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Global X Defence Tech UCITS ETF: Leading 2025 with Strong Returns and Strategic Focus
What is the central argument of “Global X Defence Tech UCITS ETF”, and why does it matter for European defence and dual-use markets?
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Original DFM publication · DFM Analysis report · 2025-05-06
The Global X Defence Tech UCITS ETF (ticker: ARMR) has emerged as one of the best-performing defence-sector ETFs in early 2025, delivering a year-to-date return exceeding 33.65%, and a total return since launch of +52.21% as of May 6.
This performance places it well ahead of broader equity indices and the majority of competing defence-focused funds, underscoring investors’ growing appetite for technology-oriented military exposure. Launched in September 2024 and domiciled in Ireland, ARMR tracks the Mirae Asset Defence Tech Index, which comprises global equities involved in advanced defence and dual-use technologies.
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