The Defiance Drone and Modern Warfare ETF has high-beta exposure to modern defense and drone sectors, distinct from traditional defense ETFs. JEDI's unique weighting favors small, highly traded stocks, resulting in concentrated holdings and elevated volatility compared to sector peers. Recent catalysts, including a historic +50% U.S. defense budget request and Middle East conflict, have driven strong inflows and momentum into JEDI.
The Defiance Drone and Modern Warfare ETF offers targeted exposure to next-generation warfare technology, such as unmanned vehicles, as part of the defense modernization trends. JEDI is rated Buy, driven by robust US defense spending, a $1.5T 2027 budget outlook, and multi-year growth in munitions and advanced systems. Top holdings like RDW and ONDS are positioned for substantial growth via contracts in spacecraft infrastructure, UASs, and private defense networks.
| Name | Quantity | Cost | Value | Profit ($) | Gain (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JD Jim Dushek HARBOUR INVESTMENTS Inc. | 290 | $7,418.2 | $7,161.55 | -$256.65 | -3.46% |
| YH Yanjuan Huang Vienna Asset Management LLC | 15,343 | $392,473.94 | $363,782.53 | -$28,691.41 | -7.31% |
Jim Clark Worth Asset Management LLC | 6,935 | $177,882.75 | $163,874.05 | -$14,008.7 | -7.88% |
Mark Mowrey Signature Resources Capital Management LLC | 49 | $1,253 | $1,146.6 | -$106.4 | -8.49% |
| AIM Advyzon Investment Management LLC Advyzon Investment Management, LLC | 10,223 | $261,504 | $237,173.6 | -$24,330.4 | -9.3% |
| ARCA Exchange | US Country |
The company is dedicated to tracking the performance of the BITA Drone & Modern Warfare Select Index. This index encompasses firms specializing in various advanced technologies and services associated with military applications, including military drones, artificial intelligence in warfare, and military information technology. The firm aims to provide investors with exposure to an extensive range of sectors that are pivotal in modern military operations, which includes unmanned systems, communication warfare, intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance (ISR), missile systems, military cybersecurity, robotics, and beyond. As a commitment to its investment strategy, the company invests a minimum of 80% of its net assets into these sectors under normal market conditions.
The company focuses on enterprises manufacturing or utilizing military drones, which have become essential for reconnaissance, surveillance, and combat operations. These drones enhance operational capabilities while minimizing risk to personnel.
Investment is directed towards companies employing artificial intelligence in military strategies and operational planning. AI technologies improve decision-making and automate processes, making military operations more efficient and effective.
The company backs firms that deliver IT solutions tailored specifically for military applications, ensuring secure communications and data management in complex defense environments.
Investments encompass a broad array of unmanned systems, which include aerial, ground, and maritime vehicles. These systems play crucial roles in surveillance, logistics, and combat, streamlining military operations.
Support is provided to companies involved in electronic warfare initiatives, focusing on disrupting enemy communications and enhancing operational effectiveness through innovative technologies.
The firm invests in ISR capabilities that support decision-making processes in military operations, offering vital insights through advanced data collection and analysis.
Investments include companies developing technologies for space defense and missile systems, crucial for national security and deterrence strategies.
Investment is directed towards companies specializing in military-grade cybersecurity solutions, vital for protecting sensitive information and maintaining operational integrity in the digital landscape.
The company seeks to invest in robotics firms that enhance military capabilities through automation, developing systems that can perform complex tasks in dangerous environments.