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PPA
Passive ETF
NYSE

Invesco Aerospace & Defense ETF

The Invesco Aerospace & Defense ETF (PPA) provides exposure to U.S. companies involved in defense, homeland security, and aerospace innovation. Tracking the SPADE™ Defense Index, PPA includes major defense contractors, aerospace manufacturers, and specialized technology firms. The fund captures the growth potential driven by government defense spending, national security initiatives, and advancements in aviation and space exploration. With a diversified mix of large-cap leaders and niche players, PPA offers a comprehensive view of the defense sector. It’s a strategic option for investors seeking to benefit from long-term trends in global security and aerospace development....

Passive ETF
Last update 3/11/2026 at 1:30 PM
Live
Closed
Last Price
$177.99
% Change
-0.40%
1W flows
+$207M
1m flows
+$309M
AuM
$8.37B
E/R
0.58%
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Trading data

Last sale
3/11/2026 at 1:30 PM
$177.99
Previous close
$178.70
Consolidated volume
03/10/2026
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Average volume
30 days
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Average discount or premium
30 days
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Average Bid/Ask spread
30 days
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PPA performance and flow charts

Performance

-2.00.02.04.06.0%Feb 10Feb 18Feb 25Mar 4

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Historic performance and flows

Data as of March 10, 2026
1M3MYTD1Y3Y5Y
Perf.+1.75%+17.23%+14.09%+57.03%+130.07%+161.92%
Flows+$309M+$624M+$551M+$1.20B+$2.82B+$3.86B
Data as of March 10, 2026

Volatility and drawdown

3M1Y3Y5Y
Volatility+21.94%+21.15%+17.07%+17.95%
Max drawdown
-6.13%-13.09%-15.16%-18.41%
Max drawdown duration
30d34d171d227d
Time to recover
14d25d28d41d

Replication quality

Data as of February 27, 2026
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Exposure

Data as of January 31, 2026

Countries

USA
94.79%
Other
5.21%

Sectors

Industrials
87.02%
Other
12.98%

Diversification

Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 60

71.65%

Top 15 Holdings

BOEING U
9.21%
RAYTHEON TECHNOLOGIES CORPORD
8.4%
LOCKHEED MARTIN
8.28%
GENERAL ELECTRIC
7.53%
NORTHROP GRUMMAN
5.8%
GENERAL DYNAMICS
5.12%
L3 HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES
4.37%
HONEYWELL INTL
4.11%
HOWMET AEROSPACE INC
3.77%
PARKER HANNIFIN
3.15%
TRANSDIGM GROUP
2.85%
ELBIT SYSTEMS
2.73%
AMPHENOL
2.69%
AXON ENTERPRISE INC
1.83%
US7731211089
1.78%

Characteristics

The Invesco Aerospace & Defense ETF is built to track the SPADE Defense TR Index - USD. This ETF provides physical exposure - by owning its shares you earn the return of the securities composing the index (as the ETF holds them directly).

This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.

Management strategyPassive
ProviderInvesco
N° of holdings60
Replication methodDirect (Physical)
Asset classEquities
Dividend policyDistributing
Trailing 12m distribution yield
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Inception dateOctober 26, 2005
ESGNo

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Frequently asked questions about PPA

What type of ETF is PPA?

PPA is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by Invesco.

What index does PPA track?

PPA tracks the SPADE Defense TR Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.

What is the expense ratio of PPA?

The total expense ratio (TER) of PPA is 0.58%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.

When was PPA launched?

PPA was launched on October 26, 2005, marking its entry into the ETF market.

Who is the issuer of PPA?

PPA is issued by Invesco.

What is the AUM of PPA?

As of March 10, 2026, PPA manages $8.37 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.

How has PPA performed recently?

As of March 10, 2026, PPA delivered a return of 1.75% over the past month (1M performance), 17.23% over the past three months (3M), and 14.09% year-to-date (YTD).

What are the recent fund flows for PPA?

As of March 10, 2026, PPA has seen net flows of +$309M in the past month (1M flow) and +$551M year-to-date (YTD).

Does PPA pay dividends?

As of March 10, 2026, PPA has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 0.37%.

How many holdings are in PPA

As of January 31, 2026, PPA holds 60 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.

How diversified is PPA?

As of January 31, 2026, PPA holds 60 securities, with 71.65% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.

What are the top holdings of PPA?

As of January 31, 2026, PPA holds a portfolio of 60 underlyings, with its largest positions including BOEING U, RAYTHEON TECHNOLOGIES CORPORD and LOCKHEED MARTIN. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.

What countries or regions does PPA invest in?

As of January 31, 2026, PPA has its largest geographic exposures in USA.

What sectors or themes does PPA focus on?

As of January 31, 2026, PPA is primarily exposed to Industrials.

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