
If you’re looking to put $3,000 to work before the end of the year and stock picking isn’t your thing, then it could be worth considering exchange traded funds (ETFs).
Whether you are seeking exposure to megatrends, fast-growing emerging markets, or long-term structural themes, the ETFs below offer a compelling mix for a small, high-impact investment.
Here are three ASX ETFs worth considering with $3,000 this December.
Betashares Global Cybersecurity ETF (ASX: HACK)
In recent years, cybersecurity has become a non-negotiable expense for businesses, governments, and consumers. With cyberattacks increasing in frequency, complexity, and cost, global spending on digital defence is surging.
The Betashares Global Cybersecurity ETF gives investors exposure to leading cybersecurity companies such as CrowdStrike Holdings (NASDAQ: CRWD), Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ: PANW), and Cisco Systems (NASDAQ: CSCO). These are businesses providing essential security infrastructure, software, and threat detection systems to organisations worldwide.
Demand for cybersecurity is not cyclical, it is structural. As more devices and services connect to the internet, the need for reliable protection grows even faster. For investors seeking long-term, tech-driven growth without the need to pick individual winners, this fund could be a compelling addition to a portfolio in December.
Betashares Global Robotics and Artificial Intelligence ETF (ASX: RBTZ)
The Betashares Global Robotics and Artificial Intelligence ETF taps into two of the most transformative forces shaping the global economy: robotics and artificial intelligence.
These technologies are already reshaping manufacturing, medicine, logistics, retail, and consumer electronics, and the pace of adoption is accelerating. Among its holdings are companies leading the charge such as Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA), Intuitive Surgical (NASDAQ: ISRG), and ABB Ltd (SWX: ABBN). Nvidia powers the world’s AI chips, Intuitive Surgical leads robotic-assisted surgery, and ABB is a global automation heavyweight.
They, and the rest of its holdings, look well-positioned for growth over the next decade and beyond. This bodes well for the performance of the Betashares Global Robotics and Artificial Intelligence ETF, which was recently recommended by Betashares.
Betashares India Quality ETF (ASX: IIND)
Finally, the Indian economy could be one of the most powerful growth stories of the next 20 years. With a young population, rising incomes, rapid urbanisation, and increasing global influence, the country is positioning itself as a major economic engine.
The Betashares India Quality ETF gives investors exposure to high-quality Indian stocks such as Infosys (NYSE: INFY), HDFC Bank (NSEI: HDFCBANK), and Tata Consultancy Services (NSEI: TCS). These are leaders in IT services, financials, and business outsourcing.
Overall, this ETF allows Australian investors to tap into India’s growth without needing to pick individual stocks or navigate the complexities of investing directly in the country. It was also recently recommended by analysts at Betashares.
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Motley Fool contributor James Mickleboro has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool Australia’s parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has positions in and has recommended Abb, BetaShares Global Cybersecurity ETF, Cisco Systems, CrowdStrike, Intuitive Surgical, and Nvidia. The Motley Fool Australia’s parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has recommended HDFC Bank and Palo Alto Networks. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended CrowdStrike and 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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