I’m a big believer in technology stocks and index funds - here’s some investments to think about:
VanEck Semiconductor UCITS ETF
* Focus: Nvidia, TSMC, Broadcom, AMD, ASML.
* Why: Semiconductors are the backbone of AI, cloud computing and autonomous vehicles.
* Risk: Very concentrated in one industry.
L&G Artificial Intelligence UCITS ETF
* Focus: Artificial intelligence, machine learning and automation.
* Includes companies building AI software and infrastructure.
* Higher growth potential but can be volatile.
iShares AI Infrastructure UCITS ETF
* Focus: The companies building the hardware behind AI, including chips, networking and data centres.
* A way to invest in the “picks and shovels” of the AI boom.
WisdomTree Cybersecurity UCITS ETF
* Focus: Global cybersecurity businesses.
* Long-term theme as cyber threats continue to grow.
* Technology sector with strong structural demand.
Global X AI Semiconductor & Quantum UCITS ETF
* Focus: AI chips, quantum computing and next-generation computing companies.
* Probably the highest-risk option on this list due to its narrow theme and emerging technologies.
If I were putting together a “higher-risk technology” portfolio for someone with a long investment horizon, I’d lean towards something like:
* 40% VanEck Semiconductor
* 25% iShares AI Infrastructure
* 20% L&G Artificial Intelligence
* 15% WisdomTree Cybersecurity
That gives exposure to AI, chips, cloud infrastructure and cybersecurity without relying on a single technology theme.