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Global Market Funds

Also known as low cost index funds

Invest in global markets through low-cost ETFs and index funds

What Are Global Market Funds?

Global market funds are investment vehicles that track international stock market indices. They provide instant diversification across thousands of companies worldwide, making them ideal for long-term investors seeking broad market exposure.

10% Annual Growth

Over the last 47 years, global markets have delivered a nominal compound annual growth rate of 10.44%. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. [citation]

Compare Global Market Funds

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FundRegionExpense RatioYoY Performance5Y Average
LON:VTI
Vanguard Total World Stock Index Fund
Global0.22%
LON:ACWI
iShares MSCI ACWI UCITS ETF
Global0.20%
LON:FWRG
Invesco FTSE All-World UCITS ETF Acc
Global0.12%
LON:VWRL
Vanguard FTSE All-World UCITS ETF
Global0.22%
LON:SWDA
iShares Core MSCI World UCITS ETF
Global0.20%
LON:VUSA
Vanguard S&P 500 UCITS ETF
US0.07%

Available Investment Brokers

Choose a regulated UK broker to invest in global market funds. These platforms offer competitive fees and user-friendly interfaces for long-term investors.

Freetrade

Commission-free investing

S&S ISA
Flexible ISA
SIPP
GIA
Get Started with Freetrade

Trading 212

Zero commission trading

S&S ISA
Flexible ISA
xSIPP
GIA
Get Started with Trading 212

Fidelity

Professional investing

S&S ISA
xFlexible ISA
SIPP
GIA
Get Started with Fidelity

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Investment Guidance

Portfolio Diversification

Global market funds provide instant diversification across thousands of companies worldwide. Consider these factors when building your portfolio:

  • Geographic Spread:

    Funds spanning developed and emerging markets reduce regional risk

  • Sector Allocation:

    Mix of equity sectors balances growth and stability

  • Cost Efficiency:

    Low expense ratios maximize long-term returns

  • Reinvestment Strategy:

    Automatic dividend reinvestment accelerates compound growth

Tax-Efficient Investing

Maximize your returns with UK tax-advantaged accounts and fund selection:

  • ISA Allowance:

    Use your £20,000 annual ISA allowance for tax-free growth

  • UCITS Funds:

    UK-regulated funds offer investor protections

  • Capital Gains Tax:

    Consider tax implications when switching investments

Popular Global Market ETFs

Vanguard Global Funds

  • LON:VTI

    Vanguard Total World Stock Index Fund

  • LON:VWRL

    Vanguard FTSE All-World UCITS ETF

  • LON:VUSA

    Vanguard S&P 500 UCITS ETF

  • LON:VUKE

    Vanguard FTSE U.K. All Share UCITS ETF

  • LON:VHYL

    Vanguard FTSE All-Share High Dividend Yield UCITS ETF

  • LON:VJPN

    Vanguard FTSE Japan UCITS ETF

  • LON:VEMO

    Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets UCITS ETF

  • LON:VAPX

    Vanguard Asia Pacific ex Japan UCITS ETF

Other Global ETFs

  • LON:ACWI

    iShares MSCI ACWI UCITS ETF

  • LON:FWRG

    Invesco FTSE All-World UCITS ETF Acc

  • LON:SWDA

    iShares Core MSCI World UCITS ETF

  • LON:EQQQ

    Invesco EQQQ NASDAQ-100 UCITS ETF

  • LON:IUSA

    iShares Core S&P 500 UCITS ETF

  • LON:ISF

    iShares Core FTSE 100 UCITS ETF

  • LON:EUNA

    iShares Euro Stoxx 50 UCITS ETF

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