Solactive is excited to partner again with Themes ETFs in launching the Solactive Transatlantic Aerospace & Defense Index, which serves as the underlying index for the Themes Transatlantic Defense ETF. Responding to evolving international dynamics, this ETF focuses on investment opportunities arising from increased defense spending among NATO nations. Furthermore, it addresses the growing demand for cutting-edge technology and defense systems in these markets. With NATO’s collective security commitments and defense partnerships, the sector benefits from a foundation of long-term stability.
The Solactive Transatlantic Aerospace & Defense Index represents a rules-based selection of equities headquartered in NATO member countries and classified within relevant aerospace and defense industry segments. Focusing on this core geographic alliance, the index aims to provide targeted exposure to the evolving dynamics supporting long-term demand within these industries.
Index constituents are selected from the Solactive GBS Global Markets All Cap USD Index, based on minimum liquidity criteria. Weighting is based on free-float market capitalization subject to concentration limits to avoid overweighting of the largest companies. The rebalance process ensures timely constituent changes every quarter.
The ETF is listed on 11th October on the Nasdaq with the ticker code “NATO”.
Timo Pfeiffer, Chief Markets Officer at Solactive, commented: “Our collaboration with Themes ETFs provides investors tailored access to a sector that benefits from both technological advancements and defense spending trends. We are always committed to providing client-oriented services to their evolving needs.”
Jose C Gonzalez, Chief Executive Officer at Themes ETFs, comments: “The Themes Transatlantic Defense ETF (Ticker: NATO) offers targeted exposure to defense companies headquartered in NATO member states, uniquely positioned to capitalize on rising defense spending amid recent geopolitical tensions. As nations prioritize military modernization and security innovation, this ETF provides investors with access to firms at the forefront of advancing transatlantic defense strategies.”
Disclosure
The Themes Transatlantic Defense ETF (Ticker: NATO) is neither sponsored by nor affiliated with The North Atlantic Treaty Organization.
