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The State Street SPDR S&P Aerospace & Defense ETF offers a lower expense ratio and focuses on manufacturers rather than airline operators. The U.S. Global Jets ETF has higher volatility as indicated by its beta and five-year maximum drawdown.
Invesco Aerospace & Defense ETF offers a slightly lower expense ratio and holds significantly larger assets under management (AUM) than U.S. Global Jets ETF U.S. Global Jets ETF provides a higher trailing-12-month dividend yield but has experienced much deeper drawdowns over the last five years The two funds offer distinct industrial focuses, with Invesco Aerospace & Defense ETF targeting defense and space while U.S. Global Jets ETF tracks commercial airline operators
The U.S. Global Jets ETF is down 4% Wednesday, extending a two-day decline after challenging all-time highs last week.
The latest government data reveals that U.S. airlines spent $6.66 billion on jet fuel in May 2026.
Fuel costs for U.S. airlines jumped 85% in May to nearly $6.7 billion as the Middle East conflict drove up prices, the U.S. Transportation Department said Monday.
Defense spending is surging while airline profits are under pressure. The choice between these two funds comes down to which story you believe in more.
July 4 travel is set to stay strong despite inflation and high gas prices. These ETFs could benefit from holiday spending trends.
Federal aviation regulators are preparing to mandate the use of technology that would help pilots see nearby aircraft.
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