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KDEF ETF Explained: The U.S.-Listed Way to Own Korean Defense Stocks in 2026

KDEF is the first U.S.-listed ETF dedicated to Korean defense — Hanwha, Hyundai Rotem, KAI, LIG Nex1. Here's the holdings, costs, performance, and how it compares to alternatives.

Korea Markets · 9 min read

Korean Defense Stocks: Why K-Arms Are Europe’s Go-To Arsenal 2026

Korea's "Big 4" defense firms — Hanwha, KAI, Hyundai Rotem, LIG Nex1 — have built a $69 billion order backlog and are reshaping how Europe buys weapons. Here's the investor's guide.