Are these some of the best ASX ETFs for investors to buy in August?

Check out these top ETFs that give investors access to a large number of high-quality companies.

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If you're looking for exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to buy in August, then you might want to look at the three listed below.

These ETFs offer investors access to high-quality companies from across the globe. Here's what you need to know about them:

BetaShares Asia Technology Tigers ETF (ASX: ASIA)

If you're interested in gaining exposure to the Asian tech sector, then the BetaShares Asia Technology Tigers ETF could be the way to do it. This ASX ETF tracks the performance of the largest technology companies in Asia, excluding Japan. With this fund, you will be buying plenty of exciting companies that are household names in the region. This includes Alibaba, JD.com, Pinduoduo, Samsung, Taiwan Semiconductor, and Tencent Holdings.

VanEck Vectors Video Gaming and eSports ETF (ASX: ESPO)

Another ASX ETF for investors to consider buying this month is the VanEck Vectors Video Gaming and eSports ETF. This tech-focused ETF provides investors with access to a global video game market estimated to comprise almost 3 billion active gamers (and growing). Among its holdings are high-quality companies such as Electronic Arts, Nintendo, Nvidia, Roblox, and Take-Two.

Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF (ASX: VGS)

A final ASX ETF for investors to consider buying in August is the Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF. This could be a top option if you're looking for an easy way to diversify your portfolio or want some international exposure for it. After all, this highly popular ETF gives investors access to around 1,500 of the world's largest listed companies. Among the top stocks included in the Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF are giants such as Amazon, Apple, Nestle, Nvidia, Procter & Gamble, Tesla, and Visa.

John Mackey, former CEO of Whole Foods Market, an Amazon subsidiary, is a member of The Motley Fool’s board of directors. Motley Fool contributor James Mickleboro has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool Australia's parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has positions in and has recommended Amazon.com, Apple, JD.com, Nvidia, Roblox, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing, Take-Two Interactive Software, Tesla, Vanguard Msci Index International Shares ETF, and Visa. The Motley Fool Australia's parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has recommended Alibaba Group, Electronic Arts, and Nestlé. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended VanEck Vectors Video Gaming And eSports ETF, Amazon.com, Apple, Betashares Capital - Asia Technology Tigers Etf, JD.com, Nvidia, and Vanguard Msci Index International Shares ETF. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.

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