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최근 사우스웨스트 항공(NYSE:LUV)의 비행기가 올랜도의 활주로에서 이륙 직전까지 갔던 사건을 포함하여 미국 공항에서 일련의 심각한 사고가 발생한 후, 항공사들은 이제 기내 Wi-Fi 이후 가장 귀중한 업그레이드가 될 수 있는 것에 집중하고 있다: 조종사가 재난에 빠지기 전에 경고음을 내는 조종실 경보 시스템이다.

활주로 준비 완료: 항공 안전 기술이 항공우주 ETF의 차세대 선두주자가 될 수 있을까?

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블랙록은 최신 보고서에서 가속화되는 지정학적 분열과 전 세계적인 국가 안보 강조를 배경으로 방위 산업 분야를 주요 투자 기회로 강조했다.무슨 일 있었나: 금융 대기업 블랙록은 특정 지역과 기술에 대한 집중도를 높이고 있으며, 특히 미국에 강한 선호도를 보이고 있다. 블랙록에 따르면, 미국은 SIPRI 데이터가 보여주는 대로 &#34;유럽보다 두 배 이상 많은 국방 예산을 지출&#34;하는 등 국방 지출 규모에서 두드러진다.

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세계 지도자들이 캐나다에서 G7 정상회담을 열고 경제 협력을 논의하던 중, 도널드 트럼프 미국 대통령은 갑자기 G7 방문을 단축하고 에어포스 원에 탑승해 자신이 &#34;훨씬 더 큰 문제&#34;라고 묘사한 이란의 핵 개발 영구 중단을 위해 움직였다. 이스라엘이 이란 영토 깊숙이 공격을 가하고 이란이 보복을 위협하는 가운데, 투자자들은 장기화된 지정학적 위기의 ETF 수준 영향에 대비하고 있다.

트럼프, 이스라엘-이란 전쟁 &#39;휴전 아닌 종식&#39; 원해···에너지, 방산 등 관련 ETF에 갖는 의미는?

Following a series of sobering near-miss incidents in U.S. airports, most recently when a Southwest Airlines (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUV#NYSE">LUV</a>) plane came close to departing from a taxiway in Orlando, air carriers are focusing now on what could be the most priceless upgrade since in-flight Wi-Fi: cockpit alerts that scream at pilots before they undertake something disastrous.
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At the forefront of this air safety upgrade is Honeywell (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HON#NASDAQ">HON</a>), which has created a Runway Awareness and Advisory System (RAAS) that&#8217;s now in use across almost all of Southwest&#8217;s 800-strong Boeing 737 fleet, according to WSJ. And although this upgrade is, first and foremost, about ensuring passengers and crew are safe, it also represents a possible investment opportunity few are discussing: a boost in demand for avionics and safety technology, and the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">ETFs that contain them</a>.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Wake-Up Call In The Cockpit</h2>
Honeywell&#8217;s system provides real-time voice and text alerts when pilots make hazardous maneuvers, such as turning onto an incorrect runway, landing too rapidly, or trying to take off from a taxiway. 
It&#8217;s not only Southwest becoming serious about safety. Other airlines such as Alaska Airlines (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALK#NYSE">ALK</a>) are bringing the system on board as well, with Airbus and Boeing (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>) allegedly working on their own in-house alert systems. With the FAA considering new proposals to mandate safety alerts on new planes, and potentially retrofits in the future, this might be only the start.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The ETF Angle: Follow The Beep</h2>
A number of large ETFs already provide exposure to aviation safety vendors such as Honeywell, and if the industry experiences an upgrade supercycle, these funds could be winners:
iShares U.S. Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITA#BATS">ITA</a>): Top holding is Honeywell, followed by Boeing and Raytheon (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>). Traces defense and aerospace production companies, including safety systems and avionics.
Up 29% YTD, ITA may experience additional tailwinds if cockpit safety standards become an international standard.
SPDR S&amp;P Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XAR#NYSE">XAR</a>): Equal-weighted, providing more widespread exposure to mid-cap stocks that might include specialty avionics providers.
Comprises participants on next-gen safety software, hardware, and even autonomous flight system development.
Global X Future Analytics Tech ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIQ#NASDAQ">AIQ</a>): Not aerospace-focused, but exposed to companies embedding AI in safety and risk-reduction systems. 
As cockpit notifications become more sophisticated with AI-based pattern recognition, funds such as AIQ might soon be cleared for takeoff.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Why Now?</h2>
Let&#8217;s link the dots:
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<li>Increasing pilot shortages translate into more dependence on safety technology.</li>
<li>Busy airports and tighter flight schedules raise the margin for error.</li>
<li>High-profile accidents (such as the Air Canada near-miss at San Francisco or the 2006 Comair crash) are spurring regulators and carriers into action.</li>
<li>Public perception: Airlines are keen to demonstrate that they&#8217;re spending money on safety amid growing concern.</li>
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In short, the cockpit alert boom is not merely a safety tale, it&#8217;s a story about tech adoption, and in the markets, that&#8217;s where the actual jet fuel resides.
For the moment, cockpit warnings might be barking alarms within aircraft, but shareholders might find themselves tuning in as well. Aviation safety technology is taking to the skies quietly, and the ETFs that have exposure to it could be up next for a smooth ride.
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Runway Ready: Can Aviation Safety Tech Be The Next Frontier For Aerospace ETFs?

Nuburu Inc. (NYSEAMERICAN: BURU) announced Friday that it is making <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/06/b46137628/nuburu-advances-defense-tech-transformation-with-strategic-acquisitions-and-50m-military-deploymen" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">steady progress</a> in its strategic pivot toward defense and security technologies, which is highlighted by its planned acquisition of Italy-based Tekne SpA. The stock rallied following the announcement.
The deal, currently under review through Italy&#8217;s Golden Power process, is progressing as expected, with indications pointing to a favorable outcome.
Executive Chairman Alessandro Zamboni called Tekne&#8217;s &#8220;Tactical Bubble&#8221; a critical component in Italy&#8217;s military modernization. 
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The real-time battlefield system enhances communication, decision-making, and situational awareness across deployed units. It features integrated defenses against threats such as drones and electromagnetic interference.
Valued at over €50 million euros (approximately $58.5 million), Tekne&#8217;s ongoing contract with the Italian Ministry of Defense includes full deployment of the Tactical Bubble platform, which was recently showcased in large-scale exercises &#8220;Stella Alpina&#8221; and &#8220;Scudo 25.&#8221;
Alongside the Tekne deal, Nuburu is also advancing the acquisition of a SaaS startup designed to bolster cyber and operational resilience in sensitive infrastructure. Both transactions remain subject to regulatory and shareholder approval, with due diligence and audits underway.
Zamboni said the progress validates Nuburu&#8217;s strategy to diversify beyond laser tech and into high-growth verticals like defense-tech and homeland security. The company is also investing in emerging technologies, including Agentic AI while exploring fintech integration through its partnership with Supply@ME Capital Plc.
Related ETFs: SPDR S&amp;P Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XAR#NYSE">XAR</a>), iShares U.S. Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITA#BATS">ITA</a>).
Price Action: BURU shares are trading higher by 16.29% at $0.40 on Friday&#8217;s last check.
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NATO's 32 member states agreed to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2035, representing a significant increase from the long-standing 2% benchmark.
The new target is the most ambitious in the alliance's 76-year-old history and a major political win for <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/donald-trump" rel="noreferrer noopener">U.S. President</a> Donald Trump, who had long criticized European allies for underfunding their militaries.
"Our investments will ensure we have the forces, capabilities, resources, infrastructure, warfighting readiness, and resilience needed to deter and defend in line with our three core tasks of deterrence and defence, crisis prevention and management, and cooperative security," the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.nato.int/cps/en/natohq/official_texts_236705.htm" rel="noreferrer noopener">press release</a> stated.
The agreement includes a 3.5% floor for core defense spending, encompassing troops, weapons, and ammunition, and allows up to 1.5% for related areas, such as infrastructure, cybersecurity, and civilian preparedness.
Members must follow credible annual progress plans, with a major review anticipated for 2029. The declaration also commits allies to expand defense industrial cooperation, eliminate trade barriers, and invest in emerging technologies such as drones and satellite systems.
In a message that Trump shared on social media and AP News <a target="_blank" href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-rutte-text-message-nato-signal-6263810ac3ca77a5bf7366499f51c772" rel="noreferrer noopener">relayed</a>, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said that Trump "will achieve something no American president in decades could get done."
Still, major issues were sidestepped. The summit delivered no new aid for Ukraine, offered no updated posture on Russia, and avoided discussing China. "All the big challenges were left off the agenda," Torrey Taussig, a former Europe director at the U.S. National Security Council, said, according <a target="_blank" href="https://www.nytimes.com/2025/06/25/world/europe/nato-increase-military-spending-trump.html" rel="noreferrer noopener">to</a> the New York Times.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Carney Leans on Critical Minerals</h2>
The 5% goal significantly widens what counts as defense spending, offering nations flexibility to invest in long-term resilience—such as transportation networks and innovation hubs—tied to national security. NATO leaders framed the move as essential to confronting growing threats and maintaining credible deterrence.
"We are investing at the scale and urgency required by the new era of strategic competition," the official summit document stated.
Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney noted that the country is ready to meet the new spending requirement, estimating that a 5% pledge would cost about CA$150 billion ($109 billion) over the next decade. Still, he pointed out that roughly one-third of that is already underway, with investments in critical mineral infrastructure that support defense resilience.
Carney clarified his country's focus on advanced technologies, such as drones, AI, satellites, and cyber warfare—not heavy platforms like carriers—and said spending would evolve as threats change. "We'll do a review in four or five years," he said <a target="_blank" href="https://financialpost.com/news/economy/carney-says-canada-can-hit-new-110-billion-nato-bill-with-mines" rel="noreferrer noopener">per</a> Financial Post, adding that defense and trade talks with Trump remain active.
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NATO's New 5% Target For Defense A Win for Trump; Carney Turns To Critical Minerals

BlackRock, in its latest note, highlighted the defense sector as a prime investment opportunity, driven by accelerating geopolitical fragmentation and a global emphasis on national security.
What Happened: The financial giant is sharpening its focus on specific regions and technologies, with a strong preference for the United States.
According to BlackRock, the U.S. stands out due to its substantial defense expenditure, which, as SIPRI data indicates, &#8220;spends more than double on defense than Europe.&#8221;
Furthermore, the U.S. is home to the most sophisticated defense and defense technology firms, serving as a key supplier for critical systems like air and missile defense for many nations.
Within the defense sector, BlackRock highlights significant prospects in defense tech. This broad category encompasses not only artificial intelligence (AI) and software companies but also essential IT services and hardware, such as semiconductors, that power advanced defense capabilities.
The firm anticipates that numerous private defense tech companies could launch initial public offerings (IPOs) in the coming years, offering public market investors new avenues into this expanding theme. Space tech is another area of interest, expected to benefit from intensifying strategic competition.
BlackRock notes that &#8220;growing geopolitical fragmentation and strategic competition in AI are reinforcing the global focus on national security and resilience – creating opportunities in defense.&#8221; This underscores a selective approach to defense investments, where technological superiority and robust national security infrastructure are becoming paramount.
Here&#8217;s a list of some defense and defense tech stocks and global exchange-traded funds that investors could consider.
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<td>Palantir Technologies Inc.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>)</td>
<td>86.09%</td>
<td>479.14%</td>
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<td>General Dynamics Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GD#NYSE">GD</a>)</td>
<td>8.16%</td>
<td>-5.43%</td>
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<td>Northrop Grumman Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOC#NYSE">NOC</a>)</td>
<td>6.76%</td>
<td>16.02%</td>
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<td>Lockheed Martin Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>)</td>
<td>-2.03%</td>
<td>0.20%</td>
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<td>Boeing Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>)</td>
<td>17.13%</td>
<td>12.40%</td>
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<td>RTX Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>)</td>
<td>25.69%</td>
<td>43.01%</td>
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<td>General Electric Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GE#NYSE">GE</a>)</td>
<td>46.99%</td>
<td>54.36%</td>
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<td>TransDigm Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TDG#NYSE">TDG</a>)</td>
<td>17.27%</td>
<td>10.74%</td>
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<td>Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HWM#NYSE">HWM</a>)</td>
<td>58.53%</td>
<td>123.36%</td>
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<td>Axon Enterprise Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXON#NASDAQ">AXON</a>)</td>
<td>31.31%</td>
<td>167.59%</td>
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<td>L3Harris Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LHX#NYSE">LHX</a>)</td>
<td>21.10%</td>
<td>11.36%</td>
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<td>iShares US Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITA#BATS">ITA</a>)</td>
<td>26.34%</td>
<td>37.32%</td>
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<td>Invesco Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PPA#NYSE">PPA</a>)</td>
<td>19.61%</td>
<td>32.01%</td>
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<td>SPDR S&amp;P Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XAR#NYSE">XAR</a>)</td>
<td>21.61%</td>
<td>41.72%</td>
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<td>Global X Defense Tech ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SHLD#NYSE">SHLD</a>)</td>
<td>56.94%</td>
<td>74.59%</td>
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<td>ARK Space Exploration &amp; Innovation ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKX#BATS">ARKX</a>)</td>
<td>15.13%</td>
<td>50.24%</td>
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<td>Direxion Daily Aerospace &amp; Defense Bull 3X Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DFEN#NYSE">DFEN</a>)</td>
<td>75.10%</td>
<td>78.38%</td>
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<td>SPDR S&amp;P Kensho Future Security ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FITE#NYSE">FITE</a>)</td>
<td>8.48%</td>
<td>30.78%</td>
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Why It Matters: The futures of the S&amp;P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq 100 indices rose on Tuesday as the investors overlooked a significant surge in Middle East tensions, triggered by Iran's missile attacks on U.S. military bases in Qatar and Iraq, which occurred just 48 hours following U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites.
Donald Trump shared a post on Truth Social on Monday, announcing a "<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/06/46066239/dow-futures-jump-over-200-points-as-trump-announces-ceasefire-but-iran-says-no-agreement-crude-plunges">Complete and Total CEASEFIRE</a>," at which point, he says, "THE 12 DAY WAR" will be considered "ended." 
However, the Foreign Minister of Iran, Syed Abbas Araghchi, refuted claims of a ceasefire, saying that there was "no agreement" for cessation of military operations, in a post on X.
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&mdash; Seyed Abbas Araghchi (@araghchi) <a href="https://twitter.com/araghchi/status/1937311435882922420?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 24, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Price Action: The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), which track the S&amp;P 500 index and Nasdaq 100 index, respectively, rose on Monday. The SPY was up 0.99% to $600.15, while the QQQ rose 1.03% to $531.65, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a> data.
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BlackRock Bets Big On Defense Companies Amid Escalating Geopolitical Tensions: Palantir, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman Among Stocks In Focus

The Strait of Hormuz, accounting for nearly a third of the world&#8217;s oil supply, is once again under geopolitical pressure, and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">ETF investors</a> are rushing to reposition.
Over the past month, the United States Oil Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USO#NYSE">USO</a>) and the United States Brent Oil Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BNO#NYSE">BNO</a>) have spiked 22.25% and 20.26%, respectively. On Saturday, the U.S. conducted airstrikes on three major Iranian nuclear facilities—Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan—and oil prices jumped in response.
Now, energy experts are signaling a possible $100-per-barrel oil situation, particularly if Iran decides to respond by attacking U.S. interests in the Gulf or interfering with global trade through the Strait of Hormuz, according to Bloomberg.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">ETFs Riding The Risk Wave</h2>
If tensions further intensify, energy-oriented ETFs may keep rising. Preeminent tickers in consideration are:
USO and BNO – Already surging, they are bellwethers for sentiment on crude.
USO tracks front-month WTI crude oil futures. It is usually the first choice for traders seeking direct exposure to oil price changes. Because of its exposure to front-month futures, USO will be very volatile but also rapidly sensitive to geopolitical shocks such as airstrikes or naval interferences.
BNO reflects Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, and is most applicable when Middle East supply lines are in jeopardy. Brent will spike quicker than WTI in times of global crises, and BNO provides the retail investor with an accessible vehicle to access that.
Invesco DB Oil Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DBO#NYSE">DBO</a>) offers futures-based exposure with strong war-time tailwinds. It provides exposure to a longer curve of oil futures, making it less whiplash-prone than USO or BNO. DBO can be a more measured bet for investors who believe the conflict will lead to sustained price appreciation in oil.
SPDR S&amp;P Oil &amp; Gas Exploration &amp; Production ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOP#NYSE">XOP</a>) plays off the supply disruption theme using upstream producers. Instead of following oil itself, XOP puts capital in upstream energy producers, those that drill and explore for oil. As crude moves higher, the margins for these companies widen, making XOP a high-beta bet on the general energy uptrend. It is essentially a leveraged oil play, but without the leverage.
First Trust Natural Gas ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FCG#NYSE">FCG</a>) and United States Natural Gas Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNG#NYSE">UNG</a>)—These ETFs may move if LNG through Hormuz is at risk. If LNG cargo through the Strait of Hormuz becomes disturbed, gas prices, particularly in Europe, may surge. Although these ETFs have not shown a positive reaction yet, they are under watch. FCG also provides equity exposure to U.S.-based natural gas producers, which would profit from Europe panicking for alternative suppliers.
But black gold isn&#8217;t the only one rallying.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Defense ETFs On Radar</h2>
As President Donald Trump warned Iran of further strikes unless it abandons its nuclear ambitions, some investors are rotating into defense ETFs amid escalating geopolitical risks.
iShares U.S. Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITA#BATS">ITA</a>) invests in big-cap defense contractors such as Lockheed Martin (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>), Northrop Grumman (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOC#NYSE">NOC</a>), and Raytheon (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>). These companies are at the forefront of any U.S. military buildup, either through the sales of hardware, missile defense systems, or support. As tensions rise, ITA is a favorite among investors who take an educated guess at sustained geopolitical uncertainty.
SPDR S&amp;P Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XAR#NYSE">XAR</a>) is more diversified than ITA. If defense spending increases and new contracts are awarded under wartime terms, XAR might see wider upside potential. It also performs better during times of high volatility because of its equal-weight approach.
Both these ETFs stand to gain as defense budgets swell and military contractors set up for more long-term involvement.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Geopolitical Wildcards</h2>
Although markets have factored in the initial attacks, doubt over Iran&#8217;s retaliation plan and Trump&#8217;s extended geopolitical strategy are making traders nervous. One wrong shipping lane missile could send oil above $110, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/06/46051051/oil-prices-iran-strait-of-hormuz-risk-us-attack">according to Goldman Sachs</a>, and ignite wider risk-off sentiment across equities.
For ETF traders, the secret is to position, not panic. This could be a good opportunity for tactical maneuvers in energy and defense funds. But in the era of tweet-induced volatility, one thing&#8217;s certain: ETFs are where the battle lines, and profits, are being drawn.
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How A Strait Of Hormuz Shock Could Ignite A Surge In Energy And Defense ETFs

As world leaders convened in Canada for the G7 summit to debate economic cooperation, U.S. President Donald Trump suddenly hijacked the headlines by <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/06/45968002/trump-says-israel-iran-ceasefire-not-on-the-table-left-g7-early-for-a-much-bigger-reason-spy-qqq-dip-in-premarket-oil-climbs">cutting his G7 visit short </a>and boarding Air Force One to tackle what he described as a much more pressing issue: stopping Iran&#8217;s nuclear pursuits once and for all. With Israel having struck deep inside Iranian territory and Tehran threatening retaliation, investors now prepare themselves for the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">ETF</a>-level consequences of a protracted geopolitical crisis.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What Happened</h2>
Trump emphatically brushed aside proposals for a ceasefire between Iran and Israel, instead calling for &#8220;an end. A real end. Not a ceasefire. An end.&#8221; The statement, made en route to Washington, was immediately seen by markets as a possible ratcheting up of an already tense conflict. 
And while global equities have been fairly stable, activity below the surface is very different: energy, defense, and gold ETFs are flashing new risk signs.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Energy ETFs Respond To Oil Supply Threats</h2>
With the flagship Bazan oil refinery closing after deadly missile attacks by Iran, and concerns building over possible disruptions to Iranian oil exports or shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/commodities/25/06/45965846/israel-is-pounding-irans-energy-infrastructure-and-its-sending-these-oil-etfs-soaring-but-it-maybe-bad-news-at-the-gas-pump">energy-linked ETFs are picking up steam</a>.
Securities such as the Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>) and the Vanguard Energy ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VDE#NYSE">VDE</a>) experienced small inflows for the week as oil prices ticked higher on supply worries. United States Oil Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USO#NYSE">USO</a>), a direct play on crude futures, also experienced increased volume, and the fund is up around 5% as of Tuesday afternoon.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Defense ETFs Get A War-Posture Boost</h2>
Trump&#8217;s comments, combined with the deployment of U.S. military, specifically, the Middle East-bound USS Nimitz aircraft carrier battle group, has strengthened sentiment behind defense and aerospace stocks.
iShares U.S. Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITA#BATS">ITA</a>) and SPDR S&amp;P Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XAR#NYSE">XAR</a>) both were up moderately after the president&#8217;s statements. Leveraged vehicles such as Direxion Daily Aerospace &amp; Defense Bull 3X Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DFEN#NYSE">DFEN</a>) also gained interest.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Safe Havens Shine As Diplomatic Channels Fade</h2>
Gold ETFs, traditionally the &#8220;nuclear fallout shelter&#8221; of international finance, are getting some life after a slow spring. Trump&#8217;s &#8220;not in the mood to negotiate&#8221; refrain coupled with tweets threatening strikes on Tehran revived safe-haven demand.
Since Friday, the iShares Gold Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IAU#NYSE">IAU</a>) and SPDR Gold Shares ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>) have seen modest but consistent inflows.
The G7 walkout sent a message to markets that this administration isn&#8217;t pivoting, it&#8217;s running away from diplomacy. Even if risk assets aren&#8217;t pricing in disaster, safe-haven ETFs are quietly getting ready for one.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Middle East ETFs Navigate Uncertain Course</h2>
Regional funds could suffer devastating fallout if the conflict escalates. ETFs such as WisdomTree Middle East Dividend Fund (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GULF#NASDAQ">GULF</a>) and iShares MSCI Frontier and Select EM ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FM#NYSE">FM</a>) have minimal direct exposure to Iran but could still lose out on general capital outflow in the face of geopolitical volatility.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Conclusion: An Endgame Without An Exit Strategy</h2>
Markets can typically absorb tension, but they have trouble with open-ended uncertainty. Keywords like &#8220;not a ceasefire,&#8221; &#8220;an end,&#8221; and the like give investors little hints of how this war could end and at what cost markets could eventually pay.
For the time being, ETFs are where the market is subtly voting on what lies ahead, and the early indicators are that it&#8217;s gearing up for a rough ride.
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Trump Wants 'An End, Not a Ceasefire' For The Israel-Iran War: What That Means For ETFs

Wizz Air Holding (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WZZZY#OTC">WZZZY</a>) is deepening its collaboration with RTX Corp.&#8217;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>) Pratt &amp; Whitney division by <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/06/n45967821/wizz-air-selects-rtx-pratt-whitney-gtf-engines-to-power-up-to-an-additional-177-airbus-a321neo-air" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ordering GTF engines for 177 Airbus</a> A321neo aircraft. The announcement, made at the Paris Air Show, boosts the airline&#8217;s total commitment to 453 GTF-powered aircraft.
The purchase is part of Wizz Air&#8217;s broader fleet expansion and sustainability strategy. It also includes a long-term service agreement under Pratt &amp; Whitney&#8217;s EngineWise program to manage engine maintenance and reliability.
József Váradi, the airline&#8217;s CEO, said the decision supports Wizz Air&#8217;s goal of reaching a 500-jet fleet within the next decade. He cited the engine&#8217;s fuel savings, lower noise levels, and reduced emissions as critical to enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
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Pratt &amp; Whitney has powered Wizz Air&#8217;s growth since 2003 and currently supports a large share of its Airbus narrow-body fleet. The new aircraft will eventually incorporate the upgraded GTF Advantage engine, offering more thrust and improved performance.
In a separate development, Pratt &amp; Whitney announced the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/06/n45967520/rtxs-pratt-whitney-adds-itp-aero-to-gtf-mro-network" rel="noreferrer noopener">addition of ITP Aero</a> to its maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) network. The Madrid-based facility will service PW1500G and PW1900G engines used in the Airbus A220 and Embraer E-Jets E2 families, marking the 21st shop in the global GTF MRO network.
Eva Azoulay, CEO of ITP Aero, said the collaboration extends a longstanding partnership in GTF component production and enables faster service turnarounds for European customers.
The expansion highlights RTX&#8217;s continued investment in aviation sustainability and aftermarket services. With over 90,000 engines in operation globally, Pratt &amp; Whitney is scaling its infrastructure to meet the growing demand for cleaner and more efficient flight technologies.
Related ETFs: iShares U.S. Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITA#BATS">ITA</a>), SPDR S&amp;P Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XAR#NYSE">XAR</a>).
Price Action: RTX shares were trading higher by 0.61% to $147.63 premarket at last check Tuesday.
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RTX's Pratt & Whitney Deepens Wizz Air Partnership With New GTF Engine Order

The White House just unveiled a sweeping set of executive actions aimed at bolstering the future of America&#8217;s defense and aviation.
What Happened: On Wednesday, President Donald Trump signed three executive orders aimed at revitalizing the country&#8217;s stalled aerospace ambitions, targeting the domestic production of drones, supersonic jets, and even electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft.
The orders, announced by the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), are designed to slash regulatory red tape, bolster U.S. supply chains, and accelerate real-world deployment of next-generation aviation.
&#8220;Decades of regulatory gridlock have grounded advancements in drones, flying cars, and supersonic flight in the U.S.&#8221; said OSTP Director Michael Kratsios, while adding that &#8220;President Trump's actions will unleash a new era of American aviation dominance, fostering innovation, driving economic growth, and protecting our national security.&#8221;
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Among the key provisions of the orders include routine beyond-line-of-sight drone operations, that is allowing drones to fly beyond the visual range of operators. Followed by a pilot program for eVTOL aircraft for EMS, cargo, and defense logistics, alongside the repealing of longstanding rules that block supersonic flight testing.
The White House believes this regulatory overhaul will &#8220;empower our domestic drone economy to assist with critical infrastructure, emergency response, and long-distance cargo and medical delivery.&#8221;
The orders also address the growing security threats posed by criminal and foreign drone activity. According to the fact sheet, the administration will prioritize &#8220;real-time detection and identification of drones to safeguard national security.&#8221;
Why It Matters: This comes just a week after another Presidential executive order was signed, creating the &#8220;eVTOL Integration Pilot Program&#8221; (ePIPP), which establishes a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/content/45892255/government-mandate-sends-evtol-stocks-flying">clearer regulatory runway</a> for the sector.
The move marks a significant pivot in U.S. aviation policy and has since led to a rally in several U.S. defense and aviation stocks. Archer Aviation Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACHR#NYSE">ACHR</a>), which develops eVTOL aircraft, was up 6.94% on Wednesday following the announcement, with Joby Aviation Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JOBY#NYSE">JOBY</a>) following suit with 2.01% gains.
Drone maker, AeroVironment Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVAV#NASDAQ">AVAV</a>) was down 0.05% during the day, but is up 0.78% after hours, owing to the same, while New Horizon Aircraft Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOVR#NASDAQ">HOVR</a>), another eVTOL company, was up by an impressive 19.64% during the day, and another 4.48% after hours.
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<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Archer Aviation Inc. </td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+34.03%</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+27.17%</td>
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<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Joby Aviation Inc. </td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+37.38%</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+19.04%</td>
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<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+13.40%</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+21.14%</td>
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<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+168%</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+22.94%</td>
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<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+10.27%</td>
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<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">+4.37%</td>
<td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">-2.23%</td>
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Recently, JPMorgan analyst Bill Peterson pegged the eVTOL market to be worth $1 trillion down the line, saying that the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/05/45655078/joby-archer-flying-cars-on-a-1-trillion-runway-but-still-not-cleared-for-takeoff">dream was still alive</a>, &#8220;just not quite ready for boarding&#8221; right away, citing certification as a &#8220;heavy lift.&#8221; As a result, these orders should accelerate things for the industry going forward.
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Shares of Archer Aviation rank in the 98th percentile on Momentum, with a favorable price trend in the short, medium, and long term, according to Benzinga&#8217;s Edge Stock Rankings. Click <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">here to see how it compares</a> with Joby Aviation and New Horizon Aircraft, alongside other peers and competitors.
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Trump Launches Aviation Overhaul: Archer, Joby, New Horizon, AeroVironment Rally As US Targets Drone, eVTOL, Supersonic Comeback

IperionX Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IPX#NASDAQ">IPX</a>) shares surged Thursday after the company <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/06/g45790807/iperionx-awarded-u-s-department-of-defense-sbir-phase-iii-contract-for-up-to-us-99m" rel="noreferrer noopener">secured a major U.S. Department of Defense</a> contract to supply domestically produced titanium parts for military use.
The $99 million Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase III Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) agreement enables the Pentagon to order titanium components directly from IperionX.
The contract permits U.S. defense agencies to commission task-specific orders as part of the &#8220;Low-Cost Domestic Titanium for Defense Applications&#8221; effort.
Early task orders will involve high-performance titanium fasteners manufactured at IperionX&#8217;s Virginia campus using proprietary technologies. The project supports skilled local jobs while advancing U.S. defense readiness.
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The agreement aligns with federal priorities to boost the supply of strategic materials from domestic sources. Future task orders could include advanced aerospace parts, positioning IperionX as a long-term supplier for military-grade titanium.
&#8220;Securing this Phase III contract is a pivotal milestone for IperionX,&#8221; said Anastasios (Taso) Arima, the company&#8217;s CEO. &#8220;It validates the performance of our technologies and underscores the Department of Defense&#8217;s commitment to reshore an all-American titanium supply chain.&#8221;
Relevant ETFs include SPDR S&amp;P Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XAR#NYSE">XAR</a>) and iShares U.S. Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITA#BATS">ITA</a>).
Price Action: IPX shares are trading 23.79% higher at $30.23 at Thursday&#8217;s last check.
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IperionX Rockets 23% After Securing $99M Defense Contract For Domestic Titanium

Redwire Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RDW#NYSE">RDW</a>), on Wednesday, announced its lunar and Martian construction tool, Mason, has passed a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/06/b45767288/redwire-receives-nasa-approval-to-advance-cutting-edge-manufacturing-technology-for-building-infra" rel="noreferrer noopener">key NASA milestone</a>, completing its Critical Design Review (CDR). The toolset, developed under a $12.9 million NASA Tipping Point award, supports future off-world infrastructure needs.
Mason is designed to turn loose lunar or Martian soil, known as regolith, into solid surfaces like landing pads and roads. It includes three components: a grading blade (BASE), a compaction tool (PACT), and a microwave sintering device (M3LT). Together, they reduce hazards tied to dust and unstable terrain during rocket launches and human activity.
The technology aims to cut costs and improve safety for future space missions. Regolith can damage equipment, reduce mobility, and become airborne during launches, potentially endangering astronauts and satellites.
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Redwire now plans to build and test the Mason prototype. The company is also seeking a flight opportunity for a demonstration mission.
"Mason technology is critical to enabling sustainable operations on the Moon and Mars surface," said Tom Campbell, Redwire's President of Space Missions.
Redwire is working with several partners, including NASA's Kennedy Space Center Swamp Works, Lambda Technologies, the Colorado School of Mines, and the University of Central Florida.
Recently, Redwire <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/small-cap/25/05/45624208/why-is-space-technology-company-redwires-stock-is-surging-today" rel="noreferrer noopener">delivered</a> the onboard computer for ESA's Comet Interceptor mission, marking a key milestone with its ADPMS-3 system after completing rigorous acceptance testing. This system enables critical data processing and spacecraft control functions.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Price Action: RDW shares are trading higher by 11.5% to $16.54 at last check Wednesday.
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Redwire Stock Skyrockets After NASA Clears Lunar Tool Mason For Next Phase

Kratos Defense &amp; Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KTOS#NASDAQ">KTOS</a>) and GE Aerospace (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GE#NYSE">GE</a>) announced on Tuesday a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/06/g45743410/kratos-and-ge-aerospace-sign-teaming-agreement-expand-small-engine-portfolio-with-new-propulsion-s" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">formal agreement</a> to develop propulsion technologies for next-generation unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) platforms.
Building on last year&#8217;s memorandum of understanding, the partnership focuses on designing and producing affordable, high-performance engines such as the GEK800 and the more powerful GEK1500, aimed at enhancing U.S. defense capabilities.
Kratos offers over 20 years of experience developing small, cost-effective engines for drones and missiles, while GE Aerospace contributes extensive propulsion expertise and manufacturing scale. Together, they aim to deliver scalable propulsion solutions that meet critical national security needs.
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Kratos CEO Eric DeMarco stressed affordability and rapid capability delivery as key benefits of the partnership. GE Aerospace Defense President Amy Gowder highlighted the move as a step toward providing adaptable, high-performance propulsion for various unmanned platforms.
The GEK800 engine is currently under development, with work also progressing on the GEK1500. These engines target unmanned and collaborative combat aircraft, offering cost-efficient propulsion for diverse defense missions.
Investors may watch stocks like Lockheed Martin Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>) and Northrop Grumman Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOC#NYSE">NOC</a>), as well as ETFs such as the iShares U.S. Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITA#NYSE">ITA</a>) and SPDR S&amp;P Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XAR#NYSE">XAR</a>).
Price Action: GE shares are trading lower by 0.44% to $246.40, and KTOS stock is up 2.06% at $38.83 at last check Tuesday.
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The space economy is seeing an influx of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/space">investment and innovation</a>.
Intuitive Machines (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUNR#NASDAQ">LUNR</a>) expects to release its fourth-quarter 2024 earnings on March 24 before the market opens. The robust top-line expansion of its lunar payload services and NASA contracts make it a prime stock in the growing space exploration space as well as the aerospace and defense sector.
Intuitive Machines&#8217; forward 12-month price-to-sales (P/S) of 3.17X is above the peer group average of 2.32x, reflecting a premium valuation. This implies that investors are paying a premium price relative to anticipated sales growth compared to peers.
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That said, Intuitive Machines is a volatile stock, as understood from its high Beta of 1.31, per CNBC. Beta of 1 and above means the stock tends to move more reactive to developments than the market in in general. For interested investors seeking exposure to the sector but without much of the involved risks, ETFs provide diversified exposure to the sectors. 
This article examines the central themes regarding Intuitive Machines and identifies pertinent <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">ETFs offering exposure to the space economy</a> and the aerospace and defense sector.
The business of Intutive Machines is based on lunar missions and sophisticated space technologies. The contracts of the company with NASA, such as being part of the IM-1, IM-2, and IM-3 lunar payload missions, reflect its promise in the commercial space segment.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Pertinent ETFs</h2>
<ul>
<li>Procure Space ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UFO#NASDAQ">UFO</a>): Tracks the S-Network Space Index, including space-related companies including Intuitive Machines. It&#8217;s expense ratio is 0.94%.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>ARK Space Exploration &amp; Innovation ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKX#BATS">ARKX</a>): Although it does not carry LUNR in its holdings, this fund actively invests in the companies pioneering space exploration and innovation, like Iridium Satellite (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IRDM#NASDAQ">IRDM</a>) and Rocket Lab Usa Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RKLB#NASDAQ">RKLB</a>). It carries an expense ratio of 0.75%.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>iShares U.S. Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITA#BATS">ITA</a>): Follows the Dow Jones U.S. Aerospace &amp; Defense Index, and carries an expense ratio of 0.4%. ITA&#8217;s portfolio is significantly skewed toward well-known aerospace and defense companies, in contrast to space-focused funds that contain speculative stocks like LUNR, which has NASA and Near Space Network contracts. More than 40% of the fund&#8217;s total assets are held by its top three holdings, which are GE Aerospace (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GE#NYSE">GE</a>), RTX Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>), and Lockheed Martin Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>). ITA has been able to perform well during market turbulence thanks to this defensive allocation.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>SPDR S&amp;P Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XAR#NYSE">XAR</a>): Follows the S&amp;P Aerospace &amp; Defense Select Industry Index, and has an expense ratio of 0.35%. Since LUNR has been growing its aerospace and defense contract business, there is a possibility of XAR including LUNR in its portfolio in one of its coming reallocations.</li>
</ul>
With the space economy growing, Intuitive Machines&#8217; growth highlights the growing overlap of space exploration, defense, and cutting-edge technology. 
With LUNR&#8217;s participation in lunar missions and advanced innovations, the firm is an appealing investment opportunity for investors. Nonetheless, due to its high valuation, investors would need to evaluate their risk tolerance and look at diversified ETF approaches that offer exposure to the general space and defense sectors. Through the use of ETFs, investors are able to ride this dynamic and fast-growing sector while controlling risk.
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These 4 ETFs Provide Smart Exposure To Intuitive Machines, The New Space Economy

Investor interest in global defense stocks has surged following President Donald Trump&#8216;s decision to temporarily suspend U.S. military aid to Ukraine. As tensions continue to rise, defense companies may witness increased demand for their products and services in the geopolitical landscape.
What Happened: This development occurs amid ongoing support for Ukraine from European leaders, with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledging a £2.26 billion loan for military supplies.
Meanwhile, Trump aims to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/03/44101854/trump-reportedly-halts-ukraine-military-aid-pressures-zelenskyy-to-seek-peace-with-russia-amid-growing-rift">pressure</a> Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy into peace negotiations with Russia. According to the White House, the freeze will remain in place until Trump determines that Ukraine has made a meaningful effort toward diplomatic talks with Moscow.
As the aid remains frozen, defense stocks from around the world come to fore amid the conflicts. Here is a list of global defense exchange-traded funds which investors could consider in order to participate in the upside.
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<td>Global Defense ETFs</td>
<td>YTD Performance</td>
<td>One Year Performance</td>
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<td>iShares US Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITA#BATS">ITA</a>)</td>
<td>3.10%</td>
<td>16.00%</td>
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<td>Invesco Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PPA#NYSE">PPA</a>)</td>
<td>-0.71%</td>
<td>15.24%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SPDR S&amp;P Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XAR#NYSE">XAR</a>)</td>
<td>-3.21%</td>
<td>14.89%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Global X Defense Tech ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SHLD#NYSE">SHLD</a>)</td>
<td>22.01%</td>
<td>43.29%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ARK Space Exploration &amp; Innovation ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKX#BATS">ARKX</a>)</td>
<td>-3.91%</td>
<td>27.01%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Direxion Daily Aerospace &amp; Defense Bull 3X Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DFEN#NYSE">DFEN</a>)</td>
<td>5.95%</td>
<td>15.35%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SPDR S&amp;P Kensho Future Security ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FITE#NYSE">FITE</a>)</td>
<td>-4.36%</td>
<td>13.38%</td>
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Why It Matters: Following a contentious argument in the White House, Trump blasted the Ukrainian leader's claim that peace remains "very, very far away," calling it "the worst statement" and warning, "America will not put up with it for much longer!&#8221; in a Truth Social post.
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A White House official, speaking anonymously <a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-zelenskyy-russia-ukraine-a15a459c9a3a393d040478ebbe250a9e">to</a> the Associated Press, characterized the move as a strategic &#8220;pause and review&#8221; of assistance. The official emphasized that the administration wants to ensure aid is &#8220;contributing to a solution&#8221; rather than prolonging the conflict.
Meanwhile, here is a list of some U.S. defense stocks to watch.
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<td>U.S. Defense Stocks</td>
<td>YTD Performance</td>
<td>One Year Performance</td>
</tr>
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<td>General Dynamics Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GD#NYSE">GD</a>)</td>
<td>-3.91%</td>
<td>-8.33%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Northrop Grumman Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOC#NYSE">NOC</a>)</td>
<td>-0.89%</td>
<td>1.22%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lockheed Martin Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>)</td>
<td>-6.93%</td>
<td>3.90%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Boeing Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>)</td>
<td>-7.55%</td>
<td>-21.00%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RTX Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>)</td>
<td>10.94%</td>
<td>42.90%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>General Electric Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GE#NYSE">GE</a>)</td>
<td>17.90%</td>
<td>57.55%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TransDigm Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TDG#NYSE">TDG</a>)</td>
<td>7.63%</td>
<td>16.36%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HWM#NYSE">HWM</a>)</td>
<td>14.65%</td>
<td>86.90%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Axon Enterprise Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXON#NASDAQ">AXON</a>)</td>
<td>-11.44%</td>
<td>67.65%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>L3Harris Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LHX#NYSE">LHX</a>)</td>
<td>-0.14%</td>
<td>-3.16%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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Price Action: The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), which track the S&amp;P 500 index and Nasdaq 100 index, respectively, rose in premarket on Wednesday. SPY rose 0.60% to $580.30 and QQQ was up 0.70% to $499.04, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a> data.
On Tuesday, the SPY declined 1.18% to $576.86, and the QQQ dropped 0.30% to $495.55.
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Defense Stocks In Focus As Trump Freezes Ukraine Military Aid: Here's A List Of Top Global Defense ETFs To Watch

While European defense stocks soar, <a href="https://benzinga.com/topic/aerospace-defense-stocks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">their American counterparts</a> are stuck in the trenches. 
As <a href="https://www.ft.com/content/1ea4a5d6-c8a9-4a87-8e3a-9a7c084d1a77">reported</a> by the Financial Times, President Donald Trump&#8216;s renewed calls for Europe to shoulder its own security burden paired with plans to trim Pentagon spending have clipped the wings of U.S. defense giants.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Europe&#8217;s Defense Boom, America&#8217;s Bust</h2>
Shares of Germany&#8217;s Rheinmetall have skyrocketed nearly 40% since Trump's return to the White House, while South Korea's Hanwha Aerospace has surged more than 70%, fueled by NATO rearmament deals. 
Meanwhile, American stalwarts like Lockheed Martin Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>) and Northrop Grumman Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOC#NYSE">NOC</a>) are down 13% and 10.8%, respectively, as fears of shrinking Pentagon contracts weigh on investor sentiment.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Winners &amp; Losers Stateside</h2>
Among the top U.S. players, Lockheed Martin (-13%) and Northrop Grumman (-10.8%) have taken the biggest hits, while Boeing Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>) stands out as the lone gainer, up 2.5% since Trump took office. 
RTX Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>) (-0.25%) has held relatively steady, but General Dynamics Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GD#NYSE">GD</a>) (-9.3%) and L3Harris Technologies Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LHX#NYSE">LHX</a>) (-10.3%) have also faced notable declines.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Investor Implications: Pivot Or Persevere?</h2>
For investors, the message is clear: follow the money and it&#8217;s heading across the Atlantic.
With European defense budgets ballooning and the US tightening its belt, ETFs like iShares MSCI Europe ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IEUR#NYSE">IEUR</a>) and SPDR S&amp;P Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XAR#NYSE">XAR</a>) might offer better short-term returns than their U.S.-heavy counterparts.
Unless U.S. defense contractors can secure new international contracts or navigate domestic budget cuts, their stocks may remain stuck in neutral while European rivals continue their ascent.
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US Defense Stocks Stumble As Trump's Pentagon Cuts Fuel European Surge

The U.S. defense sector is facing fresh uncertainty as the Trump administration sets the foundation for a cost-cutting initiative under the newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Despite the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/02/43787369/us-russian-officials-begin-ukraine-peace-talks-defense-sector-stocks-rise">recent buoyancy</a> in anticipation of peace talks involving the Presidents of the U.S., Russia and Ukraine, stocks of major defense contractors, including Lockheed Martin (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>), RTX Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>), General Dynamics (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GD#NYSE">GD</a>), and Northrop Grumman (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOC#NYSE">NOC</a>), are staring at near-term risks following the possibility of a defense budget cut. 
While the potential impact is still unfolding, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">defense-focused ETFs </a>could be in for a bumpy ride.
ETFs with significant holdings in defense giants may see volatility in the wake of potential budget constraints. Some of the key funds to monitor include:
iShares U.S. Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITA#BATS">ITA</a>) – Tracks U.S. defense and aerospace companies, including General Dynamics (18.75% exposure) Lockheed Martin (4.98% exposure) and RTX (15.72% exposure). 
SPDR S&amp;P Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XAR#NYSE">XAR</a>) – Offers exposure to large and mid-cap defense stocks, with exposure to stocks like Lockheed Martin, General Dynamics and RTX. This ETF offers a more equally weighted approach, which may help balance the losses.
Invesco Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PPA#NYSE">PPA</a>) – Holds a diversified mix of defense contractors and related industries. However, Lockheed Martin and RTX hold the top positions, with 7.26% and 7% of the total AUM.
First Trust Indxx Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MISL#NYSE">MISL</a>) – A newer entrant with a focus on companies involved in missile and defense technology. Once again, Lockheed Martin, General Dynamics and RTX hold significant percentage of the total assets.
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Why Defense Stocks Are Under Pressure
The DOGE recently kicked off its review at the Pentagon, aiming to curb waste, fraud, and redundancies. In a post on X, DOGE officials confirmed their commitment to "safely save taxpayer dollars and eliminate waste." 
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the need to streamline operations and optimize spending, as reported by CBS News.
This initiative has raised concerns for major defense contractors, many of whom rely heavily on government contracts. Among the top players at risk are Lockheed Martin which has retreated almost 10% so far this year, RTX , General Dynamics, with a loss of 6.35% year-to-date, and Northrop Grumman, which has lost 6.5% so far this year.
With over $200 billion in annual federal contracts flowing into the sector, any cuts could significantly affect companies that derive nearly half their revenue from government spending, according to a report by Saxo Bank.
While U.S. defense spending may come under pressure, rising geopolitical tensions and commitments from NATO allies to boost their military budgets could create new opportunities for defense firms.
Fine-Tuning Is Key
For investors holding defense-heavy ETFs, now may be a time for caution but not necessarily panic. Watching how DOGE's review unfolds, tracking upcoming federal budgets, following the peace talks among Russia, Ukraine and U.S., and keeping an eye on global defense spending trends will be important. Diversification within ETFs could also help mitigate sector-specific risks.
As budget talks heat up, defense ETFs may experience short-term turbulence, but the longer-term picture will depend on how much of the spending shift is domestic versus international.
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4 ETFs In The Crosshairs As Defense Cuts Loom — Is It Time To Play Offense?

Huntington Ingalls Industries Inc&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HII#NYSE">HII</a>) shares are trading lower after it reported&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/02/g43524381/hii-reports-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-results" rel="noreferrer noopener">fourth-quarter&nbsp;FY24&nbsp;results</a>.
Sales and service revenue increased&nbsp;5.4%&nbsp;year-over-year to&nbsp;$3.00 billion, missing the&nbsp;consensus of&nbsp;$3.05 billion.
Ingalls Shipbuilding&nbsp;$736 million&nbsp;(-8.0%&nbsp;Y/Y), Newport News Shipbuilding&nbsp;$1.59 billion&nbsp;(-4.6%&nbsp;Y/Y), and Mission Technologies&nbsp;$713 million&nbsp;(-4.3%&nbsp;Y/Y).
Operating income decreased 64.7% Y/Y to $110 million, and the margin contracted by 616 bps to 3.7%. Segment operating income was $103 million (-68.8% Y/Y), and the margin was 3.4%, down 696 bps Y/Y.
EPS of&nbsp;$3.15, down 54.3%&nbsp;Y/Y, missing the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/earnings" rel="noreferrer noopener">consensus of&nbsp;$3.31</a>.&nbsp;
Operating cash flow plunged to $393 million&nbsp;in 2024 and free cash flow&nbsp;to $40 million, compared to&nbsp;$970 million&nbsp;and&nbsp;$692 million, respectively, in 2023.
New contract awards for 2024&nbsp;were&nbsp;$12.1&nbsp;billion, with a total backlog of around&nbsp;$48.7&nbsp;billion&nbsp;as of December 31, 2024.
Chris Kastner, president and CEO said, &#8220;We continue to make progress on ships put under contract pre-COVID, and are working diligently with our customers to put over $50 billion of new work under contract. Mission Technologies continued its strong track record of top line growth and margin expansion and secured an impressive $12 billion in total future contract value during 2024.&#8221;
FY25&nbsp;Outlook: Huntington Ingalls Industries sees sales of around $11.80 billion &#8211; $12.20 billion (vs. consensus of $12.10 billion), with expected Shipbuilding revenue of&nbsp;$8.9 billion &#8211; $9.1&nbsp;billion and the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance" rel="noreferrer noopener">corresponding&nbsp;operating margin of&nbsp;5.5% &#8211; 6.5%</a>.
Huntington&nbsp;Ingalls sees Mission&nbsp;Technologies&#8217;&nbsp;revenue of&nbsp;$2.9 billion &#8211; $3.1 billion, with an operating margin of&nbsp;4.0% &#8211; 4.5%&nbsp;and&nbsp;EBITDA margin of&nbsp;8.0% &#8211; 8.5%.
The company expects FY25 free cash flow of&nbsp;$300 million &#8211; $500 million.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;The Advisors&#8217; Inner Circle Fund III Strategas Global Policy Opportunities ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAGP#NYSE">SAGP</a>).
Price Action: HII shares are down 16.5% at $163.23 at the last check Thursday.
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Huntington Ingalls Sinks On Q4 Earnings Miss, Margins & Cash Flow Take A Hit

Defense <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/01/43013312/defense-stocks-fall-on-gaza-ceasefire-while-broader-market-rallies-whats-going-on">stocks dipped on Wednesday</a> following reports of a verbal ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, taking several related ETFs along.
ETFs like SPDR S&amp;P Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XAR#NYSE">XAR</a>), iShares U.S. Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITA#BATS">ITA</a>), and Global X Funds Global X Defense Tech ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SHLD#NYSE">SHLD</a>) were slightly down as the defense sector lost its appeal to investors.
Nonetheless, the pullback was short-lived, as all three ETFs opened higher and retained momentum on Thursday. Moreover, neither the dip nor the rally was sharp. There can be many possibilities behind this. For starters, the fundamental strength of defense stocks are undeniable. 
Secondly, the market might still be taking time to process that a war of such scale can end so abruptly. Thirdly, another major longstanding war that also draws resources from the U.S. is ongoing between Russia and Ukraine. Thus, despite a short-term withdrawal of a few investors from defense ETFs, the longer-term story seems constructive.
Moreover, the ceasefire agreement does not mean that contracts will stop coming for defense companies. Raytheon Technologies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>), one of the largest holdings of all the aforementioned ETFs, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/43034421/whats-going-on-with-rtx-corporation-stock-today">announced a $529 million contract</a> to supply a Patriot air&nbsp;and missile defense system to the Netherlands. 
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The SPDR S&amp;P Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF&#8217;s exposure to commercial aerospace alongside defense provides some insulation against geopolitical shifts. 
Meanwhile, Global X Funds Global X Defense Tech ETF&#8217;s beta of 0.4% means it is less reactive to market volatility.
The War Effect On Defense Stocks
Historically, periods of conflict have been a boon for defense stocks. The Middle East war saw heightened government spending on military contracts, propelling the Global X Defense Tech ETF to a 35% gain over the past year, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>. 
Companies in this sector see increased demand during conflicts due to the surge in need for defense systems, technology and equipment.
While the ceasefire signals a de-escalation in the Middle East conflict, defense stocks and ETFs are unlikely to lose their long-term optimism. Geopolitical risks remain a persistent concern, and governments worldwide continue to prioritize defense budgets.
Long-term defense investors are likely to restock on defense ETFs at discounted valuations, taking advantage of the uncertainty. Also, integration of advanced technologies like AI and cybersecurity in defense systems are bound to push demand higher.
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Defense ETFs Stabilize After Ceasefire Reports: Why 3 ETFs Have Long-Term Potential

Defense stocks are moving slightly lower Wednesday after Israel and Hamas verbally agreed on a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/43011383/israel-gaza-ceasefire-hostage-exchange">ceasefire in Gaza</a>.
What Happened: Hamas accepted a draft agreement on Wednesday for a ceasefire in Gaza that includes the release of several hostages, according to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/43011383/israel-gaza-ceasefire-hostage-exchange">multiple reports</a>. 
The agreement follows months of negotiations and paves the way for a potential end to the ongoing war in the Middle East that began about 15 months ago. The verbal agreement also comes just days before President-elect Donald Trump&#8217;s inauguration. 
&#8220;We have a deal for the hostages in the Middle East. They will be released shortly. Thank you!&#8221; Trump&nbsp;said in a post on Truth Social.
The deal reportedly includes a six-week ceasefire and the release of 33 Israeli hostages in exchange for the release of Palestinian prisoners. Israel still needs to ratify the deal, but a vote is expected by Thursday. 
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Defense stocks including Lockheed Martin Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>), Northrop Grumman Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOC#NYSE">NOC</a>) and RTX Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>) moved lower as the ceasefire reports surfaced despite a strong session from broader indices. The Global X Funds Global X Defense Tech ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SHLD#NYSE">SHLD</a>) and the SPDR S&amp;P Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XAR#NYSE">XAR</a>) also pulled back from highs on the news. 
At the time of writing, Lockheed Martin shares were down about 0.7%, while Northrop Grumman and RTX shares were down about 0.8%. It&#8217;s worth noting that the SPDR S&amp;P 500 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) was up 1.77% at last check.
Defense stocks have benefitted from the ongoing war in the Middle East with the Global X Funds Defense ETF having gained more than 35% over the past year, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>. Defense stocks tend to rally in periods of elevated conflict given their heavy reliance on government contracts. 
Energy stocks including BP P.L.C (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BP#NYSE">BP</a>), Chevron Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>) and ConocoPhillips (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COP#NYSE">COP</a>) also pulled back slightly on the ceasefire news, but bounced back pretty quickly. 
The United States Oil Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USO#NYSE">USO</a>) hit new 52-week highs on Wednesday on continued momentum from last week after the U.S. announced its most extensive sanctions on Russian oil exports to date.
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Defense Stocks Fall On Gaza Ceasefire While Broader Market Rallies: What's Going On?

The space industry, once a distant frontier, is now accessible to investors thanks to advances in technology and a surge in commercial interest. 
The sector presents substantial upside potential, highlighted by aerospace and defense company Rocket Lab USA Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RKLB#NASDAQ">RKLB</a>), with its stock surging approximately 15% on Jan. 3. And, with growing anticipation for SpaceX&#8217;s Falcon 9 launch in 2025, interest in space-focused ETFs is gaining momentum. This is evident from the ARK Space Exploration &amp; Innovation ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKX#NYSE">ARKX</a>), which hit a 52-week high on Jan. 6.
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Here are some ETFs in the space race that are in focus as the above trends dominate the center stage.
ARK Space Exploration &amp; Innovation ETF, which invests 10.08% of its assets in Rocket Lab, focuses on companies involved in space exploration and innovation. This actively managed fund allocates 80% of its assets to this theme. With an expense ratio of 0.75%, ARKX has benefited from an overall optimism in the space sector. The fund's price has grown more than 17% in the past year.
iShares U.S. Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITA#BATS">ITA</a>) currently allocates 1.89% of its holdings to Rocket Lab. Moreover, among its top holdings in this area are stocks like Boeing Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>), RTX Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>) and GE Aerospace (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GE#NYSE">GE</a>). The expense ratio of 0.40% makes it one of the cheaper ETFs to consider.
SPDR S&amp;P Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XAR#NYSE">XAR</a>) charges only 0.35% expense ratio in exchange for a portfolio of stocks like Rocket Lab (5.34%), Boeing (4.45%), RTX (4.22%), and AeroVironment (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVAV#NASDAQ">AVAV</a>) (4.59%). It allocates 100% of its assets to the aerospace and defense sector.
The space sector, although brimming with potential, does not come without risks. If we reflect on last year, the sector's volatility is evident in the Virgin Galactic fiasco, in which the stock price plummeted 99.3% from its 2021 highs. However, space ETFs allow investors to approach their investments in this sector in a balanced way.
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Rocket Lab Surge Sparks Renewed Interest In Space-Focused ETFs: 3 Funds In Focus

The Pentagon announced Monday the latest arms package for Ukraine totaling $725 million, the largest since a $1 billion package in April. The arms package will include the second shipment of antipersonnel mines that President Joe Biden<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/commodities/24/11/41873103/trump-reportedly-urges-russian-president-to-deescalate-war-with-ukraine-heres-how-crude-oil-wti-futures-are-reacting"> authorized.</a>
According to a Bloomberg <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-12-02/us-to-announce-725-million-arms-package-for-ukraine-including-mines?sref=TBDibEcD">report</a>, the latest arms package will also include air defense missiles and Javelin, TOW and AT-4 anti-armor weapons, counter-drone munitions, 155mm artillery shells and "equipment to protect critical national infrastructure," according to the Department of Defense.
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Last week, the White House asked Congress to provide an additional $24 billion in security assistance which it is seeking to designate as "emergency spending." The Biden administration requested $8 billion for the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative to finance weapons contracts with U.S. defense contractors with the remaining $16 billion to be used for replenishing U.S. weapons stocks.
Major General Patrick Ryder, a Pentagon spokesman, told reporters "We understand the urgent situation in Ukraine and the president's direction and will continue to do everything we can to ensure that Ukraine is getting the aid that it needs."
Why It Matters: Government and military contracting companies, including General Dynamics Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GD#NYSE">GD</a>), may benefit from the latest arms package to Ukraine. Specifically, the Javelin weapon system is produced by the Javelin Joint Venture, a partnership between Lockheed Martin Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>) and RTX Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>) subsidiary Raytheon.  
Investors can gain exposure to the broader aerospace and defense industry through ETFs that invest in U.S. government and military contractors including the iShares U.S. Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITA#BATS">ITA</a>) and the SPDR S&amp;P Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XAR#NYSE">XAR</a>). 
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US Announces $725 Million Arms Package For Ukraine

최근 사우스웨스트 항공(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUV#NYSE">LUV</a>)의 비행기가 올랜도의 활주로에서 이륙 직전까지 갔던 사건을 포함하여 미국 공항에서 일련의 심각한 사고가 발생한 후, 항공사들은 이제 기내 Wi-Fi 이후 가장 귀중한 업그레이드가 될 수 있는 것에 집중하고 있다: 조종사가 재난에 빠지기 전에 경고음을 내는 조종실 경보 시스템이다.
추가 읽기: <a href="https://kr.benzinga.com/news/usa/stocks/jp%EB%AA%A8%EA%B1%B4%EC%9D%98-%EC%83%88%EB%A1%9C%EC%9A%B4-%EC%95%A1%ED%8B%B0%EB%B8%8C-%ED%95%98%EC%9D%B4%EC%9D%BC%EB%93%9C-etf-20%EC%96%B5-%EB%8B%AC%EB%9F%AC-%EC%B6%9C%EC%8B%9C%EB%A1%9C-%EC%8B%A0/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">JP모건의 새로운 ETF가 20억 달러로 기록을 세웠다</a>
이 항공 안전 업그레이드의 선두주자는 하니웰(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HON#NASDAQ">HON</a>)로, 현재 사우스웨스트의 800대 보잉 737 함대 거의 전부에서 사용되고 있는 활주로 인식 및 경고 시스템(RAAS)을 개발했다. 이 업그레이드는 우선적으로 승객과 승무원의 안전을 보장하는 것이지만, 몇몇이 논의하고 있는 투자 기회를 나타내기도 한다: 항공 전자 기술 및 안전 기술에 대한 수요 증가와 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">이를 포함한 ETF들</a>.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">조종실의 경보음</h2>
하니웰의 시스템은 조종사가 위험한 기동을 할 때 실시간 음성 및 텍스트 알림을 제공한다, 예를 들어 잘못된 활주로로 진입하거나 너무 빠르게 착륙하거나 활주로에서 이륙하려고 할 때.
안전 문제에 대해 진지해지는 것은 사우스웨스트만이 아니다. 알래스카 항공(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALK#NYSE">ALK</a>)과 같은 다른 항공사들도 이 시스템을 도입하고 있으며, 에어버스와 보잉(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>)도 자체 경고 시스템 개발에 관여하고 있는 것으로 보인다. FAA가 새로운 비행기에서 안전 경고를 의무화하는 제안을 고려하고 있으며, 미래의 리트로핏도 가능할 수 있기 때문에, 이는 시작에 불과할 수 있다.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">ETF 관점: 비프음을 따라가라</h2>
여러 대형 ETF들이 이미 하니웰과 같은 항공 안전 공급업체들에 대한 노출을 제공하고 있으며, 만약 산업이 업그레이드 슈퍼사이클을 경험한다면, 이러한 펀드는 승자가 될 수 있다:
iShares 미국 항공우주 및 방위 ETF(BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITA#BATS">ITA</a>): 주요 보유 주식은 하니웰, 그 다음이 보잉과 레이시온(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>)이다. 방위 및 항공우주 생산 기업을 추적하며, 안전 시스템과 항공 전자 장비를 포함한다.
올해들어 29% 상승한 ITA는 조종석 안전 기준이 국제 표준이 된다면 추가적인 수혜를 받을 수 있다.
SPDR S&amp;P 항공우주 및 방위 ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XAR#NYSE">XAR</a>): 균등 가중치로, 전문 항공 전자 장비 공급업체들을 포함할 수 있는 중형 주식에 대한 보다 넓은 노출을 제공한다.
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차세대 안전 소프트웨어, 하드웨어 및 심지어 자율 비행 시스템 개발에 참여하는 기업들로 구성된다.
Global X 미래 분석 기술 ETF(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIQ#NASDAQ">AIQ</a>): 항공 우주 중심이 아니지만, 안전 및 위험 감소 시스템에 인공지능(AI)을 적용하는 기업들에 노출된다.
조종석 알림이 AI 기반 패턴 인식으로 더욱 정교해짐에 따라, AIQ와 같은 펀드는 곧 이륙 준비가 될 수 있다.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">왜 지금인가?</h2>
연결된 점들을 살펴보자:
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<li>파일럿 부족이 증가하면서 안전 기술에 대한 의존도가 높아진다.</li>
<li>혼잡한 공항과 더 빠듯한 비행 일정이 실수의 여지를 높인다.</li>
<li>고위험 사고(예: 샌프란시스코에서의 에어 캐나다 근접 사고 또는 2006년 콤에어(Comair) 추락사고)가 규제 기관과 항공사들을 행동으로 이끌고 있다.</li>
<li>공공 인식: 항공사들은 증가하는 우려 속에서 안전에 돈을 쓰고 있다는 것을 보여주고 싶어한다.</li>
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요약하자면, 조종석 경의 급증은 단순한 안전 이야기가 아닌 기술 채택에 관한 이야기이며, 시장에서 실제 항공 연료가 어디에 있는지를 보여준다.
현재 조종석 경보는 항공기 내에서 짖어대고 있지만, 주주들도 관심을 가질 수 있다. 항공 안전 기술이 조용히 하늘로 날아오르고 있으며, 이에 대한 노출이 있는 ETF들이 다음으로 부드러운 비행을 할 수 있다.

다음 읽기:
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<li><a href="https://kr.benzinga.com/news/usa/stocks/%EC%97%94%EB%B9%84%EB%94%94%EC%95%84%EA%B0%80-%EC%84%B8%EA%B3%84%EC%97%90%EC%84%9C-%EA%B0%80%EC%9E%A5-%EA%B0%80%EC%B9%98-%EC%9E%88%EB%8A%94-%EC%A3%BC%EC%8B%9D%EC%9C%BC%EB%A1%9C-%EB%8C%80%EB%91%90/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">엔비디아가 세계에서 가장 가치 있는 주식이 되었다; 반도체 ETF 재고를 다시 생각할 시간인가?</a></li>
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블랙록은 최신 보고서에서 가속화되는 지정학적 분열과 전 세계적인 국가 안보 강조를 배경으로 방위 산업 분야를 주요 투자 기회로 강조했다.
금융 대기업 블랙록은 특정 지역과 기술에 대한 집중도를 높이고 있으며, 특히 미국에 강한 선호도를 보이고 있다. 블랙록에 따르면, 미국은 SIPRI 데이터가 보여주는 대로 "유럽보다 두 배 이상 많은 국방 예산을 지출"하는 등 국방 지출 규모에서 두드러진다.
또한 미국은 가장 첨단 국방 및 국방 기술 기업들의 본거지로, 많은 국가의 핵심 시스템인 항공 및 미사일 방어 시스템의 주요 공급업체 역할을 하고 있다.
방위 산업 내에서는 블랙록이 방위 기술 분야에서 큰 잠재력을 강조하고 있다. 이 광범위한 분야는 인공지능(AI)과 소프트웨어 기업뿐 아니라 반도체 등 고급 방위 능력을 지원하는 필수적인 IT 서비스와 하드웨어를 포함한다.
블랙록은 향후 몇 년간 수많은 민간 방위 기술 기업이 기업공개(IPO)를 진행할 것으로 예상하며, 이는 공공 시장 투자자들에게 이 확장 중인 분야에 새로운 투자 기회를 제공할 것이다. 우주 기술은 또 다른 관심 분야로, 전략적 경쟁의 심화로 인해 혜택을 볼 것으로 예상된다.
블랙록은 "지정학적 분열과 AI 분야의 전략적 경쟁이 강화되면서 국가안보와 회복력에 대한 글로벌 관심이 높아지고 있으며, 이는 방위 분야에 기회를 창출하고 있다"고 지적했다. 이는 기술 우위와 강력한 국가안보 인프라가 핵심이 되는 선택적 방위 투자 접근 방식을 강조한다.
다음은 투자자들이 고려할 수 있는 일부 방산 및 방산 기술 주식과 글로벌 상장지수펀드(ETF) 목록이다.
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<td>YTD 성과</td>
<td>1년 성과</td>
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<td>팔란티어 테크놀로지스 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>)</td>
<td>86.09%</td>
<td>479.14%</td>
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<td>제너럴 다이내믹스 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GD#NYSE">GD</a>)</td>
<td>8.16%</td>
<td>-5.43%</td>
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<td>노스롭 그루먼 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOC#NYSE">NOC</a>)</td>
<td>6.76%</td>
<td>16.02%</td>
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<td>록히드 마틴 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>)</td>
<td>-2.03%</td>
<td>0.20%</td>
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<td>보잉 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>)</td>
<td>17.13%</td>
<td>12.40%</td>
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<td>RTX (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>)</td>
<td>25.69%</td>
<td>43.01%</td>
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<td>제너럴 일렉트릭 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GE#NYSE">GE</a>)</td>
<td>46.99%</td>
<td>54.36%</td>
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<td>트랜스다임 그룹름 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TDG#NYSE">TDG</a>)</td>
<td>17.27%</td>
<td>10.74%</td>
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<td>하우멧 에어로스페이스 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HWM#NYSE">HWM</a>)</td>
<td>58.53%</td>
<td>123.36%</td>
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<td>액손 엔터프라이즈 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXON#NASDAQ">AXON</a>)</td>
<td>31.31%</td>
<td>167.59%</td>
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<td>L3해리스 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LHX#NYSE">LHX</a>)</td>
<td>21.10%</td>
<td>11.36%</td>
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<td>글로벌 방산 ETF</td>
<td>YTD 성과</td>
<td>1년 성과</td>
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<td>iShares 미국 항공우주 및 방산 ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITA#BATS">ITA</a>)</td>
<td>26.34%</td>
<td>37.32%</td>
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<td>인베스코 항공우주 및 방산 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PPA#NYSE">PPA</a>)</td>
<td>19.61%</td>
<td>32.01%</td>
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<td>SPDR S&amp;P 항공우주 및 방산 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XAR#NYSE">XAR</a>)</td>
<td>21.61%</td>
<td>41.72%</td>
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<td>글로벌 X 방산 기술 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SHLD#NYSE">SHLD</a>)</td>
<td>56.94%</td>
<td>74.59%</td>
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<td>ARK 우주 탐사 및 혁신 ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKX#BATS">ARKX</a>)</td>
<td>15.13%</td>
<td>50.24%</td>
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<td>다이렉시온 데일리 항공우주 및 방산 강세 3배 주식 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DFEN#NYSE">DFEN</a>)</td>
<td>75.10%</td>
<td>78.38%</td>
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<td>SPDR S&amp;P 켄쇼 미래 보안 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FITE#NYSE">FITE</a>)</td>
<td>8.48%</td>
<td>30.78%</td>
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세계 지도자들이 캐나다에서 G7 정상회담을 열고 경제 협력을 논의하던 중, 도널드 트럼프 미국 대통령은 갑자기 G7 방문을 단축하고 에어포스 원에 탑승해 자신이 "훨씬 더 큰 문제"라고 묘사한 이란의 핵 개발 영구 중단을 위해 움직였다. 이스라엘이 이란 영토 깊숙이 공격을 가하고 이란이 보복을 위협하는 가운데, 투자자들은 장기화된 지정학적 위기의 ETF 수준 영향에 대비하고 있다.
무슨 일 있었나: 트럼프는 이란과 이스라엘 간의 휴전 제안을 단호히 거부하며 대신 "종식. 진정한 종식. 휴전이 아닌 종식"을 요구했다. 워싱턴으로 향하는 도중 발표한 이러한 발언은 시장들로부터 이미 긴장된 갈등이 더욱 악화될 수 있다는 신호로 해석되었다. 글로벌 주식 시장은 비교적 안정적이지만, 표면 아래에서는 상황이 다르다. 에너지, 방산, 금 관련 ETF들이 새로운 위험 신호를 보이고 있다.
<h3>에너지 ETF, 원유 공급 위협에 반응</h3>
이란의 치명적인 미사일 공격으로 주요 바잔(Bazan) 원유 정제소가 폐쇄되고, 이란 원유 수출이나 호르무즈 해협을 통한 운송 중단 가능성에 대한 우려가 고조되면서 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/commodities/25/06/45965846/israel-is-pounding-irans-energy-infrastructure-and-its-sending-these-oil-etfs-soaring-but-it-maybe-bad-news-at-the-gas-pump" target="_blank" rel="noopener">에너지 관련 ETF가 상승세를 보이고 있다.</a>
에너지 선택 섹터 SPDR 펀드(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>)와 뱅가드 에너지 ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VDE#NYSE">VDE</a>)는 유가가 공급 우려로 상승하면서 이번 주 소량의 유입을 경험했다. 미국 석유 펀드(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USO#NYSE">USO</a>)는 원유 선물에 대한 직접적인 투자로, 거래량이 증가했으며, 화요일(17일)에 4.72% 상승했다.
<h3>방산 ETF, 전쟁 태세 강화로 상승</h3>
트럼프의 발언과 함께 미국 군대의 배치, 특히 중동으로 향하는 USS 니미츠 항공모함 전단 배치로 인해 방산 및 항공우주 주식에 대한 투자 심리가 강화되었다.
iShares 미국 항공우주 및 방산 ETF(BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITA#BATS">ITA</a>)와 SPDR S&amp;P 항공우주 및 방산 ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XAR#NYSE">XAR</a>)는 대통령의 발언 이후 다소 상승했다. Direxion Daily Aerospace &amp; Defense Bull 3X Shares(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DFEN#NYSE">DFEN</a>)와 같은 레버리지 상품도 관심을 끌었다.
<h3>외교 채널 약화로 안전자산 부상</h3>
국제 금융의 &#8216;핵 낙진 피난처&#8217;로 알려진 금 ETF는 느린 봄을 보낸 후 활기를 되찾고 있다. 트럼프의 "협상 기분이 아니다"라는 반복적인 발언과 테헤란에 대한 공격을 위협하는 게시물은 안전자산 수요를 되살렸다.
지난 금요일(13일) 이후 iShares Gold Trust(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IAU#NYSE">IAU</a>)와 SPDR Gold Shares ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>)는 소량이지만 지속적인 유입을 경험했다.
G7 회의 참석 중단은 트럼프 행정부가 외교에서 벗어나고 있다는 메시지를 시장에 전달했다. 위험 자산이 재난을 반영하지 않더라도 안전자산 ETF는 조용히 대비를 강화하고 있다.
<h3>중동 ETF, 불확실한 항로 탐색</h3>
지역 펀드는 갈등이 격화될 경우 심각한 타격을 입을 수 있다.
WisdomTree 중동 배당 펀드(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GULF#NASDAQ">GULF</a>)와 iShares MSCI 프론티어 및 선택 EM ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FM#NYSE">FM</a>)는 이란에 대한 직접적인 노출이 최소화되어 있지만, 지정학적 변동성에 직면했을 때 일반적인 자본 유출로 인해 손실을 입을 수 있다.
<h3>결론: 출구 전략 없는 엔드게임</h3>
시장은 일반적으로 긴장을 흡수할 수 있지만, 개방형 불확실성에는 어려움을 겪는다. "휴전 아닌 종식&#8221; 같은 키워드는 투자자들에게 이 전쟁이 어떻게 끝날지, 시장이 결국 어떤 비용을 치러야 할지 대한 단서를 거의 제공하지 않는다.
현재로선 ETF가 시장이 미래를 향해 조용히 투표하는 곳이며, 초기 지표는 거친 길을 준비하고 있음을 보여주고 있다.
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트럼프, 이스라엘-이란 전쟁 '휴전 아닌 종식' 원해···에너지, 방산 등 관련 ETF에 갖는 의미는?

수요일에 이스라엘과 하마스가 가자에서의 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/43011383/israel-gaza-ceasefire-hostage-exchange">휴전</a>에 대해 구두 합의한 후 방산 주식들이 약간 하락했다.
무슨 일이 있었나: 하마스는 수요일에 여러 인질 석방이 포함된 가자에서의 휴전 초안에 대해 수용했다고 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/43011383/israel-gaza-ceasefire-hostage-exchange">다수의 보도</a>가 전했다.
이 합의는 몇 달 간의 협상 후에 이루어진 것이며, 약 15개월 전에 시작된 중동에서의 전쟁을 잠재적으로 끝낼 수 있는 길을 열어준다. 이 구두 합의는 또한 도널드 트럼프 대통령 당선인의 취임을 불과 며칠 앞두고 이루어졌다.
트럼프는 진실 소셜에 &#8220;우리는 중동의 인질들에 대한 거래를 가지고 있다. 그들은 곧 석방될 것이다. 감사하다!&#8221;라고 게시했다.
이 거래에는 6주간의 휴전과 33명의 이스라엘 인질 석방이 포함되며, 대가로 팔레스타인 수감자들의 석방이 요구된다. 이스라엘은 여전히 이 거래를 비준해야 하지만, 목요일까지 투표가 예상된다.
관련 링크: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/43011383/israel-gaza-ceasefire-hostage-exchange">이스라엘과 하마스, 인질 교환이 포함된 휴전 합의: 알아야 할 사항</a>
록히드 마틴(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>), 노스롭 그루먼(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOC#NYSE">NOC</a>) 및 RTX(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>)와 같은 방산 주식은 휴전 보도가 나오면서 하락세를 보였다. 반면, 주요 지수들은 강세를 보이고 있었다. Global X Funds Global X Defense Tech ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SHLD#NYSE">SHLD</a>)와 SPDR S&amp;P Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XAR#NYSE">XAR</a>)도 뉴스에 따라 최고치에서 하락했다.
수요일 록히드 마틴의 주가는 0.091% 하락 마감했고, 노스롭 그루먼은 0.67% 그리고 RTX의 주가는 0.32% 하락 마감했다. 한편, SPDR S&amp;P 50(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>)은 1.82% 상승 마감했다.
방산 주식들은 중동에서의 전쟁이 지속됨에 따라 혜택을 보았으며, Global X Funds Defense ETF는 지난 1년 동안 35% 이상 상승한 것으로 나타났다. 방산 주식들은 정부 계약에 대한 의존도가 높기 때문에 갈등이 심화되는 시기에 상승하는 경향이 있다.
BP(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BP#NYSE">BP</a>), 쉐브론(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>) 및 코노코필립스(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COP#NYSE">COP</a>)와 같은 에너지 주식들도 휴전 뉴스에 따라 약간 하락했지만, 빠르게 반등했다.
United States Oil Fund(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USO#NYSE">USO</a>)는 수요일에 러시아 원유 수출에 대한 가장 광범위한 제재 발표 이후의 지속적인 모멘텀으로 52주 최고가인 $84.58을 기록했다.

다음 읽기:
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<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/42948649/goldman-sachs-warns-of-90-oil-risk-trump-may-not-ease-sanctions-once-he-takes-office">골드만삭스, 유가가 90달러에 이를 수 있다고 경고: &#8216;트럼프가 취임 후 제재를 완화하지 않을 수 있다&#8217;</a></li>
</ul>
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가자 지구 평화 협상으로 방산 주식 하락, 주요 지수는 상승: 무슨 일이?

지정학적 긴장이 고조되면서 정부의 무기 주문이 증가해 향후 3년 동안 글로벌 항공우주 및 방산 기업들의 현금 흐름이 급증할 것으로 예상된다.
무슨 일이 (What Happened): 버티컬 리서치 파트너스(Vertical Research Partners)는 전 세계 상위 15개 방산업체가 2026년에 520억 달러의 잉여 현금 흐름을 창출할 것으로 예상했는데, 이는 2021년 말 총 현금 흐름의 거의 두 배에 달하는 수치라고 파이낸셜 타임스(Financial Times)가 월요일 <a href="https://www.ft.com/content/5e368d70-b6e2-4433-a747-cdcfab061f27" target="_blank" rel="noopener">보도</a>했다.
보잉(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>)을 제외한 미국의 주요 방산업체 5곳은 2026년 말까지 260억 달러의 현금 흐름을 창출할 것으로 예상된다. 이는 2021년 금액의 두 배 이상이다. 유럽에서는 BAE 시스템스, 라인메탈(Rheinmetall), 사브(Saab)와 같은 거대 방산업체들의 합산 현금 흐름이 40% 이상 증가할 것으로 예상된다.
이 산업의 성장은 러시아의 우크라이나 침공과 중동 및 아시아의 긴장 고조에 대응하여 정부들이 예산을 강화함에 따라 군비 지출이 급격히 증가하는 것과 관련이 있다. 미국은 록히드 마틴(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>), RTX(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>), 노스롭 그루먼(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOC#NYSE">NOC</a>), 보잉, 제너럴 다이내믹스(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GD#NYSE">GD</a>) 및 그들의 공급업체들을 포함한 5대 방산 그룹의 무기 생산에 거의 130억 달러를 할당했다. 영국 국방부는 지난 3년 동안 우크라이나에 군사 지원을 위해 76억 파운드(100억 3천만 달러)를 약속했다.
추가 정보: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/08/40544194/robert-kiyosaki-kamala-harris-is-avocado-toast-her-lying-immoral-unethical-days-coming-to-an-end?itm_source=parsely-api" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">로버트 기요사키: &#8216;카멀라 해리스는 아보카도 토스트, 그녀의 거짓말, 비도덕적, 비윤리적 날들이 끝나가고 있다&#8217;</a>
이러한 정부 지출의 급증으로 인해 이미 주문량이 거의 기록적인 최고치에 이르렀다. 이 업계에서는 현재 자사주 매입, 배당금, 인수 등 잠재적인 옵션을 통해 증가하는 현금 흐름을 활용하는 방법에 대해 논의하고 있다.
왜 중요한가요 (Why It Matters): 이 업계의 최근 발전에는 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/24/04/38335201/pentagons-defense-innovation-unit-to-boost-startups-with-increased-funding-and-support" target="_blank" rel="noopener">자금과 지원을 늘려 스타트업을 육성</a>하려는 미 국방부의 국방혁신부(Defense Innovation Unit)의 계획, 록히드 마틴의 육군 계약을 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/23/12/36042512/lockheed-martin-doubles-down-on-army-contracts-as-nvidia-microsoft-intel-aid-defense-digitizatio" target="_blank" rel="noopener">두 배로 늘리고</a>, 제너럴 다이내믹스의 미국 국방부로부터 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/08/40181006/boost-for-us-defense-industry-general-dynamics-unit-wins-1-3b-contract-modification" target="_blank" rel="noopener">13억 달러 규모 계약 수정</a>이 포함된다.
그러나 보잉이 유죄를 인정한 후 미국 국방부와 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/24/07/39690807/how-boeings-guilty-plea-could-impact-us-defense-contracts" target="_blank" rel="noopener">협상하는 것</a>은 향후 계약 확보 능력에 잠재적으로 영향을 미칠 수 있다.
가격 움직임: 월요일 Invesco Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PPA#NYSE">PPA</a>)는 0.42% 하락, SPDR S&amp;P Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XAR#NYSE">XAR</a>)는 0.54% 하락했다.
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록히드 마틴 등 방산 기업들, 지정학적 긴장 고조에 $520억의 기록적인 현금 흐름 달성: 보도

제트기 동체의 주요 공급업체인 스피릿 에어로시스템즈 홀딩스(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPR#NYSE">SPR</a>)는 캔자스주 <a href="https://www.spiritaero.com/pages/release/spirit-statement-on-wichita-reduction-in-force/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">위치타 공장에서 직원</a>을 400~450명 감원한다고 밝혔다.
이번 감원은 스피릿의 최대 고객인 보잉(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>)의 생산 감소에 대한 대응이다.
스피릿은 "최근 상용 프로그램의 배송 속도가 느려지면서 위치타의 인력을 감축하게 되었다"라고 말했다.
원래 보잉의 일부였던 스피릿 에어로시스템즈는 현재 어려움의 핵심이었던 737 맥스(MAX) 제트기와 관련하여 심각한 품질 문제에 직면해 있다.
<a href="https://www.wsj.com/business/airlines/boeing-supplier-spirit-aerosystems-to-lay-off-hundreds-c032aac8?mod=hp_listb_pos3" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">월스트리트 저널</a>의 보고서에 따르면 약 13,000명의 직원을 고용하고 있는 위치타 시설은 이러한 문제의 진원지이다.
이번 해고는 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/05/38610474/airbus-demands-compensation-to-acquire-spirit-operations-report" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">에어버스</a> SE(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EADSY#OTC">EADSY</a>) 항공기용 부품을 제조하는 스피릿의 공장 통제와 관련하여 스피릿과 에어버스 간의 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/05/38610474/airbus-demands-compensation-to-acquire-spirit-operations-report" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">진행 중인 협상</a>으로 인해 보잉의 스피릿 인수 노력이 지연되는 것과 일치한다.
관련 기사: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/05/38878486/united-airlines-set-to-expand-as-faa-lifts-safety-limits" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">FAA가 안전 규제를 완화하면서 유나이티드 항공의 사업 확장 가능성 증가</a>
보잉 경영진은 품질 문제를 해결하려면 스피릿을 인수하는 것이 중요하다고 믿고 있다. 특히 위치타 공장은 지난 1월 알래스카항공(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALK#NYSE">ALK</a>) 사고와 관련된 동체를 생산해 결함 관리에 있어 오랜 문제가 부각됐다.
지난달, 보잉은 4억 2천 5백만 달러의 선지급금을 지불하여 스피릿이 품질 개선 비용을 부담할 수 있도록 돕기로 했다.
그럼에도 불구하고 스피릿은 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/05/38672413/spirit-aerosystems-encounters-headwinds-in-q1-as-boeing-737-issues-take-toll" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1분기에 상당한 손실을 기록</a>했으며 추가 자금 조달을 위해 잠재적인 금융 시장 개입을 암시했다.
팻 섀너핸 CEO는 회사가 현재 에어버스의 A350 및 A220 제트기 부품 생산에서 손실을 입고 있으며 에어버스와의 가격 인상 협상이 교착 상태에 있다고 언급했다.
보잉은 규제 조사와 품질 문제 해결 노력으로 생산 속도를 줄였고, 이로 인해 과잉 재고 관리를 위해 부품 주문이 감소했다.
보잉은 올해 후반기에 월 38대의 737을 생산하는 것을 목표로 하고 있지만, 현재 생산 속도는 여전히 낮다. 반면에 스피릿은 매월 42대의 737 동체를 제조할 수 있는 장비를 갖추고 있다.
스피릿 에어로시스템의 주식은 지난 12개월 동안 24% 이상 상승했다. 투자자들은 SPDR S&amp;P Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XAR#NYSE">XAR</a>) 및 IShares U.S. Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF(BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITA#BATS">ITA</a>)를 통해 이 주식에 노출될 수 있다.
주가 움직임: 금요일 스피릿 주가는 1.55% 하락한 30.51달러에 마감했다.
면책 조항: 이 콘텐츠는 인공지능 도구를 활용하여 일부 제작되었으며, Benzinga 편집인들이 검토하고 발행되었다.
계속 읽기: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/05/38845748/justice-department-accuses-boeing-of-2021-settlement-breach" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">정의부, 보잉에 2021 결의 위반 혐의</a>
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