It is no secret that VWRL or VWCE (accumulating) ETFs are one of my favorite ETFs to hold on to especially if I would only choose one specific ETF to hold on to long-term. Now there is another ETF challenging VWRL / VWCE, which is the Invesco FTSE All-World UCITS ETF. The great part of having an ETF issuer such as Invesco offering the same benchmark ETF as the Vanguard one means that a big player is as well offering the same ETF meaning more competition overall, there is one thing going for this ETF above VWRL and IWDA. The Invesco FTSE All-World UCITS ETF has two versions a distribution (FTWD) and an accumulating version (FWRG).
The FTSE All-World UCITS
The FTSE All-World UCITS benchmark is a widely recognized and highly regarded index in the investment industry. It is designed to provide investors with a comprehensive representation of the global equity market, encompassing companies from developed and emerging markets around the world. The benchmark's construction follows a rigorous and transparent methodology, ensuring objectivity and consistency in-stock selection. It includes large and mid-cap companies, covering a diverse range of sectors and industries. The FTSE All-World UCITS benchmark is regularly reviewed and rebalanced to maintain its accuracy and relevance. Its broad diversification helps mitigate risks associated with individual stocks and specific countries, making it a valuable tool for investors seeking well-rounded global equity exposure. Investors often rely on the FTSE All-World UCITS benchmark as a benchmark for performance evaluation and as a basis for constructing diversified portfolios.
Cost-Effective Solution
One of the key advantages of Invesco is its competitive expense ratio. While both VWRL and IWDA have low expense ratios relatively speaking, Invesco manages to offer a similar level of diversification at an even lower cost. For cost-conscious investors, this can be an important factor to consider when choosing an ETF. I have discussed previously how ETFs in Europe have a higher expense ratio compared to the US and how I would like to see it lower overall. This may be a step in the right direction as the Invesco ETF is offering the ETF at an expense ratio of 0.15% vs the higher expense ratio from Vanguard (0.22%) and iShares (0.20%). This definitely impacts the return in the long term and the lower the expense ratio the better. While the Benchmark of the iShares is not 1-1 to the Vanguard and Invesco one it is quite similar.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the Invesco FTSE All-World UCITS ETF presents a compelling alternative to the popular VWRL and IWDA ETFs. By offering the same benchmark index as Vanguard, Invesco provides investors with more competition and options in the market. The FTSE All-World UCITS benchmark itself is widely recognized and respected, offering comprehensive global equity exposure and diversification. Moreover, Invesco's ETF comes with a competitive expense ratio, providing a cost-effective solution for investors looking to minimize expenses and maximize returns. The availability of both distribution and accumulating versions further caters to individual preferences and investment strategies. Ultimately, the Invesco FTSE All-World UCITS ETF stands as a strong contender for investors seeking a long-term ETF holding with broad global equity exposure.
As for my personal choice, I will hold on switching to Invesco's ETF as I want to compare it is performance in the upcoming months/years (even though it is tracking the same benchmark as Vanguard) and want to see what the response will be by Vanguard and iShares in terms of expense ratios.
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