U.S. Global Investors, Inc. announced the launch of its first actively managed exchange-traded fund, the U.S. Global Technology and Aerospace & Defense ETF (WAR), which began trading on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on December 30, 2024. The WAR ETF is designed to provide diversified exposure to industries addressing global demand for defense and technological advancements. It focuses on sectors such as semiconductors, artificial intelligence (AI), data centers, cybersecurity, aerospace, and electronic warfare.
The new ETF applies the company’s proprietary Smart Beta 2.0 investment strategy, combining quantitative and fundamental analysis to identify opportunities for long-term outperformance. This launch builds on the success of existing thematic ETFs like the U.S. Global Jets ETF (JETS). The WAR ETF aims to capitalize on significant market trends, including global military expenditures that reached a record $2.4 trillion in 2023.
The global semiconductor market is projected to surpass $1 trillion by 2030, driven by growth in defense applications and AI integration. Additionally, the global AI market is estimated to reach approximately $826 billion by 2030. The WAR ETF positions U.S. Global Investors to benefit from these substantial growth projections in critical technology and defense sectors.
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