Franklin Templeton FTSE India ETF

Hello dear Getquin community,

I have decided to add niches from India to my portfolio. I have chosen the following three: $QDV5 (+1.23%), $XCS5 (+1.34%) and $FLXI (+1.31%)

I'm leaning more towards the $XCS5 (+1.34%) but don't know exactly what these swaps are all about.

swaps. Can anyone help me or recommend something else? I am investing for the long term.

Thank you very much.

+++Investing in the future: How India will dominate the global economy in 10 years! +++

India is emerging as one of the most exciting investment destinations in the world, with the potential to not only match but exceed the performance of the MSCI World Index. The country is on track to become the third largest economy by 2027, driven by robust economic growth, a young population and a business-friendly environment. With a current GDP of USD 3.417 trillion and an average population age of just 27 years, India's economy offers a fertile field for investors looking for long-term growth and diversification.

India's young population One of India's biggest advantages is its demographic profile. The country is home to approximately 1.452 billion people with an annual growth rate of 0.89%. By 2025, the population is expected to reach 1.67 billion, cementing India's position as the most populous country in the world. Of particular note is the young median age of 27, which will be a driver of the country's economic growth in the coming decades.

Unlike many developed countries where ageing populations pose a threat to economic sustainability, India's demographic bonus promises to boost economic development. As the working population expands, so does consumer demand in various sectors. A young workforce also means that the labor market remains dynamic and adaptable, providing the skills to sustain India's growth. By 2050, the expansion of the labor force is expected to mitigate potential social security burdens so that economic gains are not impacted by an aging population.

In addition, India's large population provides a significant domestic market that reduces the country's dependence on exports and protects it from global economic uncertainties. This internal consumption power makes India less vulnerable to external shocks in today's volatile global economy.

A bright future India's economic future looks promising, with major financial institutions forecasting unprecedented growth. Morgan Stanley predicts that India will overtake Japan and Germany to become the world's third largest economy by 2027, with GDP set to rise to USD 7.5 trillion. This transformation is not speculative, but based on solid economic fundamentals, government reforms and increasing investment in key sectors such as IT/ Infratstukur....

The Indian stock market is expected to reflect this economic growth, with annual returns of around 11% forecast. This strong growth potential, coupled with a relatively stable and transparent market environment, makes India a compelling destination for global investors. Growth is supported by favorable government policies, including tax reforms, labor market reforms and business improvement initiatives, all of which contribute to a more investor-friendly environment.

India's unique positioning Several strategic factors differentiate India from other emerging markets, particularly its regional neighbor China. While China dominated the emerging market for years, India is increasingly seen as an attractive alternative, offering a blend of economic growth and political stability that is hard to beat.

Technological advances and innovation India's strong economic growth is largely driven by its young population, which is driving technological innovation in various sectors. The country is making rapid progress in areas such as information technology, biotechnology and renewable energy. The Indian government is also focusing on building a digital economy to drive growth. Initiatives such as 'Digital India' aim to transform India into a digitally empowered society and create a favorable environment for technology startups.

India's thriving technology ecosystem is supported by a growing pool of skilled professionals. The country has a large pool of engineers, scientists and IT professionals who are making significant contributions to global technology companies. This talent pool is not just limited to the technology sector, but is also driving growth in other industries such as pharmaceuticals, automotive and manufacturing, making India a hub for innovation and technology.

Another crucial factor in India's growth story is the massive infrastructure development that is currently underway. The Indian government has launched an ambitious plan to modernize the country's infrastructure, including roads, railroads, ports and airports. This development is crucial to support industrial growth and ensure that the country can keep pace with its economic ambitions.

Infrastructure development is also crucial to India's urbanization process. As more and more people move to cities in search of better opportunities, the need for improved urban infrastructure increases. This includes not only physical infrastructure such as housing and transportation, but also digital infrastructure such as broadband connectivity and smart city technologies. The focus on infrastructure is expected to create millions of jobs, further fueling economic growth and making India an even more attractive destination for investors.

India's political stability and democratic governance are other key advantages for investors. Unlike China, which operates under an authoritarian regime, India is the world's largest democracy. This democratic system provides a level of transparency and stability that is often lacking in other emerging markets. Investors can rest assured that India has a long history of stable governments and peaceful transitions of power, which reduces the risk of sudden political changes that could negatively impact investments.

In addition, India's commitment to the rule of law and property rights further enhances its attractiveness as an investment destination. The country has a well-established legal system that protects the rights of investors and ensures that their investments are safe.

Decoupling from China In recent years, India has strategically positioned itself as a key player in the global economy and has increasingly decoupled itself from China. This decoupling is reflected in the significant relocation of global supply chains, with many companies moving their production facilities from China to India. The ongoing trade tensions between the US and China have accelerated this trend, with India emerging as the preferred destination for companies looking to diversify their supply chains.

India's attractiveness as a manufacturing hub is bolstered by its competitive labor costs, improving infrastructure and favorable government policies. The government has introduced several initiatives to attract foreign investment in the manufacturing sector, including the 'Make in India' campaign, which aims to make India a global manufacturing hub. These efforts are already beginning to bear fruit as several global giants, including Apple and Samsung, are expanding their manufacturing operations in India.

Foreign Direct Investment (FDI): Capital inflow Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) is a key driver of India's economic growth. Over the last two decades, India has witnessed a significant increase in FDI inflows, rising from USD 2.2 billion in 2000 to an impressive USD 70.9 billion in 2023. This increase in FDI is a testament to the growing confidence of global investors in India's economic prospects.

The technology sector has been a major beneficiary of this capital inflow as global technology giants have outsourced their operations to India and invested heavily in the country's technology ecosystem. The Indian government's proactive approach to creating an enabling environment for foreign investment, including the relaxation of FDI regulations in key sectors such as defense, retail and insurance, has contributed to this growth.

In addition, India's consumer market is also experiencing rapid growth, driven by rising incomes and a growing middle class. The consumer electronics market in particular is expanding faster than in China, making it an attractive destination for consumer-oriented investments. This growth is not limited to traditional sectors; emerging sectors such as e-commerce, fintech and renewable energy are also attracting significant FDI.

One notable aspect of India's global influence is the presence of its talent in leadership positions at some of the world's most prominent technology companies. Two of the largest and most influential companies, Microsoft and Alphabet, are currently led by Indian CEOs: Satya Nadella at Microsoft and Sundar Pichai at Alphabet (Google).

These leaders are examples of the immense technical expertise and management skills that have come from India. Their successful careers and leadership of such tech giants underline the quality of education and talent development in India. This shows how India is playing an important role in the technology industry not only nationally but also at a global level.

ETFs as a gateway For investors looking to participate in India's growth story, exchange-traded funds (ETFs) offer an accessible and diversified option. One of the most compelling India-focused ETFs is the Franklin FTSE India UCITS ETF. This ETF stands out for its low expense ratio of 0.19%, its sizable fund size of over USD 1 billion and a portfolio that reflects the broad spectrum of the Indian economy. $FLXI (+1.31%)

The Franklin FTSE India UCITS ETF invests in key sectors that are essential to India's economic development, including banking, technology and infrastructure. Here are some of the key companies included in the ETF:

Reliance Industries: one of India's largest conglomerates with diversified interests in energy, petrochemicals, textiles, retail and telecom. Reliance Industries is a major player in the Indian economy and a pioneer in several sectors, including the digital economy through its subsidiary Jio Platforms. HDFC Bank: A leading private sector bank in India offering a wide range of banking and financial services. It is known for its strong financial performance, extensive branch network and innovative digital banking solutions. Infosys: A global leader in consulting, technology and outsourcing. Infosys is one of India's largest IT companies and plays a crucial role in promoting the country's IT and software exports. Tata Consultancy Services (TCS): TCS is a leading provider of IT services, consulting and business solutions. It is part of the Tata Group, one of India's largest and most respected conglomerates, and is a major contributor to the country's IT sector. Bharti Airtel: A telecom company offering mobile, broadband and enterprise services. Bharti Airtel is a major player in the Indian telecom industry and is present in several other countries in Asia and Africa.

A critical point of the ETF is the current TD of 3%, which is still negligible due to the duration of the fund!

I am invested in India by currently investing 1/3 of my savings plan amount in the Indian market (this amount will be reduced to 1/6 at a certain point)

What do you think of the Indian market?

👍 = Thanks for the post, but I'm not investing for now!

❤️ = Thanks for the post, I am or will be investing in India, or taking a closer look at India!

You can check out my YouTube video for more input/ and a soundtrack where I take a closer look at the Indian market : )

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQl10uYNhgo&feature=youtu.be

Hello everyone,

would these ETFs be sufficient for return and diversification? I am 34 and the investment period would be until retirement :-)

50% $VWCE (+0.13%) FTSE World

15% $CSPX (+0.19%) SP500

10% $ANX (+0.18%) Nasdaq 100

10% $FLXI (+1.31%) MSCI FTSE India

10% $EXSA (+0.08%) stoxx 600

5%. $EWG2 (+0.85%) Gold Euwax 2

Would then be 58% USA, 18% Asia and 18% EU

TECH is 25%

I currently have 70% Sp500, 20% sp500 Tech and 10% nasdaq 100 and want to change this

Thank you already

KKR the beginning - $KKR (+0.42%)

As luck would have it, when I bought new WMF cutlery at the beginning of 2015, I saw the KKR logo for the first time. I didn't know this company and wondered what it had to do with WMF. I started googling and soon I knew what KKR was all about. One of the world's largest and best-known investment companies.

That was probably the moment when I discovered my passion for stock market investing.

I was green behind the ears and without any know-how I opened an account/securities account with ING-Diba. Now I was ready to start.

I transferred €14,ooo to the ING account - immediately after the money was credited, I bought 700 shares at €18.46. A good decision, as it turned out later.

Since then I have made several good and bad stock market decisions, but I don't want to digress here. - Current path - keep the (too many) individual stocks and stop investing. Only the $FLXI (+1.31%) Franklin Templeton FTSE India ETF

and favorite of many getquin disciples $VWRL (+0.12%) Vanguard FTSE All-World UCITS ETF I save €3,ooo-5,ooo per month.

On to the subject of KKR.

A blind chicken: Without having dealt with KKR significantly, I could generate a 400% PLUS by mid-2024. When I bought it at the time, I just thought it was cool to be invested in so many companies. At that time, the term ETF was still foreign to me.

I then sold a large proportion of the 700 shares in June 2024, as I needed the money proportionately for a rental property. All in all, a good decision.

I have no idea why I'm writing this here. ☹

I wanted to share my decision-making process for an equity investment with you. 😊

Now a little background on the investment company KKR.

1. who is KKR?

KKR (Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co.) is one of the largest and best-known investment companies in the world. The company was founded in 1976 by Jerome Kohlberg, Henry Kravis and George Roberts in New York. KKR is best known for its private equity dealsin which they buy companies, restructure them and later sell them at a profit. In addition to private equity, KKR also invests in areas such as infrastructure, real estate and loans.

• Founding: 1976
• Headquarters: New York, USA
• Focus on: Long-term value enhancement through corporate restructuring

Source : KKR WebsiteKKR Website https://www.kkr.com/

2. investments of KKR and their shares

KKR has numerous investments worldwide and in various sectors. These include technology companies, healthcare companies and industrial groups.

• Examples:
• Technology: Investments in ByteDance (TikTok) and GoDaddy.
• Healthcare : HCA Healthcare, Zimmer Biomet.: HCA Healthcare, Zimmer Biomet.
• IndustryHitachi Transport Systems, Gardner Denver.

The size of the stakes varies, with KKR often holding between 20 % and 80 % of the companies. These holdings depend on the deal structure and the investment objective.

SourceKKR annual reports.

3. development of KKR in the last 10 years

KKR has shown strong growth over the last 10 years:

• Asset managementIn 2023, KKR managed around USD 500 billion.
• International expansion: KKR has set up and invested in new funds, particularly in Asia and Europe.
• Broader business areas: In addition to private equity, KKR is now also investing more in alternative asset classes and ESG-compliant investments.

SourcesFinancial Times

4. dividend policy of KKR

KKR pays regular dividends to its shareholders, which is attractive to many investors. In recent years, the dividend yield has been between 1.5% and 3%.

• Regular distribution: KKR has paid dividends continuously since its IPO in 2010.
• Rising dividends: Dividends have risen in line with earnings growth in recent years.

SourcesKKR Investor Relations, Traderfox https://aktie.traderfox.com/visualizations/US48251W1045/EI/kkr-co-corp

5. ETFs with KKR holdings

There are some ETFs that either directly hold shares in KKR or include companies in which KKR is invested:

• Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF (VTI)Contains direct holdings of KKR.
• iShares Core S&P 500 ETF (IVV)Indirectly invested via KKR companies.
• Invesco QQQ ETF (QQQ)Contains technology companies in which KKR invests.

SourcesETF.com https://www.etf.com/stock/KKR

6. future development of KKR - my humble opinion

The future of KKR looks promising:

• DiversificationKKR is focusing on new, high-growth sectors such as technology and renewable energies.
• Growing demand: More and more investors are looking for alternative investments, which benefits KKR.
• Global expansionKKR continues to invest heavily in emerging markets such as Asia and Latin America.

Of course, regulatory changes or economic downturns could pose challenges. Overall, however, KKR is well equipped for the future thanks to its experience and market position.

Here's to the next 400% 😊

No sooner said than done! Reallocation from $QDV5 (+1.23%) into $FLXI (+1.31%)

TER difference is drastic: 0.65% vs. 0.19%

💸💸💸

Even if this means I no longer $BLK support😭

So, after my lukewarm stumble onto the stage of the community recently, now for real:

Hello everyone (friendly nods to all),

I've been a mostly silent reader for a while now, but I'd like to introduce myself - even if I don't know what I'm up to - in keeping with local custom:

I am 55 & a civil servant in the Federal Civil Service, which puts me in the fortunate position (I hope) of not having to rely on additional income from investments for a materially bearable retirement (in twelve years' time, I would just about reach retirement without deductions after 40 years in the civil service). Investment is therefore essentially a consumption alternative, a safety cushion and - later - intended for my sons (living with their mother, 17 & 13 years old; each with their own portfolios / savings plans). My investment horizon is therefore open ended (or determined biologically or by the legitimate major needs of the offspring).

My investment history - still perceptible in the portfolio presented here - begins in 1996/1997 with the first (and later unfortunately also the second) placement of the $DTE (+0.03%) T-share and the IPO of $PSM (+0.36%) ProSieben (which has since more than made up for its initial investment through dividends, good boy). At some point, he inherited the current e.on position from his grandparents $EOAN (-0.02%) e.on position and a position in $VOW3 (+0.46%) Volkswagen, which I sold several years later on the advice of my savings bank at the time (bygones).

Then nothing for a long time (studies/traineeship, career start - I was "investing in my current account" and couldn't even manage to process my business trip expenses on time, tststs).

With a wife and children came the need to make provisions (the little guys simply cost a tidy sum through the cycle), which I initially did through sporadic ad hoc investments:

In particular hubris, at the beginning of the subprime crisis I trusted the investment banks to have everything under control and bought shares in $DBK (+0.14%) Deutsche Bank (close to ATH), Bear Stearns and Merrill Lynch (the relics can be found as a minus at $BAC (+0.12%) Bank of America for Bear Stearns and - invisibly - a tax loss carryforward to offset the now quite respectable $JPM (+0.2%) J.P. Morgan position for Merrill Lynch), $DBK (+0.14%) with additional purchases slowly creeping back into a "perhaps at some point back to zero" zone.

Otherwise, a number of active funds ($n/a LU0557858130, $n/a LU1143163779, $n/a IE00BG7PHW03, $n/a LU1496713741, $n/a DE0008474750, $n/a GB0030932676, $n/a (-0.9%) LU1864952335 and predecessors), of which only $n/a (-0.36%) Pictet Water had actually performed noticeably positively on a time-weighted basis.

From around 2015, I then gradually started to populate the current portfolio with various equity and ETF savings plans at ING ($GOOG (+0.76%) Alphabet C, $AAPL (+0.18%) Apple, $KO (+0.24%) Coca-Cola, $NESN (+0.1%) Nestlé, $BAYN (-0.07%) Bayer (ouch!), $SIE (-0.03%) Siemens, $DIS (-0.05%) Walt Disney, $PFE (+0.26%) Pfizer, $PR1J (+0.15%), $FLXC (-1.45%), $FLXK (+0.13%), $EXS1 (+0.14%), $LCUK (+0.04%), $C060, $XMUS (+0.2%), $DBXW (+0.18%), mostly at 50 euros/month), supplemented by a few nicely timed individual purchases in $AAPL (+0.18%) , when it was still trading at around 80 euros before the 3:1 stock split, as well as $MT (-0.08%) AcelorMittal and $BHP (+0.33%) (mini position, but with a nice dividend yield since then).

With supply chain problems and inflation emerging at the end of corona/beginning of Ukraine, I then started to invest in another portfolio, the actually far too expensive $SPAG (+0.52%) iShares Agribusiness and $EXV6 (+0.15%) iShares STOXX Europe 600 Basic Resources as a hedge against the rising cost of living that had gone wrong (had bet on more pronounced sectoral greed-flation).

Since I have since followed the recommendations of $VWCE (+0.13%) resp. $ACWI (Glashaus!) in the meantime, the aggregated lump and the $AAPL (+0.18%) and $GOOG (+0.76%) was getting a bit scary, but I didn't want to touch the corresponding equity savings plans (more on this in a moment), I put my basic trust in the long-term out-performance of the US equity market into practice by investing in two "equal weight" index funds, namely with $WEBA (+0.1%) on the NASDAQ100 (also with a savings plan) and $XDEW (+0.18%) on the S&P500 (one-off investment only).

Some of this, especially the earlier investment history, is foreign to my Getquin portfolio history, as I only entered this after a portfolio reorganization in early 2023.

Over the years, my employer has steadily introduced stricter regulations for private financial transactions, which currently makes it practically impossible for me to invest in individual names or funds with certain predominant industry shares. However, in an exemplary manner under the rule of law, previously existing savings plans were protected in the respective iterations of the tightening, so that I jealously continue the remaining share savings plans (see above lump at $GOOG (+0.76%) and in particular $AAPL (+0.18%)).

I currently save monthly as follows (savings rate): Grandfathering: $GOOG (+0.76%) (100), $AAPL (+0.18%) (50), $DIS (-0.05%) (50), $PFE (+0.26%) (50), $KO (+0.24%) (50); "regular": $VWCE (+0.13%) (currently 520 with annual 4% dynamic), $SPAG (+0.52%) (100), $WEBA (+0.1%) (100), $EXV6 (+0.15%) (100), $10AJ (+0.09%) (100) and - before first-time execution - (100). $SDIP (+0.08%) (100).

In addition, I have reflected certain market assessments at the respective point in time through individual purchases in country ETFs (long-term catch-up potential of the emerging markets through $HMEF (-0%), $FLXC (-1.45%), $FLXK (+0.13%) - $FLXI (+1.31%) was now too expensive for me and the Indian economy was not sufficiently represented by companies listed there; the sleeping innovation giant Japan through $PR1J (+0.15%), "luxury always works" even in times of inflation through $DX2G (+0.07%)Europe - especially CH and UK - as a general counterweight to the US through $VEUR (+0.09%) and the sensible Nordics by $XNZN (+0.09%)), so that there is now a colorful bouquet of ETFs. However, I am not fundamentally dissatisfied with this, especially as far as these are distributing & savings plan-capable in my ING portfolio, so that their distributions (from 75 euros) are automatically reinvested ($VEUR (+0.09%) - is so large that this could work for each of the quarterly distributions, $DX2G (+0.07%), $PR1J (+0.15%)).

I think that as long as I am still subject to my employer's investment restrictions, I will only make marginal changes to this. For a "fire and forget" portfolio, however, I could imagine switching to a 70/20/10 portfolio in the medium term. $WEBG (+0.18%), $HMEF (-0%), $SDIP (+0.08%) (@ING: please $SDIP (+0.08%) savings plan, thank you!). Let's see what the end of PFOF brings on the cost side, especially for savings plans.

So, that's it; thanks for your patience and perseverance. You're welcome to give me tips, but as I said, my hands are largely tied (and I don't think much of the crypto tulip bulbs until they become an actual means of payment, not just for buying sinister services on the dark web)...

Here's to a successful investment community (&thanks for having me)!

$FLXI (+1.31%)

Are you invested in India?

Surely such a populous country should have potential?

I'm thinking about getting involved here, so far I've only had a €500 savings plan.

I'm already very America-heavy with the All World and Tech is way ahead.

$VWCE (+0.13%) FTSE All-World is the ETF I mainly want to focus on.

I currently have 300 euros in it.

Does it make sense to add a second ETF to create even more diversification?

I was possibly thinking of this ETF:

$FLXI (+1.31%) Franklin Templeton ICAV - Franklin FTSE India UCITS ETF

Allocation 80\20

What is your opinion?

My savings plans for March were added🐸

50€ $IWRD (+0.18%)

50€ $O (-0.02%)

25€ $AAPL (+0.18%)

25€ $MCD (+0.15%)

25€ $ISPA (-0.33%)

25€ $NVDA (+0.06%)

25€ $AEJ (-0.14%)

25€ $FLXI (+1.31%)

Looking forward to the €3000 mark soon 💪🏼

Let's take a look at a new ETF in the portfolio^^