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XDEF ETF · Xtrackers Europe Defense Technologies ETF
The XDEF Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) is provided by Xtrackers by DWS. It is built to track an index: STOXX Europe Total Market Defence Space and Cybersecurity Innovation Index. The XDEF ETF provides physical exposure, so by buying it you actually own parts of all the 30 underlying holdings. This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
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Last price
$20.90
1M perf.
-4.36%
1M flows
N/A
AuM
€3.6M
TER
0.35%
Rating
Not rated
XDEF
$20.90
Performance & flows
March 30, 2026 → June 30, 2026
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XDEF
$20.77
-0.41%
Historic performance and flows
| 1M | 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | MTD | QTD | YTD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -4.36% | -0.41% | N/A | N/A | N/A | -8.61% | -3.06% | -15.14% | |
| Flows |
Key fund info
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Main characteristics
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NAV
6/30/2026
$20.77
1D NAV change
+1.81%
Dividend policy
Replication method
Direct (Physical)
Replication model
Full replication
No. of holdings
30
Inception date
2/19/2026
Jurisdiction
United States
Distribution
United States
Legal structure
Open-end Management Investment Company
Base currency
USD
Dividend distribution
Trailing 12-month distr. yield
Distribution frequency
Last distribution
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Classification
Product type
Asset class
Factors
N/A
Investment strategy
The fund seeks investment results that correspond generally to the performance, before fees and expenses, of the STOXX Europe Total Market Defence, Space and Cybersecurity Innovation 50-25 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 | -0.41% | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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Synthetic Risk and Reward Indicator (SRRI)
UCITS
N/A
PRIIPS
N/A
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Exposure
Countries
United Kingdom
30.47%
Germany
17.90%
France
17.45%
Netherlands
8.64%
Norway
5.14%
Italy
4.99%
Denmark
4.71%
Sweden
4.38%
Unavailable
0.76%
Other
5.55%
Sectors
Industrials
88.91%
Technology
4.40%
Telecommunications
3.68%
Business Services
2.25%
Unavailable
0.76%
Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 30
Top 15 holdings
Data as of May 31, 2026
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Sustainability
Integrates ESG criteria
No
SDG
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Replication
Trackinsight replication rating:
Not rated
1-year trailing difference
As of June 30, 2026
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XDEF
N/A
Replication quality
Calculated over 12m, as of June 30, 2026
Tracking error
Tracking difference
1-year cumulative return difference
Best
Worst
Daily return difference
Average
Worst
Replication information
Index
Index ticker
Index dividend policy
Replication method
Replication model
Issuer
Xtrackers by DWS
Xtrackers by DWS ID Card
Number of funds
504
Total AuM
€362.22B
Expense ratio range
0.03% - 0.95%
Average expense ratio
0.2421%
Top 5 funds by Xtrackers by DWS
| AuM | ||
|---|---|---|
XEON | Xtrackers II EUR Overnight Rate Swap UCITS ETF | €21.25B |
XDWD | Xtrackers MSCI World UCITS ETF | €19.64B |
XMME | Xtrackers MSCI Emerging Markets UCITS ETF | €11.77B |
XD9U | Xtrackers MSCI USA UCITS ETF | €11.24B |
XDEW | Xtrackers S&P 500 Equal Weight UCITS ETF | €10.21B |
Frequently asked questions about XDEF
What does Xtrackers Europe Defense Technologies ETF, XDEF, invest in?
XDEF is a Passive ETF. This ETF provides exposure to European Aerospace & Defense Equities.
Which benchmark or index does XDEF replicate?
XDEF tracks the STOXX Europe Total Market Defence Space and Cybersecurity Innovation 50-25 Index - USD, through a full replication replication method.
What is the Total Expense ratio (TER) of XDEF?
XDEF carries a total expense ratio (TER) of 0.35%, indicating the annual cost for holding the fund.
When was XDEF launched?
XDEF was introduced to the market on February 19, 2026. It trades on United States
Who is the ETF issuer of XDEF?
Xtrackers Europe Defense Technologies ETF, XDEF, is provided by Xtrackers by DWS. Learn more about Xtrackers by DWS here.
What is the current assets under management (AUM) of XDEF?
XDEF oversees €3.6M in assets as of June 30, 2026.
How has XDEF performed lately?
Based on data from June 30, 2026, XDEF returned -4.36% over the past month and -0.41% over the last three months.
Does XDEF distribute dividends?
XDEF follows a distributing dividend policy, meaning it pays out income to investors.
What are the main country or region exposures of XDEF?
As of May 31, 2026, XDEF has significant geographic allocations in United Kingdom, Germany and France.
In which sector or theme does XDEF invest in?
As of May 31, 2026, XDEF focuses largely on Industrials, Technology and Telecommunications.
How many securities does XDEF hold and how diversified is it?
As of May 31, 2026, XDEF holds 30 positions in its portfolio, with 80.07% of assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the main positions in XDEF?
As of May 31, 2026, XDEF top three holdings include Airbus SE, Rolls-Royce Holdings Plc and Safran SA.
What is the base currency of XDEF?
The base currency of XDEF is USD.
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