Is It Too Late to Buy the Nasdaq 100 ETF?
Written by
Varun Ratra
The Betashares Nasdaq 100 ETF gives Australian investors exposure to some of the world’s largest companies and businesses driving major economic and technological changes.
The Betashares Nasdaq 100 ETF (ASX: NDQ) aims to track the performance of the Nasdaq 100 Index, before fees and expenses. The index comprises 100 of the largest non-financial companies listed on the Nasdaq market and includes many businesses that are key drivers of economic growth.
So, is it too late to buy NDQ after its strong long-term performance?
Exposure to some of the world’s biggest companies
One of the key benefits of NDQ is its exposure to major global companies such as Apple and Google, which have changed the way people live and are used by a massive amount of the population.
With a strong focus on technology, the ETF also provides diversified exposure to sectors with high growth potential.
For Australian investors, accessing these companies through NDQ is also simple, as investors do not have to complete any W-8 BEN forms.
What does NDQ invest in?
The ETF remains highly diversified across its holdings.
As of August 2026, its three largest holdings were:
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NVIDIA: 8.5%
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Apple: 7.2%
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Microsoft: 5.8%
However, its sector allocation remains highly concentrated towards information technology.
Information technology accounted for 60.5% of the total allocation, followed by communication services at 14.7% and consumer discretionary at 10%.
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NDQ’s strong long-term returns
The fund was established on 26 May 2015 and has delivered strong returns since inception.
NDQ has generated returns of 19.87% per annum since inception, while its past 10-year returns stood at 21.57% per annum.
On an absolute basis, total returns since inception stood at 702.11% as of August 2026.
The ETF also had a past 12-month distribution yield of 1.4%, with distributions paid semi-annually.
How much is NDQ worth?
NDQ had total net assets of $9.76 billion as of 6 October 2026.
Its NAV per unit stood at $65.04.
The ETF has a management fee and cost of 0.48% per annum, which makes it an attractive investment option for investors seeking exposure to international equities and a new and changing economy.
Is it too late to buy NDQ?
NDQ offers investors a straightforward way to gain exposure to some of the largest non-financial companies listed on the Nasdaq.
Its strong historical returns, significant exposure to technology and diversified holdings have made it an attractive option for investors looking for international equity exposure.
However, the ETF remains heavily concentrated in information technology, with the sector accounting for 60.5% of the portfolio.
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