Global X Defense Tech ETF
SHLD

$37.15

0.41%

Market Cap: $547M

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of 6,728 funds

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Based on 2024 Q2 SEC filings by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

1,350% more first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 29 | Existing positions closed: 2

1,220% more capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $12.9M [Q1] → $170M (+$157M) [Q2]

150% more funds holding

Funds holding: 18 [Q1] → 45 (+27) [Q2]

31.78% more ownership

Funds ownership: 34.33% [Q1] → 66.11% (+31.78%) [Q2]

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Research analyst outlook

We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for SHLD.

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Financial journalist opinion

Based on 4 articles about SHLD published over the past 30 days

Highlights From the Q4 2024 Equity Symposium

Throughout 2024, equities have mainly demonstrated strong performance. They've inspired investors to bolster their equity exposure through a variety of ETF products.

Highlights From the Q4 2024 Equity Symposium

On the Radar With Aerospace and Defense ETFs

Like many analysts and investors, I'm always searching for the next big idea—whether it's a new company that creates a path to a whole new industry, an innovative ETF, or a new megatrend. I'm still an advocate of crypto, artificial intelligence, and other disruptive technologies, but sometimes good investment ideas aren't always obscure.

On the Radar With Aerospace and Defense ETFs

SHLD: Defense Tech ETF A Must-Follow For Me

Predictive maintenance and AI-driven drone technology are revolutionizing the Aerospace and Defense industry, enhancing efficiency and operational reliability while reducing costs and downtime. Rising global conflict and the increasing importance of defense logistics highlight the growth potential for companies like Lockheed Martin and RTX Corporation, SHLD's largest holdings. The global aerospace and defense market is projected to grow significantly, driven by technological innovation and increased government spending on defense.

SHLD: Defense Tech ETF A Must-Follow For Me

Top 5 ETFs for Every Investor: From Semiconductors to Defense

Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have the potential to be an excellent choice both for amateur investors eager to diversify a portfolio but without the experience or time to deal with the regular management of a large number of positions as well as seasoned investors trading actively to capitalize on advanced leveraged strategies. It's no wonder that these easy-to-use investment vehicles have ballooned in popularity in recent years.

Top 5 ETFs for Every Investor: From Semiconductors to Defense

Disruptive Theme of the Week: Playing Defense

When markets correct, it is a good time to revisit which equity market sectors are “defensive” themes. Certain products and services are nondiscretionary in nature that we cannot live without.

Disruptive Theme of the Week: Playing Defense

Bipartisan Common Ground Could Create Investment Opportunities

It's been a rocky August so far for U.S. investors. They have been yet again reminded markets don't only move in one direction.

Bipartisan Common Ground Could Create Investment Opportunities

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Aerospace & Defense ETFs to Track Amid Q2 Earnings

Look at Aerospace & Defense ETFs, as companies report second-quarter 2024 earnings.

Aerospace & Defense ETFs to Track Amid Q2 Earnings

Disruptive Theme of the Week: Defense Technology

A confluence of factors have combined to make defense technology a compelling ETF investment theme including: Rising global instability, such as the conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine; Years of underinvestment in defense and military equipment, especially in Europe; NATO's goal that its members allocate 2% of GDP to defense by 2024; Heightened demand

Disruptive Theme of the Week: Defense Technology

SHLD: A 'Global' High-Tech Spin On Defense Sector Stocks

Global X Defense Tech ETF invests in companies developing technologies for government and military applications. SHLD includes international stocks, making it unique compared to other defense sector ETFs. The fund is a good option for exposure to high-level industry themes.

SHLD: A 'Global' High-Tech Spin On Defense Sector Stocks

SHLD: The Intersection Of Defense And Tech

Global X Defense Tech ETF is the first ETF focused on defense technology, aiming to track the performance of the Global X Defense Tech Index. The SHLD ETF invests in companies specializing in cyber defense, artificial intelligence, big data analytics, and military systems and hardware. With governments continuing to spend on defense and the market rewarding advanced technology, SHLD presents a good long-term investment opportunity.

SHLD: The Intersection Of Defense And Tech

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