The most popular ETFs to trade in Singapore
3 min readLast Updated on May 21, 2022 by Aaron Thompson
With the recent turbulence in the stock market, more and more investors are turning to Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs). To diversify their portfolios and protect themselves from potential downside risk. ETFs have become increasingly popular in Singapore, with many products available on the Singapore Exchange (SGX).
So, which are the most popular ETFs to trade in Singapore?
SPDR STI ETF
The SPDR STI ETF is one of the most popular ETFs in Singapore, tracking the Straits Times Index (STI) performance. The STI includes 30 of the largest and most liquid companies listed on the SGX. Making it an ideal benchmark for investors to get exposure to the Singapore stock market.
iShares MSCI Singapore ETF
The iShares MSCI Singapore ETF tracks the performance of the MSCI Singapore Index, which is made up of large and mid-cap stocks in Singapore. The fund provides investors with some of the largest companies in the country, including Singtel. DBS Group Holdings and United Overseas Bank.
DB x-trackers MSCI Asia ex-Japan Index UCITS ETF (DR)
The DB X-trackers MSCI Asia ex-Japan Index UCITS ETF tracks the performance of the MSCI Asia ex-Japan Index. Which is made up of large and mid-cap stocks in Asian countries excluding Japan. The fund provides investors with some of the fastest-growing economies globally, including China, India and Hong Kong.
iShares S&P 500 Index ETF
The iShares S&P 500 Index ETF tracks the performance of the S&P 500 Index. Which is made up of large-cap stocks listed on U.S. exchanges. The fund provides investors with some of the largest and most well-known companies globally, including Apple, Microsoft and Amazon.
SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF
The SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF tracks the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA), which comprises 30 large-cap stocks listed on U.S. exchanges. The fund provides investors with some of the largest and most well-known companies globally, including Boeing, Coca-Cola and IBM.
iShares MSCI Emerging Markets Index ETF
The iShares MSCI Emerging Markets Index ETF tracks the performance of the MSCI Emerging Markets Index. Which is made up of large and mid-cap stocks in developing countries. The fund provides investors with some of the fastest-growing economies globally, including China, India and Brazil.
Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF
The Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF tracks the performance of the FTSE Developed Markets Index. Which is made up of large-cap stocks in develop countries. The fund provides investors with some of the largest and most well-known companies globally, including Nestle, HSBC Holdings and Samsung Electronics.
Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF
The Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF tracks the performance of the FTSE Emerging Markets Index, which is made up of large-cap stocks in developing countries. The fund provides investors with some of the fastest-growing economies globally, including China, India and Brazil.
iShares MSCI World Index ETF
The iShares MSCI World Index ETF tracks the performance of the MSCI World Index, which is made up of large-cap stocks in developed and emerging markets. The fund provides investors with some of the largest and most well-known companies globally, including Apple, Microsoft and Amazon.
SPDR S&P 500 ETF
The SPDR S&P 500 ETF tracks the performance of the S&P 500 Index, which is made up of large-cap stocks list on U.S. exchanges. The fund provides investors with some of the largest and most well-known companies globally, including Apple, Microsoft and Amazon.
Conclusion
These are just some of the most popular ETFs to trade in Singapore. There are much more available, so do your research before investing. ETFs can be a great way to diversify your portfolio and get exposure to various asset classes, but they are not without risk. As with any investment, you should always consult with a financial advisor to ensure that an ETF is right for you. To learn more about ETFs, you can check out https://www.home.saxo/en-sg/products/etf.