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Global X Defense Tech ETF
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Performance
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Historic performance and flows
Data as of March 11, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +6.27% | +17.08% | +16.60% | +67.01% | ||
| Flows | +$585M | +$2.17B | +$2.03B | +$5.42B | - | - |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +25.63% | +22.59% | ||
Max drawdown | -8.47% | -14.65% | ||
Max drawdown duration | 51d | 91d | N/A | N/A |
Time to recover | N/A | 38d | N/A | N/A |
Replication quality
Data as of February 27, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
|---|---|
| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
Exposure
Data as of January 31, 2026Countries
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Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 47
Top 15 Holdings
Characteristics
The Global X Defense Tech ETF is built to track the Global X Defense Tech NTR 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 strategy | Passive |
| Provider | Global X |
| N° of holdings | 47 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equities |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | September 11, 2023 |
| ESG | No |
What type of ETF is SHLD?
SHLD is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by Global X.
What index does SHLD track?
SHLD tracks the Global X Defense Tech NTR Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What is the expense ratio of SHLD?
The total expense ratio (TER) of SHLD is 0.5%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was SHLD launched?
SHLD was launched on September 11, 2023, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of SHLD?
SHLD is issued by Global X.
What is the AUM of SHLD?
As of March 11, 2026, SHLD manages $8.02 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has SHLD performed recently?
As of March 11, 2026, SHLD delivered a return of 6.27% over the past month (1M performance), 17.08% over the past three months (3M), and 16.6% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for SHLD?
As of March 11, 2026, SHLD has seen net flows of +$585M in the past month (1M flow) and +$2.03B year-to-date (YTD).
Does SHLD pay dividends?
As of March 11, 2026, SHLD has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 0.35%.
How many holdings are in SHLD
As of January 31, 2026, SHLD holds 47 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is SHLD?
As of January 31, 2026, SHLD holds 47 securities, with 76.68% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of SHLD?
As of January 31, 2026, SHLD holds a portfolio of 47 underlyings, with its largest positions including LOCKHEED MARTIN, RAYTHEON TECHNOLOGIES CORPORD and RHEINMETALL. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does SHLD invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, SHLD has its largest geographic exposures in USA, Germany and Republic of Korea.
What sectors or themes does SHLD focus on?
As of January 31, 2026, SHLD is primarily exposed to Industrials and Information Technology.
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