SPDR S&P Aerospace & Defense ETF
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Funds holding %
of 7,296 funds
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Analysts bullish %
Fund manager confidence
Based on 2025 Q1 regulatory disclosures by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)
697% more call options, than puts
Call options by funds: $4.87M | Put options by funds: $611K
43% more repeat investments, than reductions
Existing positions increased: 129 | Existing positions reduced: 90
33% more funds holding in top 10
Funds holding in top 10: 3 [Q4 2024] → 4 (+1) [Q1 2025]
15% more first-time investments, than exits
New positions opened: 39 | Existing positions closed: 34
1.28% more ownership
Funds ownership: 43.65% [Q4 2024] → 44.93% (+1.28%) [Q1 2025]
0% less capital invested
Capital invested by funds: $1.15B [Q4 2024] → $1.15B (-$2.62M) [Q1 2025]
2% less funds holding
Funds holding: 364 [Q4 2024] → 358 (-6) [Q1 2025]
Research analyst outlook
We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for XAR.
Financial journalist opinion
Based on 3 articles about XAR published over the past 30 days
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
4 days ago
Should You Invest in the SPDR S&P Aerospace & Defense ETF (XAR)?
If you're interested in broad exposure to the Industrials - Aerospace & Defense segment of the equity market, look no further than the SPDR S&P Aerospace & Defense ETF (XAR), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on 09/28/2011.
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 week ago
Guide to Aerospace & Defense ETFs
Defense spending hit a record $2.72T in 2024, boosting aerospace sector earnings as global tensions drive military budgets higher. ETFs like ITA, PPA and XAR are likely to gain.
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
4 weeks ago
Aerospace and Defence ETFs to Soar Amid Saudi Boost
Look at Aerospace and Defence ETFs as the U.S. and Saudi Arabia enter into a $142 billion defense sales deal, the largest defense sales agreement in U.S. history.
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
1 month ago
Is SPDR S&P Aerospace & Defense ETF (XAR) a Strong ETF Right Now?
A smart beta exchange traded fund, the SPDR S&P Aerospace & Defense ETF (XAR) debuted on 09/28/2011, and offers broad exposure to the Industrials ETFs category of the market.
Negative
Zacks Investment Research
1 month ago
Aerospace & Defense ETFs at a One-Year High: Here's Why
Aerospace and defense ETFs have hit a 52-week high due to escalating geopolitical tensions. These ETFs outperformed the S&P 500 this year.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
1 month ago
XAR: Often The Best Offense Is A Great Defense (And Aerospace) ETF
The SPDR S&P Aerospace & Defense ETF has outperformed the S&P 500 by nearly 20% since July 2023, with a +47.9% return. The defense & aerospace sector is evolving, with private companies and drone warfare driving innovation and competition for government & private contracts. XAR's diversified portfolio, including top holdings like AeroVironment, Axon Enterprise, and Boeing, offers strong growth potential and capital appreciation.
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 month ago
5 Top-Ranked ETFs That Have Outperformed S&P 500 Since April Low
We have highlighted five ETFs from different corners of the stock market that have gained more than the S&P 500 over the past month.
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 month ago
Forget 'Sell in May': 5 Factors Why Wall Street ETFs Could Rally Ahead
Wall Street kicks off May on a strong note due to strong jobs data and trade optimism. Tech leads the charge.
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
2 months ago
Should You Invest in the SPDR S&P Aerospace & Defense ETF (XAR)?
The SPDR S&P Aerospace & Defense ETF (XAR) was launched on 09/28/2011, and is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to offer broad exposure to the Industrials - Aerospace & Defense segment of the equity market.
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
3 months ago
Is SPDR S&P Aerospace & Defense ETF (XAR) a Strong ETF Right Now?
The SPDR S&P Aerospace & Defense ETF (XAR) made its debut on 09/28/2011, and is a smart beta exchange traded fund that provides broad exposure to the Industrials ETFs category of the market.
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