numerous industries, reducing its risk and exposure if any particular industry has a tough period (such as oil companies or technology).

Strong businesses

This Vanguard ETF owns many businesses, and plenty of them are leaders in their country, or perhaps the world, at what they do.

I'll list the largest ten positions in the portfolio to show the sorts of names in the Vanguard ETF: Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing, Tencent, SAP, ASML, Novo Nordisk, Roche, Toyota Motor, Nestle, AstraZeneca, and Novartis. In my view, each of these businesses has a compelling future.

The fund hasn't produced the same level of returns as the big US tech companies over the past decade, but it did achieve a total return of 17.75% over the 12 months to 31 January 2025, showing it is capable of producing a very pleasing result for investors. Though I'm not expecting the next 12 months to necessarily be as good.

If investors are looking for investments outside the US, this could be one of the easiest ways to do so. Plus, this ETF has an incredibly low annual management fee of 0.04%.

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The complexity of maintaining this balance drives many investors into ASX ETFs.

ETFs, particularly index funds, allow investors to automatically diversify their portfolios across entire markets. For example, buying just one index fund, say the iShares Core S&P/ASX 200 ETF (ASX: IOZ), instantly exposes an investor to the largest 200 companies on the ASX.

That's everything from banks like Westpac Banking Corp (ASX: WBC) and miners like BHP Group Ltd (ASX: BHP) to telco Telstra Group Ltd (ASX: TLS) and supermarket operator Woolworths Group Ltd (ASX: WOW). All in one easy investment.

I think buying just one country-specific ASX ETF doesn't quite hit the level of diversification that would be most beneficial for the majority of investors though. So if you're looking for an easy, hands-off, passive investing portfolio, these are the three ASX ETFs I would buy to that end.

3 ASX ETFs to build a diversified portfolio with

Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (ASX: VAS)

Rather than going with the IOZ ETF mentioned above for exposure to the Australian stock market, I would go with this offering from Vanguard. Rather than covering the largest 200 Australian companies, VAS instead goes further by holding the largest 300.

I think this is beneficial as it dilutes the exposure to the largest stocks on our market (mostly banks and miners) and increases our diversification with an additional 100 holdings at the bottom end.

Australian index funds are particularly appealing because they habitually provide high levels of dividend income (and franking credits). The Vanguard Australian Shares ETF is no different and is an easy choice for our first ASX ETF in this portfolio.

iShares S&P 500 ETF (ASX: IVV)

When an index fund is endorsed by the legendary Warren Buffett, it's hard not to include it in a diversified portfolio. Just as VAS covers the largest 300 shares on the ASX, this ETF from iShares tracks the largest 500 shares on the American markets.

This index is jam-packed with names we all know well. Of course, there are the tech titans like Apple, Microsoft, NVIDIA, Amazon, and Google-owner Alphabet. But IVV also covers companies like Coca-Cola, Visa, Ford, Colgate-Palmolive, and Costco.

The United States is simply home to most of the world's best businesses. It's fair to say that the ASX, whilst home to many great businesses, simply cannot compete with the names above for their global dominance and relevance to our modern world. As such, I think it's a great idea to put IVV alongside VAS in our diversified ASX ETF portfolio.

Vanguard All-World ex-U.S. Shares Index ETF (ASX: VEU)

So we've got Australia and the United States covered pretty well. But this final ASX ETF from Vanguard fills the remaining gap in our portfolio well.

Put simply, this fund invests in the world's largest companies outside the United States. Its holdings hail from advanced economies like Japan, the United Kingdom, and Germany, as well as emerging markets like India, Mexico, and Thailand.

This ASX ETF holds a whopping 3,835 individual underlying holdings. Some of its largest positions include Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co, Tencent Holdings, Toyota Motor Corp, and ASML Holdings.

Together with VAS and IVV, VEU adds a lot of geographic and economic diversification, and fills the third port in our simple, passive portfolio well.

Foolish takeaway

I think these three ASX ETFs are perfect candidates for a simple investing portfolio that any investor can build on a dime. The allocations to each fund are up to individual investors. But whether it's a third in each, a 40-40-20 allocation, or some other permutation, I don't think you can go wrong with these high-quality index funds for long-term investing.

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But which ASX ETFs could help supercharge your portfolio?

Let's take a look at three that could be quality options for investors this week. They are as follows:

BetaShares Cloud Computing ETF (ASX: CLDD)

The team at Betashares thinks that the BetaShares Cloud Computing ETF could be a top option for investors.

This ASX ETF gives investors easy access to a group of companies that look set to be big winners from the structural shift to the cloud. This includes the likes of Shopify (NYSE: SHOP), HubSpot Inc (NYSE: HUBS), and Zoom (NASDAQ: ZM).

Betashares has tipped this fund as a buy. It highlights that "cloud computing has been one of the strongest-growing segments of the technology sector, and given much of the world's digital data and software applications are still maintained outside the cloud, continued strong growth has been forecast."

Vanguard All-World ex-U.S. Shares Index ETF (ASX: VEU)

If you are interested in adding some exposure to global markets and already have US exposure, then the Vanguard All-World ex-U.S. Shares Index ETF could be worth considering.

This ASX ETF offers investors access to ~3,500 companies that are listed in developed and emerging markets across the globe. However, it excludes companies from the United States.

This means that it could be a good complement to popular US-centric ETFs, such as iShares S&P 500 ETF (ASX: IVV) or Betashares Nasdaq 100 ETF (ASX: NDQ), if you already own them.

Among this ASX ETF's holdings are HSBC Holdings (NYSE: HSBC), LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton (FRA: MOH), Samsung, and Taiwan Semiconductor (NYSE: TSM).

Betashares Australian Momentum ETF (ASX: MTUM)

Finally, a third ASX ETF for investors to look at is the Betashares Australian Momentum ETF.

It was also recently tipped as a buy for Aussie investors by the team at Betashares. The fund manager highlights that the ETF is the first to provide investors with a momentum strategy over Australian shares.

It notes that momentum investing looks for stocks that show a recent trend of outperforming the broader market. It works on the theory that rising asset prices often continue rising, and falling prices tend to continue falling.

This has been a highly successful strategy in recent years. For example, the index the fund tracks has outperformed the S&P/ASX 200 index by an average of 2.3% per annum since its inception over 13 years ago. Importantly, this outperformance exists on almost all timeframes and not just over the long term.

Its holdings currently include Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA), Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX: WES), and Goodman Group (ASX: GMG).

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