The S&P/ASX 200 Index has underperformed in 2026 compared to international markets.
According to the report, international equities broke another monthly record in August at $3.8 billion in net inflows, surpassing July's previous high of $3.56 billion.
For investors looking for global diversification with ASX ETFs, here are three that have performed well in 2026.
Up 32% year to date, it tracks the performance of an index comprising the 50 largest technology and online retail stocks in Asia.
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The S&P/ASX 200 Index has underperformed in 2026 compared to international markets. Australia's benchmark index is flat year to date.
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The S&P/ASX 200 Index has underperformed in 2026 compared to international markets.
Australia's benchmark index is flat year to date.
They are looking towards international equities for stronger returns.
A recent report from Betashares identified how this is playing out in the ASX ETF market.
According to the report, international equities broke another monthly record in August at $3.8 billion in net inflows, surpassing July's previous high of $3.56 billion.
As a result of recent weakness in Australian equities, investors are rethinking their long-term investment plans with international equity ETFs emerging as a beneficiary.
For investors looking for global diversification with ASX ETFs, here are three that have performed well in 2026.
One of the best performing ASX ETFs this year from Betashares has been this Asian technology-focused fund.
Up 32% year to date, it tracks the performance of an index comprising the 50 largest technology and online retail stocks in Asia.
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