iShares US Aerospace & Defense ETF
An exchange-traded fund providing exposure to US companies within the aerospace and defense sectors
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iShares US Aerospace & Defense ETF has a low dividend yield of 0.75%, which may not attract dividend-focused investors. If you invested $1000 you would be paid $7.50 a year in dividends (based on the last 12 months).
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Explore BasketWhy You’ll Want to Watch This Stock
Sector Exposure Play
ITA concentrates on aerospace and defence leaders, useful for thematic allocations. Remember sector concentration can amplify gains and losses.
Geopolitics Matter
Defence budgets and international tensions can materially affect companies in the fund, creating potential volatility and idiosyncratic moves.
Innovation & Cycles
Aerospace innovation and aircraft demand can drive growth, but the sector is cyclical and sensitive to macro and budgetary shifts.
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