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The WisdomTree Asia Defense Fund strives to mirror the overall financial performance, including both price appreciation and income, of the WisdomTree Asia Defense Index, prior to accounting for any fees or expenses. The underlying Index is designed to pinpoint and track key companies in the defense and related industries throughout Asia. It aims to offer investors access to firms that stand to benefit from the increasing military spending and technological innovation across the continent. Ultimately, this fund provides a structured way for investors to tap into this specialized market through a varied selection of holdings.
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For decades, Japan's military spending was tame compared to other developed nations with comparably sized economies. But in recent years, the Land of the Rising Sun kicked defense spending into high gear.
For decades, Japan’s military spending was tame compared to other developed nations with comparably sized economies.
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