If I had $10,000 to invest in Vanguard exchange-traded funds (ETFs) today, these three would be on my shortlist.

Each offers a different way to invest for long-term growth. Here is why I like them.

Vanguard Global Technology Index ETF (ASX: VTEK)

The Vanguard Global Technology Index ETF would be my choice for investors wanting more exposure to global technology.

The fund invests in hundreds of technology stocks across developed and emerging markets.

That includes businesses involved in areas such as semiconductors, software, cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and digital infrastructure.

I like this approach because technology is becoming increasingly important across almost every industry. Businesses are spending heavily on computing power, automation, cybersecurity, and digital services, and I expect that trend to continue for many years.

Of course, a technology-focused ETF can be volatile, particularly when valuations are high or growth expectations change.

But for money I could leave invested for the long term, I think the VTEK ETF offers an interesting way to back one of the strongest structural growth areas in the global economy.

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

I would also consider the VAE ETF. This fund gives investors access to Asian markets outside Japan, including major economies such as China, India, Taiwan, and South Korea.

For me, that opens the door to a different set of long-term opportunities.

Asia is home to some of the world’s largest populations, rapidly developing consumer markets, and important businesses across technology, manufacturing, financial services, and other industries.

It can also complement a portfolio already heavily exposed to Australia or the United States.

There will be periods when Asian markets struggle, and political, regulatory, and economic risks can be higher in some countries.

Even so, I think the region has plenty of potential over the next decade, and the VAE ETF provides a simple way to gain diversified exposure.

Vanguard Diversified High Growth Index ETF (ASX: VDHG)

The Vanguard Diversified High Growth Index ETF takes a different approach.

Rather than focusing on one region or sector, the fund combines a range of Australian and international investments in a single ETF.

Around 90% of the portfolio is generally allocated to growth assets such as shares, with the remainder in more defensive investments.

I think that makes the VDHG ETF particularly interesting for investors who want a broadly diversified portfolio without having to build and rebalance it themselves.

It could work as a major holding in a portfolio, or simply as another diversified investment alongside existing shares and ETFs.

The high allocation to shares means it can still fall sharply when markets struggle. But over a long timeframe, I like the balance between diversification and growth potential.

Foolish takeaway

I like all three of these Vanguard ETFs for the long term.

The VTEK ETF gives me exposure to global technology, the VAE ETF adds some of Asia’s biggest growth markets, while the VDHG ETF offers a much broader approach.

They are quite different investments, but I think each could have a place in a long-term portfolio.

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Motley Fool contributor Grace Alvino 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 no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.

It hasn’t been a great start to the week for Wildcat Resources Ltd (ASX: WC8) shareholders.

The lithium stock has dropped 10.29% to 30.5 cents in morning trade after returning from a trading halt.

It hit as low as 29.25 cents during market open.

That leaves Wildcat shares down almost 13% over the past week and around 22% over the past month.

By comparison, the All Ords Index (ASX: XAO) is down just 0.34% on Monday.

So, let’s take a closer look at what exactly did Wildcat announce?

Why are the shares falling?

According to the release, Wildcat has received firm commitments to raise $60 million through an institutional placement.

The placement was supported by new and existing institutional investors, including specialist global resources funds.

Around 196.7 million new shares will be issued at 30.5 cents each.

That price represents a 10.3% discount to Wildcat’s last traded price of 34 cents and an 11.2% discount to its 5-day VWAP.

Wildcat currently has around 1.41 billion shares on issue, so the placement will increase the share count by roughly 14%.

What will the money be used for?

The cash is being directed towards Wildcat’s Tabba Tabba lithium project in Western Australia.

The company plans to use the money on early works, including process plant engineering, roads, village development and potentially ordering long-lead equipment.

Funds will also go towards regional exploration, site establishment and other work needed to get the project ready for construction.

Wildcat said it’s targeting completion of its Definitive Feasibility Study (DFS) during calendar 2026.

Wildcat is also in advanced discussions with commercial banks, specialist financiers, government funding agencies, strategic partners and potential Tier-1 customers.

How big is Tabba Tabba?

Tabba Tabba already has a maiden mineral resource of 74.1 million tonnes grading 1% lithium oxide.

That includes a probable ore reserve of 46.3 million tonnes at 0.99% lithium oxide.

The project is around 80 kilometres by road from Port Hedland and sits near two major Pilbara lithium operations, Pilgangoora and Wodgina.

Wildcat is continuing exploration across the area while it works through the development studies.

What happens next?

Most placement shares will be issued under Wildcat’s existing placement capacity, with settlement of the first tranche expected on Friday 25 September.

A smaller second tranche of around 13.1 million shares will require shareholder approval at a general meeting expected in November.

The first tranche shares are then expected to be allotted and begin trading on Monday 28 September.

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Motley Fool contributor Aaron Teboneras 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 no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.

This ASX car stock is hovering near a 52-week low, and investors have plenty to digest. At $19.52 at the time of writing, Eagers Automotive Ltd (ASX: APE) shares are down around 14% over the past month and 26% over the past 12 months.

That’s a striking reaction for a company that just delivered record first-half revenue and underlying profit. So what exactly is spooking the market?

Eagers is getting bigger — fast

Eagers is Australia’s largest automotive retailer, sitting across a sprawling portfolio of brands including Toyota, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Geely, and BYD. The $5 billion ASX car stock now represents more than 33 car brands and 11 truck and bus brands. And management shows zero signs of slowing down.

In April, Eagers completed its 65% investment in Canadian dealership giant CanadaOne Auto, effectively creating a much larger international automotive retail platform. On an FY25 pro-forma basis, the combined group would have generated $18.7 billion of revenue and $968.6 million of EBITDA. That’s a serious step-change in scale.

Then came Australia. Eagers agreed to invest 49% in Grand Motors Group, covering dealerships representing Toyota, BMW, MINI, Kia, Mazda, and Subaru, while also snapping up two Audi dealerships from Zagame. Together, those deals add roughly $630 million of annual revenue.

Now Eagers is going upmarket

The latest move might be the most eye-catching yet. Eagers has entered a non-binding agreement to acquire a 50% stake in Zagame Automotive Group, the Melbourne and Adelaide luxury-car retailer, via a joint venture with founder Bobby Zagame. The business pulled in about $600 million of revenue in the year to June 2026.

Zagame’s portfolio isn’t your average showroom. Think Ferrari, Lamborghini, and Rolls-Royce. That deal hands the ASX car stock considerably more exposure to the luxury and super-luxury end of the market, a segment it’s had relatively little presence in until now.

But bigger doesn’t automatically mean better

On paper, the business is firing. First-half FY26 revenue surged 24% to about $8.1 billion, while underlying profit before tax hit $250.4 million. Those are genuinely strong numbers.

The concern is what comes next. CanadaOne, Grand Motors, and Zagame all represent substantial additional capital commitments, plus real integration complexity across different countries, brands, and price points.

At the same time, investors are watching margins nervously as the automotive industry navigates a major transition. New brands are flooding the market, consumer preferences are shifitng, and pricing pressure shows no sign of easing.

Bull case vs bear case

The bull case for the ASX car stock is straightforward: Eagers is assembling a diversified global automotive retail powerhouse, spanning mainstream, luxury, and international markets, that could compound earnings for years.

The bear case is just as easy to make: Management is expanding aggressively at precisely the moment the economics of traditional car retail are becoming harder to predict, and each new acquisition adds another layer of execution risk.

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Motley Fool contributor Marc Van Dinther 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 recommended Eagers Automotive Ltd. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.