PLUS Korea Defense Industry Index ETF

Frequently Asked Questions About KDEF

What does KDEF invest in?

This investment product typically allocates its capital to the underlying assets that constitute its benchmark index. That index is specifically engineered to reflect the financial results of South Korean enterprises with a strong connection to the defense sector, officially referred to as "Korea Defense Companies." During standard operating periods, the fund is obligated to invest a minimum of 80% of its total net assets—encompassing any borrowed funds utilized for investment—in the constituent securities of this index. It functions as a non-diversified portfolio.

What is the expense ratio of KDEF?

PLUS Korea Defense Industry Index ETF (KDEF) charges an expense ratio of 0.65%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

How big is KDEF?

PLUS Korea Defense Industry Index ETF (KDEF) manages $92.0M in total assets. AUM determines bid-ask liquidity and the fund's vulnerability to closure. Funds below ~$50M are at higher risk of liquidation.

Is KDEF actively managed or an index fund?

KDEF's management style is described in the fund's prospectus. See the description on the Summary tab for the published strategy.

When was KDEF launched?

PLUS Korea Defense Industry Index ETF (KDEF) launched in February 2025 and is managed by PLUS.

How has KDEF performed?

KDEF's total return (price change plus reinvested distributions) is charted at the top of this page. Switch the price chart to Total Return and pick a 1-year, 3-year, 5-year, or 10-year window to read the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over each horizon.