VanEck Global Defence ETF
VanEck · Since 2024
Annual fee
0.65%
$65/year per $10,000
Fund size
$289M
AUD
Dividend yield
0.08%
Quarterly · approx. as at Q2 2026
Holdings
40
companies
Dividend yield is a trailing distribution figure. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future returns.
Next estimated distribution: ~September 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% p.a., it offers thematic investment in the defence industry. General information only, not financial advice.
Based on publicly available fund data. 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 | 88.3% |
| Information Technology | 11.7% |
| Country | Weight |
|---|---|
| United States | 48.9% |
| South Korea | 9.6% |
| France | 9.1% |
| Israel | 7.2% |
| Italy | 6.4% |
| Sweden | 5.4% |
| Other / cash | 13.4% |
Historical returns
Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future returns.
Data as at Q2 2026. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future returns. Figures are approximate total returns in AUD including distributions. Source: fund manager fact sheets.
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VanEck Global Defence ETF provides exposure to companies involved in defence and aerospace sectors globally.
DFND's annual management fee is 0.65% p.a. ($65 per $10,000 invested).
DFND pays distributions quarterly. Distributions are not guaranteed and will vary.