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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.
Wall Street kicks off May on a strong note due to strong jobs data and trade optimism. Tech leads the charge.
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.
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.
XAR is an ETF holding 35 stocks, tracking the performance of the S&P® Aerospace & Defense Select Industry® Index, with an expense ratio of 0.35%. Since January, the ETF's price has declined by nearly 10%, leading to a mean reversion of the P/E ratio. State Street's 3-5 year EPS growth estimate remains at 11%. The forward P/E is at 25, in line with the 10-year average, making XAR's price, in my view, fair value.
Look at defense ETFs as the Trump administration looks to cut U.S. military spending.
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.
2024 was a good year for defense stocks. From Jan. 1 through Dec. 30, 2024, the S&P Aerospace & Defense ETF (XAR 0.52%) scored an impressive 30% gain, outperforming even the broader S&P 500 and its impressive 26.5% performance.
Launched on 09/28/2011, the SPDR S&P Aerospace & Defense ETF (XAR) is a smart beta exchange traded fund offering broad exposure to the Industrials ETFs category of the market.
Buy Rating for SPDR S&P Aerospace & Defense ETF: It is poised for strong returns in 2025 due to robust industry growth and strategic mid-cap holdings. Industry Outlook: The aerospace & defense industry is set for double-digit growth in 2025, driven by rising global passenger volumes and increased defense budgets. XAR's Strengths: Its diversified portfolio of fast-growing mid- and small-caps, along with its low expense ratio and strong liquidity, makes it a compelling investment.