Defense ETFs Surge Amid Wartime Buildups

Defense ETFs Surge Amid Wartime Buildups

War, what is it good for? Well, for one thing, these exchange-traded funds. Defense ETFs are surging this year, boosted by ongoing conflicts in Europe and the Middle East. Many are outperforming the broader market, with some pulling in more than $1 billion in inflows. Sector-specific ETFs are tricky beasts, though. Lacking broad exposure, they can often depend on market timing — a big no-no for advisors. But hey, a broken clock is still right tw…

Biggest Canadian Defense Contractors and ETFs in 2025

Governments and militaries around the world are beefing up their defense budgets as geopolitical and trade tensions mount. Unsurprisingly, aerospace and defense stocks are looking more attractive to investors. The aerospace and defense industry comprises covers a large array of products, including aircraft, autonomous vehicles, marine vessels, satellites, electronic systems, software, missiles, drones and tanks.Global defense spending increased …