3 ETFs our customers loved in 2023
Investing in Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) can be a great way to invest in companies and sectors you care about. We look at three popular ETFs with CommSec customers in 2023.
1. BetaShares NASDAQ 100 ETF (NDQ if traded via CommSec, or Tech Savvy on CommSec Pocket)
From robot dogs working with the NYPD, to ChatGPT helping out with essays - tech continued to revolutionise our way of life in 2023. This fund, which gives investors exposure to high growth tech funds and non-financial companies like Apple, Amazon and Google, was a popular choice for CommSec customers in 2023.
With a one-year return of 49.8% as at December 2023*, investing in the BetaShares NASDAQ 100 ETF gives you access to some of the world’s biggest innovators.
2. Vanguard Diversified High Growth Index ETF (VDHG if traded via CommSec)
For long term goals – say five years or more down the track – investing in growth stocks can be a good option. These include new, leading companies in industries like technology and biotech, with the potential for strong future earnings.
The Vanguard Diversified High Growth Index ETF invests in 90% growth assets such as shares and 10% income assets such as bonds, and was another popular option for CommSec customers in 2023. This ETF rose by 12.2% over the 12 months to 31 December 2023*.
3. Betashares Global Sustainability Leaders ETF (ETHI if traded via CommSec, or Sustainability Leaders on CommSec Pocket)
With sustainable investing on the rise, the interest in this ETF is no real surprise. The Betashares Global Sustainability Leaders ETF uses screening to avoid companies with direct or considerable exposure to fossil fuels, and supports positive environmental, social or governance initiatives.
Producing a one-year return of 17.3% as at 31 December 2023*, this fund was another preferred choice for CommSec customers in 2023.
Ready to start exploring the world of ETF investing?
If you’re a CommBank customer, you can easily browse and trade all ETFs on the ASX in the CommBank app. Simply:
- Log in to the CommBank app
- Tap the ‘Investing’ tile from your app dashboard or Library
- Start exploring CommSec Australian Shares or Pocket ETFs.
You can also start exploring ETFs in the CommSec mobile app or by logging into your CommSec account.
