VanEck Global Defence ETF
VanEck · Since 2024
Annual fee
0.65%
$65/yr per $10,000
Fund size
$289.22M
AUD
Dividend yield
0.08%
Quarterly · approx. as at Q2 2026
Holdings
40
companies
Next estimated distribution: ~June 2026 (estimated, not guaranteed; confirm with the fund manager). Distribution calendar →
VanEck Global Defence ETF provides exposure to companies involved in defence and aerospace sectors globally. The fund tracks companies engaged in defence equipment, military technology, and related aerospace activities across developed markets. With a MER of 0.65% per year, it offers thematic investment in the defence industry. General information only, not financial advice.
Based on publicly available fund data. General information only, not a recommendation to buy or sell.
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| Company | Weight |
|---|---|
| RTX Corporation | 8.2% |
| Palantir Technologies Inc. | 8.2% |
| Thales Sa | 7.3% |
| Leonardo Spa | 6.8% |
| Elbit Systems Limited | 6.3% |
| Curtiss-Wright Corporation | 6.0% |
| Hanwha Aerospace Co., Ltd. | 5.5% |
| Saab Ab | 5.2% |
| Singapore Technologies Engineering Limited | 3.5% |
| Leidos Holdings Inc. | 3.5% |
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| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Industrials | 87.1% |
| Information Technology | 12.8% |
Approximate breakdown based on fund category. General information only.
| Country | Weight |
|---|---|
| United States | 55% |
| Other | 45% |
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VanEck Global Defence ETF provides exposure to companies involved in defence and aerospace sectors globally. General information only, not financial advice.
DFND's annual management fee is 0.65% per year ($65 per $10,000 invested). General information only, not financial advice.
DFND pays distributions quarterly. Distributions are not guaranteed and will vary. General information only, not financial advice.