Best performing ETFs on ASX

The current ETF landscape shows how different asset classes can outperform for different reasons as MNRS shines with gold’s global rally, GAME captures the momentum in the gaming industry and VAS delivers the reliable returns of Australia’s top companies.

The Betashares Global Gold Miners Currency Hedged ETF (ASX: MNRS) 

The Betashares Global Gold Miners Currency Hedged ETF gives investors exposure to some of the biggest gold mining companies in the world while removing the effect of foreign currency changes.
It has an expense ratio of around 0.57% per year and follows the NASDAQ Global ex-Australia Gold Miners Hedged AUD Index before fees and expenses.
 
The fund performed really well over the past year, giving a return of almost 96.78% as of October 2025, thanks to rising gold prices and strong profits from major gold producers.
In the last 12 months, MNRS has done well because it’s spread across top mining regions like Canada, U.S. and South Africa which are main players in the global gold supply chain.

The ETF’s top holdings include companies like Barrick Gold, Agnico Eagle Mines, Newmont Mining and Franco-Nevada. For investors who want a solid and currency-protected way to invest in gold, MNRS looks like one of the best options available.

The Betashares Video Games and Esports ETF (ASX: GAME) 

lets investors take part in the fast growing world of gaming and esports.
It follows the Nasdaq CTA Global Video Games & Esports Index. The fund has an expense ratio of 0.57% per year and holds around 37 major gaming companies like Roblox, Nintendo, NetEase, Tencent and Electronic Arts. 

Its focus on firms leading the global gaming revolution has helped it post a strong 1 year return of 85.66% as of October 2025, showing solid growth in both gaming activity and earnings from developers around the world.

The ETF gives exposure to different countries mainly Japan, U.S and China which are the main innovation centers for gaming. For people wanting to invest in a fast expanding global entertainment market which now earns more money than movies and American sports together, GAME offers a solid growth story.

The Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (ASX: VAS) 

The Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF is one of the most popular and trusted ETFs in Australia. It gives exposure to the whole Australian share market by tracking the S&P/ASX 300 index. 

With an expense ratio of only 0.07% per year, it is one of the cheapest ETFs in the country. It aims to give long term growth along with regular dividend income that also comes with franking credits. The ETF pays out income every quarter and as of September 2025, it had a 12 month distribution yield of 3.08%.

Its top holdings include some of the biggest Australian companies like Commonwealth Bank of Australia, BHP Group, NAB, Westpac, Wesfarmers, ANZ, CSL and Macquarie Group. 
In the past year VAS delivered a return of about 9.05% till October 2025 and it has maintained solid long term numbers too with a 10 year CAGR of 10.18%.

For investors looking for a main Australian equity option that gives wide diversification, regular dividends and low fees, VAS stands out as a solid choice that basically reflects how the Australian economy performs overall.

(Source: Company Announcements)