ETF Quarterly: Access a global portfolio of Quality companies via QUAL or QMIX

Although executing an offshore exposure has been traditionally difficult, this changed with the launch of international ETFs on the ASX in 2007. In our Opinion Piece, we focus on two international ETFs that offer a different proposition in comparison to the other broad based international ETFs currently on the ASX. These ETFs use a ’Smart Beta’ investment style, which incorporates a layer of active strategies that professional Fund Managers often use, to filter only quality global companies into its portfolio. These ETFs are ideal for investors seeking a little bit more than the other traditional market capitalisation weighted international ETFs. These ETFs are - Market Vector’s MSCI World ex Australia Quality ETF (QUAL) and StateStreet’s MSCI World Quality Mix ETF (QMIX). The ETF Quarterly also provides a comprehensive assessment of the Australian ETP landscape. We also enclose an individual profile sheet for 120 ETPs listed on the ASX. Read our full report (attached).