These are the 3 best-performing ASX ETFs so far in October

We’re now 20 days into the second month of Spring. But it sure has been a bumpy ride for ASX shares so far this October. Sure, the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) is up a pleasing 3.9% so far this month. But we have certainly had a few bumps and bruises along the way (including from today’s session).

So what better time to examine the best ASX exchange-traded funds (ETFs) of the month so far.

The best-performing ASX ETFs of October so far

Global X EURO STOXX 50 ETF (ASX: ESTX)

First up today is an ETF from the newly renamed Global X ETFs (formerly ETF Securities). The Euro STOXX 50 ETF is a fund covering the 50 largest companies on the European markets. It holds companies like LVMH Moet Hennessey, SAP and L’Oreal.

October seems to have been a killer month for European shares, with this ETF up a solid 9% since the start of October. Exchange rate movements have probably helped here too.

BetaSahres Geared Australian Equity Fund (ASX: GEAR)

Another ETF that has been enjoying October is this offering from provider BetaShares. The Geared Australian Fund is an interesting one. As its name suggests, it is a fund that employs a gearing (or borrowed money) strategy to amplify the returns of the ASX 200.

Since the ASX 200 has had a relatively strong month, this ETF has done even better, giving investors a return of 9.74% since the end of September.

But gearing cuts both ways, and we can expect a fund like this to rack up greater losses than the broader market during selling periods.

VanEck Australian Banks ETF (ASX: MVB)

Our third and final ETF is from yet another provider in VanEck. As the name suggests, the VanEck Australian Banks ETF tracks a basket of… well, bank shares. It only holds seven ASX shares in its portfolio.

These include the big four banks, like Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA). But it also includes those outside the big four, such as Macquarie Group Ltd (AX: MQG) and Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Ltd (ASX: BEN).

It’s been a cracker of a month for ASX banks, with this ETF up a very pleasing 11.07% over October so far.

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Motley Fool contributor Sebastian Bowen has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool Australia’s parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool Australia has positions in and has recommended Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended Macquarie Group Limited. 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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