Global X Defense Tech ETF (SHLD)

NYSEARCA: SHLD · Real-Time Price · USD
60.88
-0.44 (-0.72%)
Aug 1, 2025, 4:00 PM - Market closed
-0.72%
Assets$3.32B
Expense Ratio0.50%
PE Ratio30.54
Shares Out52.46M
Dividend (ttm)$0.26
Dividend Yield0.42%
Ex-Dividend DateJun 27, 2025
Payout FrequencySemi-Annual
Payout Ratio12.78%
Volume1,089,336
Open60.71
Previous Close61.32
Day's Range59.86 - 61.10
52-Week Low33.62
52-Week High62.44
Betan/a
Holdings44
Inception DateSep 11, 2023

About SHLD

Fund Home Page

The Global X Defense Tech ETF (SHLD) is an exchange-traded fund that is based on the Global X Defense Tech index. The fund 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. SHLD was launched on Sep 11, 2023 and is issued by Global X.

Asset Class Equity
Category Industrials
Stock Exchange NYSEARCA
Ticker Symbol SHLD
ETF Provider Global X
Index Tracked Global X Defense Tech Index

Top 10 Holdings

61.71% of assets
NameSymbolWeight
Palantir Technologies Inc.PLTR8.85%
RTX CorporationRTX8.23%
Rheinmetall AGRHM7.71%
BAE Systems plcBA7.02%
Lockheed Martin CorporationLMT6.74%
Northrop Grumman CorporationNOC4.93%
General Dynamics CorporationGD4.81%
L3Harris Technologies, Inc.LHX4.74%
Hanwha Aerospace Co., Ltd.0124504.38%
Leonardo S.p.a.LDO4.29%
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Dividends

Ex-DividendAmountPay Date
Jun 27, 2025$0.11871Jul 7, 2025
Dec 30, 2024$0.13785Jan 7, 2025
Jun 27, 2024$0.06083Jul 5, 2024
Dec 28, 2023$0.0713Jan 8, 2024
Full Dividend History

Performance

SHLD had a total return of 72.67% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 62.16%.

News

SHLD: Shield Yourself From Losses - Sell

SHLD offers exposure to top global defense and aerospace firms, benefiting from long-term catalysts like rising NATO and government military spending. Recent earnings and contract wins highlight secto...

8 days ago - Seeking Alpha

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Ned Davis sees defense, nuclear, digital assets, and artificial intelligence benefiting from the passage of President Donald Trump's One Big, Beautiful Bill.

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14 days ago - Barrons

SHLD: A Compelling ETF, But Prefer To Wait For Some Retracement

SHLD ETF, a $3B sized ETF which covers 42 global defense tech stocks, most of which are large-caps, has trounced global stocks and US stocks by 6-9x on average thisyear. Despite its passively managed ...

17 days ago - Seeking Alpha

Space ETFs vs. Aerospace & Defense ETFs: View From Above

While aerospace and defense ETFs have recently caught investor interest, space ETFs have been quietly gaining traction. The space sector shares some overlap with the aerospace industry.

23 days ago - ETF Trends

SHLD: The Pause That Refreshes

Global X Defense Tech ETF offers exposure to cutting-edge global defense technology firms, blending innovative newcomers with established industry leaders for robust portfolio diversification. Rising ...

5 weeks ago - Seeking Alpha

With War Increasingly Defined By Drones, SHLD Is An Interesting Buy

Rising global defense spending and heightened geopolitical tensions make the defense sector attractive, with drones and drone defense emerging as key growth areas. The Global X Defense Tech ETF offers...

7 weeks ago - Seeking Alpha

Disruptive Theme of the Week: These 3 Themes Have Been Working!

The market temperature for risk may be shifting, with markets back in positive territory for the year after some positive news on the tariff front. But year to date, clearly there have been three them...

7 weeks ago - ETF Trends

SHLD: Time For The Defense Rally To Take A Breather

SHLD has delivered stellar returns since launch, fueled by surging global defense spending amid heightened geopolitical tensions. Top holdings like Rheinmetall and Palantir are trading at extreme valu...

7 weeks ago - Seeking Alpha

Why ETF investors are betting on defense sector gains

In the latest installment of Yahoo Finance's ETF Report, Invesco's Nasdaq 100 ETF and the iShares Russell 2000 ETF are seeing some recovery from April's tariff-induced sell-offs. CFRA Research head of...

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2 months ago - Yahoo Finance

SHLD: A Lot Of Potential Growth In Current Environment

The Global X Defense Tech ETF focuses on aerospace, defense, and cybersecurity. Key holdings like Palantir, Rheinmetall, and RTX Corporation are driving bullish sentiment due to their strong market po...

3 months ago - Seeking Alpha

SHLD: The New And Enduring Trend Of Global Defense Prioritization

Geopolitical tensions, especially Russia's invasion of Ukraine and rising concerns about China, are driving global defense spending, creating a favorable environment for defense investments. The Globa...

3 months ago - Seeking Alpha

SHLD Is Quant's #1 ETF, And I'm Bullish On It Too

Quant's proprietary rating system assigns grades to stocks and ETFs, with the Global X Defense Tech ETF ranking highest among 500+ ETFs. Despite differing investment approaches, I agree with Quant's b...

4 months ago - Seeking Alpha

SHLD: Record Defense Spending Can Accelerate Returns In 2025

Record defense spending and geopolitical tensions make it an ideal time to invest in the defense sector, particularly through the Global X Defense Tech ETF. SHLD offers diversified exposure to top def...

5 months ago - Seeking Alpha

ETF Trends: Small Caps, Bitcoin, Defense

Cinthia Murphy says ETFs have been focused on small caps and defensive plays recently, though she points out that inflows are a lagging effect. She says there's been less of a rotation across sectors ...

6 months ago - Schwab Network

SHLD: Better Than ITA As US Now Faces Organized Opposition

The Global X Defense Tech ETF (SHLD) is recommended over the iShares U.S. Aerospace and Defense ETF (ITA) due to its tech-oriented approach and better adaptability to new defense realities. SHLD's hol...

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8 months ago - Seeking Alpha

SHLD: Potentially Bumpy Waters Ahead For Defense Names

The Global X Defense ETF offers global exposure to companies in the defense technology sector. Valuations of holdings in the ETF are near or at all-time highs. President-elect Trump has given mixed si...

8 months ago - Seeking Alpha

3 ETFs With PLTR Exposure To Consider As Nasdaq-100 Rebalance Looms

Palantir Technologies Inc. PLTR is making a big move from the NYSE to the Nasdaq Global Select Market, effective Nov. 26.

Other symbols: PLTRAIPIARKK
9 months ago - Benzinga

Aerospace and defense ETFs beat S&P 500 as Middle East fears intensify

Aerospace and defense ETFs have surged in the past year — and are up so far this week even as the U.S. stock market has broadly stumbled.

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10 months ago - Market Watch

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...

11 months ago - Seeking Alpha

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 E...

1 year ago - Seeking Alpha

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 de...

1 year ago - Seeking Alpha

Global X Adds to Thematic Suite with the Launch of the Global X Defense Tech ETF (SHLD)

NEW YORK, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Global X ETFs, the New York-based provider of exchange-traded funds (ETFs), today announced the launch of the Global X Defense Tech ETF. SHLD is the latest add...

2 years ago - PRNewsWire