The Betashares Nasdaq 100 ETF (ASX: NDQ) is an ASX exchange-traded fund (ETF) I would be comfortable buying with a long-term view.

It gives investors access to many of the businesses shaping how technology is used around the world, without requiring them to decide which individual company will ultimately come out on top.

Here are three reasons I would buy it now.

It gives me exposure to businesses changing how the world operates

One reason I like the NDQ ETF is that many of its largest holdings sit behind technologies that are becoming increasingly important to consumers and businesses.

Nvidia, for example, has become central to the build-out of artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure through its advanced chips.

Microsoft approaches the opportunity from another direction. Its cloud computing and software businesses give it the chance to bring AI tools directly into products already used by companies around the world.

Then there are businesses such as Amazon, where cloud computing, ecommerce, advertising, and automation all provide potential avenues for further growth.

These businesses are helping build the infrastructure, software, and services that could shape how we work, shop, communicate, and process information for many years.

I don’t have to pick the biggest winner

Artificial intelligence is a good example of why I like the broad exposure provided by the NDQ ETF.

There are several places where value could ultimately be created.

Chipmakers may benefit from the initial infrastructure spending; cloud providers can supply computing power; software companies can develop applications for businesses; and consumer platforms may find entirely new ways to use the technology.

The balance between those opportunities could shift considerably over the next decade.

Owning the NDQ ETF lets me participate across that broader development rather than trying to predict today which company will capture the largest share of the profits.

The same thinking applies beyond AI.

Technology changes quickly, and I would rather own a collection of leading businesses than depend too heavily on my ability to identify the next major trend before everyone else does.

The fund can evolve without me doing anything

The way the index can evolve is probably one of the strongest reasons I could imagine holding the NDQ ETF for many years.

The NASDAQ-100 Index (NASDAQ: NDX) will not contain the same companies forever. Businesses that grow can become more important within the index, while others can lose influence or eventually be replaced.

That means the fund can gradually change as the corporate landscape changes.

I think this is especially valuable over a timeframe of 10, 20, or even 30 years. It would be unrealistic to expect today’s largest companies to remain in the same positions indefinitely.

Some will keep compounding. Others will eventually be overtaken by businesses that may still be relatively small today.

With the NDQ ETF, investors can participate in that evolution without continually rebuilding the portfolio themselves.

Foolish takeaway

I think the NDQ ETF gives ASX investors a simple way to own a collection of businesses positioned around some of the world’s most important long-term growth trends.

There will be periods when technology shares struggle, and the fund’s concentration in large growth companies means volatility should be expected.

But I like the idea of owning an investment that can keep evolving as new corporate leaders emerge.

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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 positions in and has recommended Amazon, BetaShares Nasdaq 100 ETF, Microsoft, and Nvidia. The Motley Fool Australia has positions in and has recommended BetaShares Nasdaq 100 ETF. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended Amazon, Microsoft, and Nvidia. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.

Westgold Resources Ltd (ASX: WGX) has more than doubled in value over the past year, but according to the team at UBS, there’s more upside to be had.

This week, the broker issued a new research report on Westgold, after the company put out an update on its Meekatharra expansion plan.

Before we get to the UBS valuation of the company, let’s have a look at what Westgold announced.

Processing expansion numbers stack up

Westgold released the results of a scoping study examining the expansion of capacity at the Meekatharra processing hub from 1.8 million tonnes per year to 2.9 million tonnes per year.

The company said regarding the plans:

The Meekatharra expansion plan is being advanced as a low-capital-intensity, brownfields expansion option that leverages Westgold’s existing Meekatharra infrastructure and long-lead equipment already procured. The preferred pathway is intended to remove an emerging processing constraint and create a larger, more flexible platform for the Murchison ore base, without the cost, risk or timeframe of constructing a new standalone processing plant.  

The expansion plan would add 47,000 ounces of gold production per year once commissioned, with total gold production to rise to 1.6 million ounces over 10 years.

Westgold said the project would cost about $100 million and have a payback period of nine months, with commissioning targeted for FY28.

Westgold Managing Director Wayne Bramwell said:

Meekatharra is the growth engine of Westgold’s Murchison business. As Bluebird–South Junction continues to expand and the Murchison open pit program ramps up, the hub is increasingly moving from being mine-constrained to processing-constrained. The MXP is a capital-efficient brownfields expansion option to address this emerging constraint. It utilises existing infrastructure and long-lead equipment already procured to increase processing capacity from 1.8Mtpa to 2.9Mtpa, without the capital intensity, execution risk or timeframe of building a new plant. Westgold will now commence feasibility-level work to confirm the engineering, capital estimate, delivery schedule and ore source assumptions ahead of a potential investment decision in late FY27.

ASX gold stock looking cheap

UBS said in a note to clients that Westgold could potentially increase gold production to 650,000 ounces per year by 2030, as a result of three separate expansion projects.

The UBS analysts said they visited Meekatharra in July and “could see numerous options for new mining fronts and potential for higher throughput”.

UBS has increased its price target on Westgold shares to $8.25 from $7.75, compared to $6.87 currently.

Westgold is valued at $6.19 billion.

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Motley Fool contributor Cameron England 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.

Domino’s Pizza Enterprises Ltd (ASX: DMP) shares have crashed 12%, following the pizza chain’s FY26 results announcement this morning.

At the time of writing, the shares are trading for $17.70.

They’re now down around 19% for the year-to-date and are 8% lower than trading levels 12 months ago.

What has spooked investors today?

The company reported a 11.2% decrease in revenue, and a statutory NPAT loss of $134.2 million, including $255.7 million in non-cash write-downs and impairments. These were mainly for its France and Taiwan businesses, and also included technology assets and some underperforming corporate stores.

Domino’s underlying NPAT was up 4% for the 12-month period, and in line with guidance, but EBITDA fell 6.1%.

The company also cut its total FY26 dividend by 25.3% to 57.5 cents.

Going forward, Domino’s said it is planning to return to profitable growth in FY27 after a period of resetting its store network and business model. 

Domino’s also confirmed plans to roll out a revised pricing and operating model across Australia, focusing on long-term franchisee profitability and less reliance on aggressive discounting. The move follows a positive trial in Western Australia.

It’s clear that investors weren’t impressed with the results and many have rushed to sell up their shares this morning.

It’s been a difficult year for the fast food operator. The latest decline follows the company’s FY26 half-year result, which it announced in February this year. That half-year result was also a miss for investors and sent the share price crashing.

The shares dropped to a decade-low in mid-May but began recovering through late July after Domino’s posted its preliminary FY 2026 results ahead of today’s announcement. Most of those gains have been shed so far today.

Earlier this month, the company also revealed that Andrew Gregory has commenced as Group Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director. Jack Cowin has also resumed his former position as Non-Executive Chair.

Is the stock a buy, sell or hold now?

I expect that some market experts may revise their outlook on Domino’s shares in the coming days, following today’s results announcement.

But at the time of writing, analysts are still on the fence about the outlook for Domino’s shares this year.

TradingView data shows that out of 18 analysts, three have a buy or strong buy rating and 10 have a hold rating. Another five have a sell/strong sell rating.

The average $18.94 target price implies potential upside of around 7% over the next 12 months, at the time of writing.

But the difference between the maximum and minimum is wide. Some analysts think the shares could rise 46% to $26 per share. Meanwhile, others expect them to sink another 33% to $12 per share, at the time of writing.

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Motley Fool contributor Samantha Menzies 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 Domino’s Pizza Enterprises. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended Domino’s Pizza Enterprises. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.