Global X Defense Tech ETF (SHLD) Alternatives
Global X Defense Tech ETF (SHLD) belongs to the Technology Equities category. Below you'll find alternative ETFs from the same category, ranked by key criteria, plus funds that investors commonly compare with SHLD. Use the tables to find lower-cost options, better risk-adjusted returns, or funds that fit a different role in your portfolio.
Cheapest Alternatives to SHLD
SHLD charges 0.50% annually. Among ETFs in the Technology Equities category, these options have the lowest expense ratios among SHLD alternatives.
| Symbol | Name | Expense Ratio | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| State Street Technology Select Sector SPDR ETF | 0.08% | Dec 16, 1998 | SHLD vs XLK | |
| Fidelity MSCI Information Technology Index ETF | 0.08% | Oct 21, 2013 | SHLD vs FTEC | |
| Vanguard Information Technology ETF | 0.09% | Mar 25, 2004 | SHLD vs VGT | |
| Vanguard Communication Services ETF | 0.10% | Sep 23, 2004 | SHLD vs VOX | |
| Vaneck Technology Trusector ETF | 0.13% | Aug 20, 2025 | SHLD vs TRUT |
Best Risk-Adjusted Alternatives to SHLD
Among ETFs in the Technology Equities category, these options rank highest on PortfoliosLab's risk-adjusted score, which accounts for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency over a 1-year period.
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xtrackers Semiconductor Select Equity ETF | 96 | Jul 12, 2023 | SHLD vs CHPS | |
| VistaShares Artificial Intelligence Supercycle ETF | 95 | Dec 3, 2024 | SHLD vs AIS | |
| Roundhill Generative AI & Technology ETF | 95 | May 17, 2023 | SHLD vs CHAT | |
| First Trust Nasdaq Semiconductor ETF | 95 | Sep 20, 2016 | SHLD vs FTXL | |
| VanEck Semiconductor ETF | 95 | Dec 20, 2011 | SHLD vs SMH |
Top Performing SHLD Alternatives (YTD)
SHLD alternatives from the Technology Equities category, sorted by year-to-date return.
| Symbol | Name | YTD Return | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arm Holdings PLC ADRhedged ETF | 39.97% | Mar 13, 2025 | SHLD vs ARMH | |
| ASML Holding NV ADR Hedged ETF | 25.77% | Mar 13, 2025 | SHLD vs ASMH | |
| Invesco Semiconductors ETF | 19.68% | Jun 23, 2005 | SHLD vs PSI | |
| Tortoise AI Infrastructure ETF | 16.67% | Aug 4, 2025 | SHLD vs TCAI | |
| iShares U.S. Digital Infrastructure and Real Estat... | 15.26% | Jul 10, 2001 | SHLD vs IDGT |
Lowest Volatility Alternatives to SHLD
SHLD alternatives from the Technology Equities category, sorted by annualized volatility over the past year.
| Symbol | Name | Volatility 1Y | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clockwise Core Equity & Innovation ETF | 15.02% | Jan 27, 2022 | SHLD vs TIME | |
| State Street Technology Select Sector SPDR Premium... | 17.22% | Jul 29, 2025 | SHLD vs XLKI | |
| Global X AgTech & Food Innovation ETF | 19.32% | Jul 12, 2021 | SHLD vs KROP | |
| First Trust IndXX NextG ETF | 19.87% | Feb 17, 2011 | SHLD vs NXTG | |
| Vanguard Communication Services ETF | 20.34% | Sep 23, 2004 | SHLD vs VOX |
Lowest Drawdown Alternatives to SHLD
SHLD alternatives from the Technology Equities category, sorted by maximum drawdown over the past year.
| Symbol | Name | Max Drawdown 1Y | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global X AgTech & Food Innovation ETF | -11.29% | Jul 12, 2021 | SHLD vs KROP | |
| iShares U.S. Digital Infrastructure and Real Estat... | -12.23% | Jul 10, 2001 | SHLD vs IDGT | |
| First Trust IndXX NextG ETF | -12.49% | Feb 17, 2011 | SHLD vs NXTG | |
| REX FANG & Innovation Equity Premium Income ETF | -12.91% | Oct 11, 2023 | SHLD vs FEPI | |
| Invesco Dynamic Networking ETF | -12.94% | Jun 23, 2005 | SHLD vs PXQ |
Other ETFs from Global X
Most popular Global X ETFs on PortfoliosLab, across asset classes.
| Symbol | Name | Category | Risk / Return Rank | YTD Return | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global X NASDAQ 100 Covered Call ETF | Derivative Income | 72 | 0.02% | Dec 12, 2013 | SHLD vs QYLD | |
| Global X Uranium ETF | Commodity Producers Equities | 93 | 13.34% | Nov 4, 2010 | SHLD vs URA | |
| Global X Copper Miners ETF | Materials | 94 | 6.35% | Apr 19, 2010 | SHLD vs COPX | |
| Global X Artificial Intelligence & Technology ETF | Large Cap Growth Equities | 66 | -8.24% | May 11, 2018 | SHLD vs AIQ | |
| Global X Robotics & Artificial Intelligence Themat... | Robotics, Technology Equities | 37 | -8.31% | Sep 12, 2016 | SHLD vs BOTZ | |
| Global X Silver Miners ETF | Precious Metals | 94 | 7.85% | Apr 19, 2010 | SHLD vs SIL | |
| Global X S&P 500 Covered Call ETF | Derivative Income, S&P 500 | 56 | -1.04% | Jun 24, 2013 | SHLD vs XYLD | |
| Global X SuperDividend ETF | Global Equities, Dividend | 91 | 6.70% | Jun 8, 2011 | SHLD vs SDIV | |
| Global X DAX Germany ETF | Europe Equities | 28 | -7.59% | Oct 22, 2014 | SHLD vs DAX | |
| Global X US Infrastructure Development ETF | Utilities Equities | 87 | 6.32% | Mar 6, 2017 | SHLD vs PAVE |
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