I think ASX exchange traded funds (ETFs) can be an easy way to invest in long-term growth themes.

But which funds could have strong long-term growth potential?

Three that could deliver on this are named below. Here’s what they offer investors:

Betashares Global Cybersecurity ETF (ASX: HACK)

The Betashares Global Cybersecurity ETF could be a strong option for investors looking beyond traditional technology exposure.

Cybersecurity is no longer just an afterthought for businesses. It has become a boardroom, customer trust, regulatory, and business continuity issue.

Companies now rely on cloud platforms, remote workers, digital payments, online customer data, artificial intelligence tools, and connected devices. Each of these creates more points that need protecting.

This popular ASX ETF gives investors exposure to companies involved in areas such as identity security, endpoint protection, network defence, cloud security, and threat detection.

The growth case is straightforward. As more value moves online, more money is likely to be spent keeping it safe. This could bode well for holdings such as Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ: PANW) and Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT).

Betashares Asia Technology Tigers ETF (ASX: ASIA)

The Betashares Asia Technology Tigers ETF offers a different type of technology exposure.

Many investors think of technology through a US lens, but Asia plays a huge role in the global digital economy.

The region is home to major companies involved in semiconductors, hardware, ecommerce, gaming, cloud services, digital platforms, and consumer technology. This includes WeChat owner Tencent Holdings and search and robotaxi giant Baidu (NASDAQ: BIDU).

That gives this ASX ETF exposure to both sides of the technology story. Asia helps build many of the components that power the digital world, while also serving enormous consumer markets that continue to adopt new online services.

It is worth noting that the fund is more concentrated than a broad global ETF, so investors should expect ups and downs. But given its strong long-term growth potential, the rewards could comfortably outweigh the risks.

Betashares S&P/ASX Australian Technology ETF (ASX: ATEC)

Finally, the Betashares S&P/ASX Australian Technology ETF brings the growth story closer to home.

This ASX ETF invests in Australian technology companies, giving investors exposure to a part of the local market that looks very different from banks and miners.

Its holdings can include businesses involved in software, digital marketplaces, payments, online services, and technology-enabled platforms. This includes Xero Ltd (ASX: XRO) and WiseTech Global Ltd (ASX: WTC).

This means that the fund gives investors a way to back local innovation without relying on one company to deliver.

It may not be as diversified as a broad market fund, and smaller technology shares can be sensitive to interest rates and investor sentiment. But if Australia continues producing globally competitive digital businesses, this fund could have plenty of long-term growth potential.

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Motley Fool contributor James Mickleboro has positions in Betashares Capital – Asia Technology Tigers Etf, WiseTech Global, and Xero. The Motley Fool Australia’s parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has positions in and has recommended Baidu, BetaShares Global Cybersecurity ETF, Fortinet, WiseTech Global, and Xero. The Motley Fool Australia’s parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has recommended Palo Alto Networks. The Motley Fool Australia has positions in and has recommended WiseTech Global and Xero. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.

S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) shares edged 2.77% higher and generated total returns, including dividends, of 7% in FY26.   

Among the 11 market sectors, materials was the best performer of the year, rising 47% and producing a total return of 52%.

The worst-performing sector was healthcare, which fell 37% and produced a total negative return of 36%.

On The Bull this week, Andrew Wielandt from DP Wealth Advisory lets us in on some stock tips for the new financial year.

L1 Long Short Fund (ASX: LSF)

Wielandt has a buy rating on this ASX listed investment company (LIC), which he holds in his personal self-managed super fund.

He explains:

LSF provides exposure to long and short strategies on a global scale, meaning it takes either a positive or negative view on each position in the portfolio.

The strategy holds between 50 and 100 companies, with 30 per cent or less held offshore.

The fund has delivered returns of 20.2 per cent per annum since its inception in 2014.

LSF has risen from $2.97 on July 10, 2025 to trade at $4.66 on July 9, 2026.

The fund has a strong track record of delivering results and I believe the outlook is bright.

Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX: WES) 

The Wesfarmers share price rose 7% to close out FY26 at $90.40 per share.

Wielandt has a hold rating on the market’s largest ASX 200 consumer discretionary share.

He said:

WES is one of Australia’s largest diversified industrial companies, spanning retail, chemicals, fertilisers, industrials and health.

The retail division, including hardware giant Bunnings, Kmart Group and Officeworks, continues to perform well despite a slowing domestic economy.

Investment in the Priceline pharmacy chain provides upside potential.

WES generates a strong return on shareholders funds, but the stock is trading near a 12-month broker consensus target price, so we retain a hold recommendation.

REA Group Ltd (ASX: REA)

The REA share price tumbled 42% to finish FY26 at $139.19.

Wielandt has a sell rating on this ASX 200 communications share. 

He explained: 

REA is the dominant online property platform in Australia. But competitor Domain Holdings Australia, acquired by US listed company CoStar Group, is expected to provide fierce competition.

Federal Budget changes to capital gains tax and negative gearing leaves property far less appealing to investors.

The Australian property market is slowing, which could impact REA listing volumes moving forward.

Auction clearance rates have been falling in Sydney and Melbourne. Other stocks appeal more at this stage of the cycle.

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Motley Fool contributor Bronwyn Allen 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 CoStar Group and Wesfarmers. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended Wesfarmers. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.

On Monday, the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) fought hard to finish in positive territory. The benchmark index edged higher to 8,808.5 points.

Will the market be able to build on this on Tuesday? Here are five things to watch:

ASX 200 to fall

The Australian share market looks set for a subdued session on Tuesday following a poor night on Wall Street. According to the latest SPI futures, the ASX 200 is expected to open the day 8 points or 0.1% lower. In the United States, the Dow Jones dropped 0.25%, the S&P 500 fell 0.8%, and the Nasdaq tumbled 1.55%.

Magellan shares upgraded

Magellan Financial Group Ltd (ASX: MFG) shares have been upgraded by analysts at Morgans. According to the note, the broker has upgraded the fund manager’s shares to an accumulate rating with an $11.26 price target. It said: “With the recent pullback in the share price, we now have more upside (~13%) to our price target and move to an ACCUMULATE recommendation (from Hold).” 

Oil prices jump

ASX 200 energy shares including Beach Energy Ltd (ASX: BPT) and Santos Ltd (ASX: STO) could have a strong session after oil prices jumped overnight. According to Bloomberg, the WTI crude oil price is up 9.2% to US$78.00 a barrel and the Brent crude oil price is up 9.5% to US$83.25 a barrel. Traders were bidding oil higher after US President Donald Trump reinstated a blockade on Iran.

Gold price sinks

It is likely to be a tough session for ASX 200 gold shares Newmont Corporation (ASX: NEM) and Northern Star Resources Ltd (ASX: NST) after the gold price sank overnight. According to CNBC, the gold futures price is down 2.55% to US$4,008.7 an ounce. Surging oil prices have increased interest rate hike expectations.

Buy Forrestania shares

The team at Bell Potter is bullish on Forrestania Resources Ltd (ASX: FRS) shares. This morning, the broker has retained its speculative buy rating with an improved price target of $1.25. Bell Potter was pleased with its acquisition of the Edna May Gold Hub for $300 million. It said: “This is a transformational transaction for FRS. The acquisition of a second permitted processing hub at Edna May, combined with the 3.2Mtpa Lake Johnston plant, establishes FRS as a dual-hub operator with targeted combined milling capacity of 6.1Mtpa by H1 CY27.”

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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 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.