VanEck Defense UCITS ETF (DFNS.L)
DFNS.L is a passive ETF by VanEck tracking the investment results of the MarketVector™ Global Defense Industry Index. DFNS.L launched on Mar 31, 2023 and has a 0.55% expense ratio.
ETF Info
| ISIN | IE000YYE6WK5 |
|---|---|
| Issuer | VanEck |
| Inception Date | Mar 31, 2023 |
| Category | Aerospace & Defense |
| Index Tracked | MarketVector™ Global Defense Industry Index |
| Domicile | Ireland |
| Distribution Policy | Accumulating |
| Asset Class | Equity |
Expense Ratio
DFNS.L features an expense ratio of 0.55%, falling within the medium range.
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Performance
Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in VanEck Defense UCITS ETF, comparing it to the performance of the S&P 500 index or another benchmark. All prices have been adjusted for splits and dividends.
Returns By Period
VanEck Defense UCITS ETF had a return of 58.82% year-to-date (YTD) and 63.56% in the last 12 months.
| Period | Return | Benchmark |
|---|---|---|
| Year-To-Date | 58.82% | 25.45% |
| 1 month | 12.18% | 2.91% |
| 6 months | 29.98% | 14.05% |
| 1 year | 63.56% | 35.64% |
| 5 years (annualized) | N/A | 14.13% |
| 10 years (annualized) | N/A | 11.39% |
Monthly Returns
The table below presents the monthly returns of DFNS.L, with color gradation from worst to best to easily spot seasonal factors. Returns are adjusted for dividends.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2.07% | 12.95% | 5.54% | -2.28% | 4.70% | -1.32% | 3.73% | 5.81% | 1.32% | 5.18% | 58.82% | ||
| 2023 | 1.19% | 2.35% | 9.98% | 5.27% | -2.40% | -2.60% | 0.27% | 7.84% | 2.00% | 25.73% |
Risk-Adjusted Performance
Risk-Adjusted Performance Rank
The current risk-adjusted rank of DFNS.L is 95, placing it in the top 5% of ETFs on our website in terms of risk-adjusted performance. This ranking is based on the combined values of the indicators listed below.
Risk-Adjusted Performance Indicators
The charts below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for VanEck Defense UCITS ETF (DFNS.L) and compare them to a chosen benchmark (^GSPC). These indicators evaluate an investment's returns against its associated risks.
Dividends
Dividend History
Drawdowns
Drawdowns Chart
The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.
Worst Drawdowns
The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the VanEck Defense UCITS ETF. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.
The maximum drawdown for the VanEck Defense UCITS ETF was 8.31%, occurring on Oct 4, 2023. Recovery took 9 trading sessions.
The current VanEck Defense UCITS ETF drawdown is 0.88%.
Depth | Start | To Bottom | Bottom | To Recover | End | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -8.31% | Aug 7, 2023 | 42 | Oct 4, 2023 | 9 | Oct 17, 2023 | 51 |
| -6.65% | Jul 17, 2024 | 14 | Aug 5, 2024 | 7 | Aug 14, 2024 | 21 |
| -6.25% | Oct 18, 2023 | 9 | Oct 30, 2023 | 10 | Nov 13, 2023 | 19 |
| -6.03% | Apr 18, 2023 | 12 | May 4, 2023 | 9 | May 18, 2023 | 21 |
| -5.59% | Aug 30, 2024 | 6 | Sep 6, 2024 | 11 | Sep 23, 2024 | 17 |
Volatility
Volatility Chart
The current VanEck Defense UCITS ETF volatility is 6.60%, representing the average percentage change in the investments's value, either up or down over the past month. The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.