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XAR ETF · State Street SPDR S&P Aerospace & Defense ETF
The SPDR S&P Aerospace & Defense ETF (USD) is an exchange-traded fund that provides investment exposure to the aerospace and defense sector. This ETF, categorized under Sector Equity as per the Global Industry Classification Standard (GICS), enables individuals to access companies involved in the manufacturing, assembly, and distribution of aviation and defense equipment. The ETF's underlying index is the S&P Aerospace & Defense Select Industry Index. The constituents of this index include firms drawn from the S&P Total Market Index that are part of the aerospace or defense industry. Sub-industries represented within the fund's portfolio cover a wide spectrum including Aerospace & Defense, Industrial Conglomerates, IT Consulting & Other Services, and Application Software among others. One of its distinguishing features is its modified equal-weighted methodology for choosing holdings within the index. This ensures broad exposure across all company sizes, not just disproportionately towards large-cap firms. As with any investment product, investing in SPDR S&P Aerospace & Defense ETF entails certain risks, and investors are advised to consider these factors before taking any action. It is critical that individual investors thoroughly research this fund using reliable sources of financial information, and evaluate its alignment with their personal investment objectives, risk tolerance, investment horizon, and overall portfolio composition. In conclusion, SPDR S&P Aerospace & Defense ETF offers potentially advantageous exposure for those interested in having a stake in the aerospace and defense sectors. Yet each investor must conduct careful due diligence before undertaking this or any investment decision.
Performance & flows
Historic performance and flows
| 1M | 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | MTD | QTD | YTD | ||
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| Perf. | -1.95% | -8.36% | +53.34% | +125.22% | +105.40% | +0.86% | +0.86% | +6.40% | |
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Risk profile
Historical risk/return profile
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Returns | -8.36% | +53.34% | +125.22% | +105.40% |
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Exposure
Sustainability
ESG Consensus® by Conser
Our partner Conser gathers the industry's consensus on the business practices of the underlying holdings. We have computed the following metrics about XAR ETF's sustainability, based on their methodology.
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.
XAR’s has a Final Sustainability Grade of either C+, C, C-, or D.
Replication
Issuer
| AuM | ||
|---|---|---|
SPY | State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust | €624.18B |
GLD | State Street SPDR Gold Shares ETF | €137.11B |
SPYM | State Street SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 ETF | €116.41B |
XLK | State Street Technology Select Sector SPDR ETF | €89.31B |
XLF | State Street Financial Select Sector SPDR ETF | €43.66B |
Frequently asked questions about XAR
What does State Street SPDR S&P Aerospace & Defense ETF, XAR, invest in?
XAR is a Passive ETF. This ETF provides exposure to Equally Weighted US Aerospace & Defense Equities.
Which benchmark or index does XAR replicate?
XAR tracks the S&P Aerospace & Defense Select Industry Total Return Index - USD, through a optimized sampling replication method.
What is the Total Expense ratio (TER) of XAR?
XAR carries a total expense ratio (TER) of 0.35%, indicating the annual cost for holding the fund.
When was XAR launched?
XAR was introduced to the market on September 28, 2011. It trades on United States
Who is the ETF issuer of XAR?
State Street SPDR S&P Aerospace & Defense ETF, XAR, is provided by State Street Investment Management. Learn more about State Street Investment Management here.
What is the current assets under management (AUM) of XAR?
XAR oversees €5.02B in assets as of April 24, 2026.
How has XAR performed lately?
Based on data from April 24, 2026, XAR returned -1.95% over the past month, -8.36% over the last three months and 6.40% year-to-date.
What are the latest inflows or outflows for XAR?
As of April 24, 2026, XAR recorded net flows of +€31M over the last month and +€830M year-to-date.
Does XAR distribute dividends?
XAR follows a distributing dividend policy, meaning it pays out income to investors. As of April 24, 2026, its 12-month trailing yield was 0.34%.
What are the main country or region exposures of XAR?
As of March 31, 2026, XAR has significant geographic allocations in USA and Cayman Islands.
In which sector or theme does XAR invest in?
As of March 31, 2026, XAR focuses largely on Industrials and Materials.
How many securities does XAR hold and how diversified is it?
As of March 31, 2026, XAR holds 41 positions in its portfolio, with 47.20% of assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the main positions in XAR?
As of March 31, 2026, XAR top three holdings include BWX TECHNOLOGIES INC, CURTISS WRIGHT and GENERAL DYNAMICS.
What is the base currency of XAR?
The base currency of XAR is USD.
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