Global X Defense Tech ETF (SHLD) price, chart and fund profile
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Fund profile
SHLD tracks a modified market-cap weighted index of the top 50 pure-play defense technology companies from around the world. These companies are considered best positioned to benefit from increased governmental defense spending.
- Issuer
- Global X Management Company LLC
- Industry
- Industrials
- Inception
- Sep 11, 2023
- Expense ratio
- 0.50%
- Net asset value
- $66.26
- NAV as of
- Aug 28, 2026
- Leverage
- 1×
- Fund page
- www.globalxetfs.com↗
Frequently asked questions
What is Global X Defense Tech ETF (SHLD)?
SHLD tracks a modified market-cap weighted index of the top 50 pure-play defense technology companies from around the world. These companies are considered best positioned to benefit from increased governmental defense spending.
What is SHLD's expense ratio?
Global X Defense Tech ETF charges an annual expense ratio of 0.50%. The fund is issued by Global X Management Company LLC.
How large is SHLD?
Global X Defense Tech ETF manages $7.3B in assets and has traded since Sep 11, 2023.
How do I buy shares of Global X Defense Tech ETF (SHLD)?
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