In this article, we’ll try to explain why the VanEck Global Healthcare Leaders ETF (ASX: HLTH) and iShares S&P Asia 50 ETF (ASX: IAA) are two ASX ETFs worth taking a look at in FY21.
Some things you should know about the HLTH ETF
The HLTH ETF invests in shares of international healthcare companies which offer growth ‘at a reasonable price’. Meaning, the ETF aims to invest in shares according to the common GARP methodology.
According to our most recent data, the HLTH ETF had $52.98 million of money invested. Given its funds under management (also known as FUM or ‘market cap’) is less than $100 million, you should consider if this ETF is still too small and if it is sustainable for the ETF issuer. At Best ETFs we say an ETF with more than $100 million invested is typically more sustainable than one with less than $100 million (at least). However, there are exceptions to this general rule, especially if the ETF issuer/provider is reputable and committed to growing the ETF’s FUM through effective marketing strategies and distribution to financial advisers.
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The IAA ETF – a quick look for savvy investors
The iShares IAA ETF provides exposure to the performance of 50 large, established Asian companies listed on the stock exchanges of China, Hong Kong, South Korea, Singapore, Taiwan, and Macau.
With our numbers for July 2021, IAA’s FUM stood at $841.81 million. Since the IAA’s FUM is over $100 million, our investing team would say the ETF has met our minimum criteria for the total amount invested, otherwise known as FUM. A very sustainable ETF in the Index sector should be able to scale well and become profitable for the ETF issuer.
Are the fees for the IAA ETF bad?
iShares, the ETF issuer, charges a yearly management fee of 0.51% for the IAA ETF. Meaning, if you invested $2,000 for a full 12-month period you could expect to pay a base management fee of around $10.20.
The management fee is above the average for all ETFs on our list of ASX ETFs, but keep in mind the ETF may be able to justify the higher price tag with superior performance over time.
The iShares IAA ETF might be one idea for the watchlist but before you go any further, click here to get our full ETF review – it’s free.
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