General Electric

Raytheon Technologies

Lockheed Martin

Axon Enterprise

Howmet Aerospace

Boeing

L3Harris

Northrop Grumman

TransDigm

General Dynamics

iShares U.S. Aerospace & Defense ETF

ITA tracks a market-cap-weighted index of US manufacturers, assemblers and distributors of airplane and defense equipment.

Invesco Aerospace & Defense ETF

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My portfolio initially surged post-election but has since faced pressure due to market uncertainty surrounding Trump's controversial appointments and their economic impact. Key affected sectors include healthcare, defense, and consumer staples, with significant declines in stocks like Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman. I focus on the defense sector's sell-off, explaining the risk/reward outlook and emphasizing my investments in innovative defense companies like RTX and GE Aerospace.

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KBE, XLE, ITA, CRPT and RSHO are included in this Analyst Blog.

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Shares of Lockheed, Northrop, and other defense contractors are having a lousy day. The precise reason is hard to say.

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Let's delve into the sectors that may benefit from the Trump administration and the ETFs worth betting on.

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Launched on 05/01/2006, the iShares U.S. Aerospace & Defense ETF (ITA) is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to provide a broad exposure to the Industrials - Aerospace & Defense segment of the equity market.

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Roundhill Magnificent Seven ETF

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Health Care Select Sector SPDR Fund

Total S&P 500 earnings are expected to be up 3.7% from the year-ago period on 5.1% higher revenues. Of the 16 Zacks sectors, nine are expected to post earnings growth.

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First Trust Indxx Aerospace & Defense ETF

Global X Defense Tech ETF

Aerospace and defense ETFs have surged in the past year — and are up so far this week even as the U.S. stock market has broadly stumbled.

Aerospace and defense ETFs beat S&P 500 as Middle East fears intensify

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After Iran attacked Israel on Tuesday, increasing exposure to defense, energy and gold funds becomes appealing, which tends to gain from escalating tensions in the Middle East.

ETFs to Consider as Middle-East Conflicts Escalate

Aerospace & Defense exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have hit 52-week highs lately.

Aerospace & Defense ETFs at 52-Week High: Here's Why

The iShares U.S. Aerospace & Defense ETF offers exposure to US aerospace and defense companies, with a focus on large-cap stocks and growth investments. The ITA ETF benefits from global military spending trends, particularly NATO's increased defense budgets, despite US fiscal constraints and budgetary pressures. Valuations for ITA are stretched due to recent gains, making it less attractive compared to peers like XAR and PPA with lower Boeing exposure.

ITA's Valuation Is Elevated As Its Secular Growth Trend Has Been Priced In

Like many analysts and investors, I'm always searching for the next big idea—whether it's a new company that creates a path to a whole new industry, an innovative ETF, or a new megatrend. I'm still an advocate of crypto, artificial intelligence, and other disruptive technologies, but sometimes good investment ideas aren't always obscure.

On the Radar With Aerospace and Defense ETFs

Fidelity MSCI Consumer Staples ETF

Tema Obesity & Cardiometabolic ETF

iShares U.S. Pharmaceuticals ETF

iShares U.S. Healthcare ETF

iShares U.S. Consumer Goods ETF

Roundhill GLP-1 & Weight Loss ETF

Invesco Dynamic Pharmaceuticals ETF

VanEck Vectors Pharmaceutical ETF

Amplify Weight Loss Drug & Treatment ETF

Vanguard Consumer Staples ETF

Vanguard Utilities ETF

Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR Fund

Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund

When markets correct, it is a good time to revisit which equity market sectors are “defensive” themes. Certain products and services are nondiscretionary in nature that we cannot live without.

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JPMorgan Sustainable Infrastructure ETF

iShares US Infrastructure ETF

iShares US Manufacturing ETF

Aztlan North America Nearshoring Stock Selection ETF

Global X U.S. Infrastructure Development ETF

Engine No 1 Transform Supply Chain ETF

It's been a rocky August so far for U.S. investors. They have been yet again reminded markets don't only move in one direction.

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Look at Aerospace & Defense ETFs, as companies report second-quarter 2024 earnings.

Aerospace & Defense ETFs to Track Amid Q2 Earnings

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Global military expenditure increased by 6.8% y/y in 2023, driving growth in the defense sector. NATO members pledged to increase defense spending, benefiting U.S. defense contractors. iShares U.S. Aerospace & Defense ETF offers exposure to defense sector companies, with a neutral recommendation due to fund composition.

ITA: NATO's Boost In Military Spending Benefits USA's Arms Exports

Invesco Dynamic Building & Construction ETF

Industrial Select Sector SPDR Fund

Wall Street is in great shape this year. While the S&P 500 is hitting highs continuously, some investors may be a bit clueless about finding sectors that are currently hot.

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Defense budgets are not increasing as much as one would think. ITA Aerospace ETF underperformed compared to other aerospace ETFs and the S&P 500 due to heavy weighting on three underperforming stocks. Despite challenges, there is still value in the aerospace and defense industry, but investors may be better off hand-picking stocks for diversification.

ITA ETF: Not The Best Bet For Diversified Value

The Industrials sector has underperformed the S&P 500 since April as AI stocks have been cast back into the spotlight. But the Aerospace & Defense industry is holding up well, while the valuation of ITA ETF is lofty, above 22x earnings. Near all-time highs, ITA sports a concentrated allocation and positive long-term price action, but unimpressive seasonality.

ITA: Outperforming Industrials, But A Questionable Valuation Amid Solid Technicals

Vanguard Materials ETF

SPDR S&P Homebuilders ETF

Investors could be well served by ETFs from sectors that house the top-ranked industries amid the uncertainty about the timing of Fed rate cuts.

5 Top-Ranked Sector ETFs to Buy in June

Escalating geopolitical tensions have put the aerospace and defense (“A&D”) industry at a pivotal juncture. With global security concerns at the forefront of national agendas, governments have increased spending on advanced weaponry, sophisticated surveillance systems and cutting-edge military technologies.

Sky-High Stakes: 3 Aerospace & Defense Stocks Soaring Above the Fray

Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund

Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund

SPDR S&P Retail ETF

The first-quarter earnings reporting cycle is nearing an end. About 88% of the S&P 500 companies have reported so far in Q1 with 5% growth in earnings and 4.2% growth in revenues.

5 Sector ETFs to Bet on Q1 Revenue Growth

iShares Nasdaq Biotechnology ETF

Invesco Solar ETF

Global X Autonomous & Electric Vehicles ETF

Global X Internet of Things ETF

Wall Street was in great shape on Monday, with the S&P 500 experiencing its largest three-day rally of the year.

S&P 500's Best 3-Day Run in 2024: ETF Areas That Won

With escalating geopolitical tensions and an estimated surge in global military spending, look into Aerospace and Defence ETFs as they report Q1 earnings.

Aerospace & Defense ETFs to Watch Amid Q1 Earnings

Breakwave Dry Bulk Shipping ETF

United States Brent Oil Fund LP

iShares 7-10 Year Treasury Bond ETF

iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF

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Iran launched a barrage of explosive drones and missiles on Israel late on Saturday in its first direct attack on Israeli soil, prompting concerns of a significant escalation.

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