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 0.63% ($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 $4.37B.

SHLD fund composition

SHLD holds 50 positions, with 64.4% of assets in its ten largest. It charges an expense ratio of 0.50%, and manages $7.12B.

Top 10 holdings

HoldingWeight
RTXRTX CORPORATION9.97%
GDGENERAL DYNAMICS CORP9.16%
LMTLOCKHEED MARTIN CORP8.95%
NOCNORTHROP GRUMMAN CORP8.01%
PLTRPALANTIR TECHNOLOGIES INC-A7.37%
BA.LBAE SYSTEMS PLC4.85%
RHM.DERHEINMETALL AG4.25%
LHXL3HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES INC4.09%
LDO.MILEONARDO SPA3.86%
HO.PATHALES SA3.85%

Sector allocation

Industrials88.4%Technology11.6%

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 0.63%, 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.