All-world trackers were the most popular index funds and ETFs in September

The list of the most popular index funds and ETFs includes four all-world funds, with those investing in all-caps and mid-and-large caps both included.

Meanwhile, gold and silver funds hold positions in the top 10 despite the precious metals both losing value in September.

#Index Fund or ETF
1Vanguard FTSE Global All-Cap UCITS ETF USD
2Vanguard FTSE All-World UCITS ETF
3iShares Physical Gold ETC
4Vanguard FTSE Global All Cap Index
5HSBC FTSE All World Index
6Vanguard S&P 500 UCITS ETF
7Vanguard LifeStrategy 80% Equity
8Vanguard LifeStrategy 100% Equity
9iShares Physical Silver ETC
10Vanguard LifeStrategy 60% Equity

Source: Interactive Investor, 7 October

Most bought investment trusts

While neither REIT managed to reach the top five, many of ii’s private investors made real estate plays in September, buying the Schroder Real Estate Investment Trust (LON:SREI) and Tritax Big Box (LON:BBOX).

Caldwell said: “The sector has been under pressure since around 2022, in part owing to interest rate rises. Therefore, investors buying today will be hoping the sector is at a potential turning point.

“As well as the potential income attractions, property provides important diversification benefits for investors keen to manage risk. Property can also serve as a way to play future trends, including the recent boom in AI infrastructure spending.”

#Investment Trusts
1Scottish Mortgage
2Greencoat UK Wind
3Polar Capital Technology
4City of London
5Henderson FE Income
6Schroder Real Estate Investment Trust
7F&C Investment Trust
8The Renewables Infrastructure Group (TRIG)
9JPMorgan Global Growth & Income
10Tritax Big Box

Source: Interactive Investor, 7 October

Aside from REITs, the top ten list includes well-known trusts like Scottish Mortgage, which was the most bought in September, and other popular growth and income trusts.