Global X - Defense Tech ETF (SHLD) Dividend Yield, History & Forecast

Global X - Defense Tech ETF (SHLD) is an exchange-traded fund (ETF) listed on the New York Stock Exchange Arca. It pays a current dividend yield of 0.68% ($0.42 per share annually (TTM)). The most recent ex-dividend date was June 29, 2026, with payment scheduled for July 7, 2026. market capitalization is approximately $4.27B. Review SHLD dividend history on this scorecard, compare peers in the Compare Dividend Returns tool, or project income with the dividend calculator.

SHLD fund composition

SHLD holds 50 positions, with 64.3% of assets in its ten largest. It charges an expense ratio of 0.50%, and manages $6.96B.

Top 10 holdings

HoldingWeight
PLTRPALANTIR TECHNOLOGIES INC-A10.19%
RTXRTX CORPORATION9.34%
GDGENERAL DYNAMICS CORP8.73%
LMTLOCKHEED MARTIN CORP8.20%
NOCNORTHROP GRUMMAN CORP7.76%
BA.LBAE SYSTEMS PLC4.64%
RHM.DERHEINMETALL AG4.11%
LHXL3HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES INC3.87%
HO.PATHALES SA3.75%
012450.KSHANWHA AEROSPACE CO LTD3.68%

Sector allocation

Industrials84.8%Technology15.2%

Frequently Asked Questions about Global X - Defense Tech ETF (SHLD)

What is Global X - Defense Tech ETF's dividend yield?
Global X - Defense Tech ETF (SHLD) pays a current trailing twelve-month dividend yield of 0.68%, which works out to $0.42 per share annually based on the most recent payout schedule.
When does Global X - Defense Tech ETF pay distributions?
The most recent ex-dividend date was June 29, 2026. The next scheduled dividend payment date is July 7, 2026.
How many years has Global X - Defense Tech ETF increased its dividend?
Global X - Defense Tech ETF (SHLD) has increased its dividend for 2 consecutive years.
What does Global X - Defense Tech ETF invest in?
The Global X Defense Tech ETF, identified by its ticker SHLD, aims to replicate the overall financial performance of the Global X Defense Tech Index. This means it strives to mirror both the capital appreciation and income generation of the underlying index, prior to the deduction of its own operational fees and expenses.