New to InvestSMART Custom: February 2026 ETF additions
InvestSMART Custom lets investors customise their portfolio by adding up to five ETFs from our approved list.
The list covers a broad range of asset classes - including Australian and international shares, property, infrastructure, fixed interest and alternatives such as gold.
ETFs need to be rated at least three stars using our in-house five-star rating system to be included. At this stage, only passive ETFs listed on the ASX are available.
In February, we added seven more ETFs to that list. This latest intake includes targeted exposure to copper miners, semiconductors and Australian resources, as well as new options in emerging markets, corporate bonds, subordinated bank debt and gold. Here's a quick look at what was added.
Global X Copper Miners ETF (ASX: WIRE)
Management fee: 0.65% p.a.
1-year return: 123.1%
3-year return: 36.7% p.a.
InvestSMART rating: 3 stars
Top 5 holdings: Sumitomo Metal Mining, Lundin Mining Corp, Boliden AB, Glencore and KGHM
WIRE gives investors exposure to a global basket of copper miners, with copper used across areas such as technology, infrastructure and clean energy.
Global X Semiconductor ETF (ASX: SEMI)
Management fee: 0.45% p.a.
1-year return: 71.9%
3-year return: 47.5% p.a.
InvestSMART rating: 3 stars
Top 5 holdings: Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing, ASML, NVIDIA, Micron Tech and Broadcom
SEMI provides exposure to companies set to benefit from the growing use of tech-enabled devices that rely on semiconductors. This includes the development and manufacturing of semiconductors.
VanEck Australian Resources ETF (ASX: MVR)
Management fee: 0.35% p.a.
1-year return: 60.4%
3-year return: 15.6% p.a.
InvestSMART rating: 4 stars
Top 5 holdings: BHP, Woodside Energy, Rio Tinto, Fortescue Metals and Santos
MVR offers concentrated exposure to Australian resources companies, including major mining and energy names.
Vaneck MSCI Multifactor Emerging Markets Equity ETF (ASX: EMKT)
Management fee: 0.69% p.a.
1-year return: 37.7%
3-year return: 25.6% p.a.
InvestSMART rating: 3 stars
Top 5 holdings: Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing, SK hynix, SK square, Tencent and Gold Fields
EMKT invests in a diversified portfolio of large and mid-cap stocks from emerging market countries. It uses a multifactor approach, rather than a market-cap weighted index.
iShares Core Corporate Bond ETF (ASX: ICOR)
Management fee: 0.15% p.a.
1-year return: 3.9%
3-year return: 5.1% p.a.
InvestSMART rating: 5 stars
Top 5 issuers: CPPIB Capital, Westpac, Commonwealth Bank, NAB and BNG Bank
ICOR provides access to the Australian investment grade corporate bond market. It screens out issuers involved in serious ESG controversies and avoids any issuers engaged in select activities based on revenue thresholds.
Australian Major Bank Subordinated Debt ETF (ASX: BSUB)
Management fee: 0.29% p.a.
1-year return: 5.7%
3-year return: N/A
InvestSMART rating: 5 stars
BSUB invests in tier-2 floating rate subordinated bonds issued by the four major Australian banks.
Global X Gold Bullion ETF (ASX: GXLD)
Management fee: 0.15% p.a.
1-year return: 57.7%
3-year return: N/A
InvestSMART rating: 4 stars
GXLD provides access to physical gold exposure in ETF form.
InvestSMART Custom is available to eligible investors with $10,000 or more invested in one of our readymade ETF portfolios. Investors can choose up to five ETFs from the approved list, with a minimum investment of $2,000 per ETF.
Note: Returns are for the period ending 27 February 2026 and were sourced from the ASX. Fees and top holdings were sourced from the website of each individual ETF provider on 18 March 2026. Keep in mind that past performance is not an indicator of future returns.
Want to learn more about InvestSMART Custom or explore the approved ETF list? Find out how the feature works and see the full range of available ETFs here.
Frequently Asked Questions about this Article…
InvestSMART Custom lets eligible investors personalise their portfolio by adding up to five ETFs from InvestSMART’s approved list. It sits on top of one of InvestSMART’s readymade ETF portfolios and allows you to choose ETFs to tailor your asset exposure while keeping the underlying readymade portfolio in place.
Seven ETFs were added in February 2026: Global X Copper Miners ETF (ASX: WIRE), Global X Semiconductor ETF (ASX: SEMI), VanEck Australian Resources ETF (ASX: MVR), Vaneck MSCI Multifactor Emerging Markets Equity ETF (ASX: EMKT), iShares Core Corporate Bond ETF (ASX: ICOR), Australian Major Bank Subordinated Debt ETF (ASX: BSUB), and Global X Gold Bullion ETF (ASX: GXLD). Each offers targeted exposure (for example, copper miners, semiconductors, Australian resources, emerging markets, corporate bonds, subordinated bank debt and physical gold).
The approved ETF list covers a broad range of asset classes relevant to everyday investors, including Australian and international shares, property, infrastructure, fixed interest, and alternatives such as gold. The February additions specifically add targeted exposure to copper mining, semiconductors, Australian resources, emerging markets, corporate bonds, bank subordinated debt and physical gold.
InvestSMART Custom is available to eligible investors who have at least $10,000 invested in one of InvestSMART’s readymade ETF portfolios. Investors can add up to five ETFs from the approved list, with a minimum investment of $2,000 per chosen ETF.
Only passive ETFs listed on the ASX and rated at least three stars under InvestSMART’s in‑house five‑star rating system are eligible for the approved list. That rating and the ASX listing are the key inclusion criteria mentioned in the article.
Management fees for the February additions range from 0.15% p.a. (ICOR, GXLD) up to 0.69% p.a. (EMKT). InvestSMART ratings for the additions range from 3 to 5 stars. One‑year returns reported in the article (to 27 February 2026) include examples such as WIRE 123.1%, SEMI 71.9%, MVR 60.4% and GXLD 57.7%. Note some funds have no 3‑year history (marked N/A).
Yes. The February additions include Global X Gold Bullion ETF (ASX: GXLD) for physical gold exposure, iShares Core Corporate Bond ETF (ASX: ICOR) for Australian investment‑grade corporate bonds, and Australian Major Bank Subordinated Debt ETF (ASX: BSUB) for tier‑2 floating rate subordinated bonds issued by the four major Australian banks.
Returns cited in the article are to 27 February 2026 and were sourced from the ASX; fees and top holdings were taken from each ETF provider’s website on 18 March 2026. The article also reminds readers that past performance is not an indicator of future returns.
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