As the year comes to a close, it’s time to reflect on the performance of various ETF’s in the market.
From the recent Get Started Investing Episode: The 10 best (& worst) performing ETFs of 2022 we have compiled a list of the 5 best and 5 worst performing ETFs of 2022. This includes the top performing ETFs to the ETFs which would have been best to avoid in 2022!
But remember, when it comes to investing, it’s important to keep in mind that it’s a long-term game. Just because an ETF performed well or poorly in 2022 does not necessarily indicate how it will perform in the coming year. Short-term fluctuations in the market are inevitable, but over the long-term a well-diversified investment portfolio can likely weather any storm. To learn more about this, head over to the Get Started Investing page.
5 best performing ETFs of the year
It’s time to take a look at the top performing ETFs of 2022. We’ve compiled a list of the 5 best performers, based on their returns for the year.
1. Global X Ultra Short Nasdaq 100 Hedge Fund (ASX: SNAS): +50%
Topping our list of the best performing ETF of 2022 is the Global X Ultra Short Nasdaq 100 Hedge Fund. This exchange traded managed fund aims to provide investors with returns that are negatively correlated with the returns of the Nasdaq-100 Index. With the bear market of 2022, this has resulted in impressive gains of a massive 50% this year.
2. BetaShares Global Energy Companies ETF (ASX: FUEL): +41%
BetaShares Global Energy Companies ETF – Fuel is up 41% and comes in at number two on our list. Fuel aims to track the performance of an index that comprises the largest global energy companies (ex-Australia), hedged into Australian dollars. The ETF provides access to a portfolio of the world’s largest energy companies, including Chevron, ExxonMobil and Royal Dutch Shell.
3. VanEck Australian Resources ETF (ASX: MVR): +20%
Third on our list is the VanEck Australian Resources ETF, which has gained 20% this year. MVR invests in a diversified portfolio of ASX-listed securities with the goal of providing investment returns that closely track the returns of the MVIS Australia Energy & Mining Index. It’s top holdings are BHP, Rio Tinto, and Fortescue Metals.
4. Betashares Global Royalties ETF (ASX: ROYL): +17%
Fourth on our list is Betashares Global Royalties, which has gained 17%. ROYL provides cost-effective exposure to a portfolio of global companies that earn substantial revenue through royalty income, royalty-related income, and intellectual property income.
5. Betashares Solar Etf (ASX: TANN): +12%
Closing out our list is TANN, which is up 12%. The TANN ETF aims to track the performance of an index that provides exposure to a portfolio of leading global companies in the solar energy industry.
5 worst performing ETFs of the year
It’s time to take a look at the worst performing ETFs of 2022. We’ve compiled a list of the 5 lowest performers, based on their returns for the year.
1. Betashares Crypto Innovators ETF (ASX: CRYP): -76%
Down 76%, Betashares Crypto Innovators ETF tops our list of worst performing ETFs. This ETF provides investors with exposure to a portfolio of global companies at the forefront of the crypto economy. CRYP provides ‘picks and shovels’ exposure to the companies building crypto mining equipment, crypto trading venues, and other key services that allow the crypto economy to thrive. Top holdings include; Coinbase, Riot Blockchain, and Microstrategy . 2022 has been a tough year for the crypto market, described by many as a ‘crypto winter’ and as a result this ETF tops the list as the worst performing.
2. Global X Ultra Long Nasdaq 100 Hedge Fund (ASX: LNAS): -62%
Second on our list is the Global X Ultra Long Nasdaq 100 Hedge Fund. LNAS is an exchange traded managed fund that aims to provide investors with returns that are positively correlated with the returns of the Nasdaq-100 Index. This ETF provides the opposite exposure of the above mentioned SNAS.
3. The 3iq Coinshares Bitcoin Feeder ETF (ASX: BT3Q): -46%
The 3iq Coinshares Bitcoin Feeder ETF down 46%, BT3Q comes in at number three on our list. Its investment objectives are to provide investors with exposure to the digital currency bitcoin, the daily price movements of the US dollar price of bitcoin, and the opportunity for long-term capital appreciation.
4. Betashares Global Robotics And Artificial Intelligence ETF (ASX: RBTZ): – 37%
Fourth on our list is Betashares Global Robotics And Artificial Intelligence ETF, which is down 37%. This ETF provides simple and cost-effective exposure to the leading companies expected to benefit from the increased adoption and utilisation of robotics and artificial intelligence.
5. Global X Fang+ ETF (ASX: FANG): -35%
Finally we have Global X Fang+ ETF. This ETF seeks to invest in companies at the leading edge of next-generation technology that includes household names and newcomers. FANG is down 35% and rounds out our list of worst performing ETFs.
Click here to listen to the Get Started Investing Episode: The 10 best (& worst) performing ETFs of 2022