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SHLD ETF · Global X Defense Tech ETF
The SHLD Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) is provided by Global X. It is built to track an index: Global X Defense Tech Index. The SHLD ETF provides physical exposure, so by buying it you actually own parts of all the 47 underlying holdings. This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
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Last price
$75.61
1M perf.
+6.87%
1M flows
+€496M
AuM
€7.03B
E/R
0.5%
Rating
Not rated
ESG Consensus®
SHLD
$75.61
Performance & flows
December 12, 2025 → March 12, 2026
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SHLD
$76.04
+17.82%
Historic performance and flows
| 1M | 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | MTD | QTD | YTD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +6.87% | +17.82% | +66.43% | N/A | N/A | +1.84% | +17.20% | +17.20% | |
| Flows |
Key fund info
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Main characteristics
Issuer
CUSIP
37960A529
ISIN
US37960A5294
AuM
€7.03B
E/R
0.5%
Replication rating
Not rated
ESG Consensus®
More details
NAV
3/12/2026
$76.04
1D NAV change
+0.52%
Dividend policy
Replication method
Direct (Physical)
Replication model
Full replication
No. of holdings
47
Inception date
9/11/2023
Jurisdiction
United States
Distribution
United States
Legal structure
Open-end Investment Company
Base currency
USD
Dividend distribution
Trailing 12-month distr. yield
Distribution frequency
Last distribution
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Classification
Investment strategy
The Global X Defense Tech ETF ("Fund") seeks to provide investment results that correspond generally to the price and yield performance, before fees and expenses, of the Global X Defense Tech Index ("Underlying Index").
Tax optimisation
PEA
France
UK Reporting Status
United Kingdom
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Risk profile
Historical risk/return profile
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Returns | +17.82% | +66.43% | N/A | N/A |
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Synthetic Risk and Reward Indicator (SRRI)
UCITS
N/A
PRIIPS
N/A
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Countries
USA
59.20%
Germany
8.15%
Republic of Korea
7.21%
United Kingdom
6.52%
France
5.33%
Sweden
4.32%
Italy
4.06%
Israel
3.27%
Unavailable
0.56%
Other
1.38%
Sectors
Industrials
84.79%
Information Technology
7.37%
Unavailable
7.83%
Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 47
Top 15 holdings
Data as of January 31, 2026
LOCKHEED MARTIN
RAYTHEON TECHNOLOGIES CORPORD
RHEINMETALL
GENERAL DYNAMICS
PALANTIR TECHNOLOGIES
L3 HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES
NORTHROP GRUMMAN
HANWHA AEROSPACE
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BAE SYSTEMS
THALES
LEONARDO SPA
LEIDOS HOLDINGS INC
ELBIT SYSTEMS
BWX TECHNOLOGIES INC
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Integrates ESG criteria
No
SDG
ESG Consensus® by Conser
Data as of December 31, 2025
MethodologyOur partner Conser gathers the industry's consensus on the business practices of the underlying holdings. We have computed the following metrics about SHLD ETF's sustainability, based on their methodology.
ESG Consensus®
ESG Consensus® is based on the Final Sustainability Grade, which itself consists of 10 grades. Our partner Conser calculates the exact grade, based on market intelligence, using their proprietary ESG Consensus® methodology.
SHLD’s has a Final Sustainability Grade of either C+, C, C-, or D.
A+
A
A-
B+
B
B-
C+
C
C-
D
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16.04% of holdings have positive scoring
84.51% of holdings have negative scoring
13.97%
40.78%
40.51%
Consensus levels
Strong
Medium
Weak
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Trackinsight replication rating:
Not rated
Replication quality
Calculated over 12m, as of February 27, 2026
Tracking error
Tracking difference
Replication information
Index
Global X Defense Tech NTR Index - USD
Index ticker
GXSHLDN Index
Index dividend policy
NTR
Replication method
Replication model
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Global X
Global X ID Card
Number of funds
482
Total AuM
€136.19B
Expense ratio range
0.02% - 2.06%
Average expense ratio
0.5815%
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SHLD | Global X Defense Tech ETF | €7.03B |
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Frequently asked questions about SHLD
What does Global X Defense Tech ETF, SHLD, invest in?
SHLD is a Passive ETF. This ETF provides exposure to Aerospace & Defense Equities.
Which benchmark or index does SHLD replicate?
SHLD tracks the Global X Defense Tech NTR Index - USD, through a full replication replication method.
What is the Total Expense ratio (TER) of SHLD?
SHLD carries a total expense ratio (TER) of 0.5%, indicating the annual cost for holding the fund.
When was SHLD launched?
SHLD was introduced to the market on September 11, 2023. It trades on United States
Who is the ETF issuer of SHLD?
Global X Defense Tech ETF, SHLD, is provided by Global X. Learn more about Global X here.
What is the current assets under management (AUM) of SHLD?
SHLD oversees €7.03B in assets as of March 12, 2026.
How has SHLD performed lately?
Based on data from March 12, 2026, SHLD returned 6.87% over the past month, 17.82% over the last three months and 17.20% year-to-date.
What are the latest inflows or outflows for SHLD?
As of March 12, 2026, SHLD recorded net flows of +€497M over the last month and +€1.76B year-to-date.
Does SHLD distribute dividends?
SHLD follows a distributing dividend policy, meaning it pays out income to investors. As of March 12, 2026, its 12-month trailing yield was 0.35%.
What are the main country or region exposures of SHLD?
As of January 31, 2026, SHLD has significant geographic allocations in USA, Germany and Republic of Korea.
In which sector or theme does SHLD invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, SHLD focuses largely on Industrials and Information Technology.
How many securities does SHLD hold and how diversified is it?
As of January 31, 2026, SHLD holds 47 positions in its portfolio, with 76.68% of assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the main positions in SHLD?
As of January 31, 2026, SHLD top three holdings include LOCKHEED MARTIN, RAYTHEON TECHNOLOGIES CORPORD and RHEINMETALL.
What is the base currency of SHLD?
The base currency of SHLD is USD.
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