KDEF (AE)

Compare

KDEF AE

Thematic - Defense

Compare

About this fund

KDEF (AE) (KDEF) is a Thematic - Defense ETF.

AUM: —
Expense Ratio: —
Yield (12-mo): —
Morningstar Rating
Benchmark: —
52-Week Range: —
Avg Daily Vol: —
Inception: —

Classification

News & analysis on KDEF

ETF Trends

How a $1.5 Trillion U.S. Defense Budget Is Driving Global ETF Demand

The Pentagon's proposed $1.5 trillion defense budget is fueling a surge in defense ETF demand, with nearly $10 billion flowing into the sector in 2026. South Korea's KDEF emerges as a key winner as global re-armament accelerates across NATO and Pacific defense priorities.

April 23, 2026