VanEck Defense UCITS ETF
UCTDFNS
Tracks: MarketVector™ Global Defense Industry Index (MVDEFTR)
AUM
USD 7.22B
large
TER
0.55%
Currency
USD
Replication
Physical
Inception
2023-03-31
Dividend
Accumulating
Domicile
Ireland
Asset Class
—
Thematic
Classification
Asset ClassEquity
Management StylePassive (Index)
DistributionAccumulating
AUM TierLarge ($1–10B)
Geographic FocusGlobal
IndexMarketVector™ Global Defense Industry Index (MVDEFTR)
Currency TreatmentUnhedged
ReplicationPhysical — Full Replication
Legal StructureUCITS
UCITS EligibleYes
VanEck Defense ETF enables investors to participate in the worldwide defense sector, encompassing key players in defense technology and significant cybersecurity firms. This ETF offers a well-rounded approach to the market and serves as a clear and accessible investment choice.
as of 2026-08-08
Annual Returns
| Year | Annual |
|---|---|
| 2025 | +68.81% |
| 2024 | +43.54% |