A head-to-head comparison of SPDR S&P Aerospace & Defense ETF and VegaShares SpaceX & Beyond Earth ETF covering yield, cost, risk, and income potential.
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State Street Global Advisors (SSGA) is one of the largest ETF providers globally, known for its flagship SPDR suite of exchange-traded products that serve both institutional and retail investors across a broad range of asset classes. Their 88-fund lineup spans diverse strategies including sector exposure (Select Sector SPDR), income generation (Income and Select Sector SPDR Premium Income families), commodities (including the widely-held GLD gold ETF), bonds, ESG-focused investments, and thematic allocations, with popular tickers like DIA (Diamonds Trust), FEZ (Eurozone exposure), and JNK (high-yield bonds) among their most recognized funds. The issuer is characterized by its comprehensive coverage across multiple market segments and its emphasis on both traditional index-based products and specialized strategies like covered call income funds and factor-based investing.
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VegaShares operates a focused suite of two income-focused ETFs designed to generate regular distributions through options strategies and dividend investing. The firm's lineup includes ODTE and VAIE, both emphasizing yield generation for investors seeking regular cash flow. With a specialized niche in options-based and dividend income strategies, VegaShares targets investors prioritizing distributions over capital appreciation.
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Tracks the S&P Aerospace & Defense Select Industry Index, an equal-weighted index of U.S. aerospace and defense companies.
Provide exposure to the fund's underlying index or strategy per issuer materials.
Asset class
Equity
Equity
Inception date
09/28/2011
06/15/2026
Beta
1.26
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Last dividend
$0.0620
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Ex-dividend date
06/22/2026
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— Distribution yield, last dividend, and ex-dividend date are not yet available because XSPC launched June 2026; these fields will populate after the first distribution.
Bottom lineChoose XAR if you want higher current income (0.09% while XSPC makes no distribution). Choose XSPC if you want broad equity exposure.
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Total returns
XAR has outpaced XSPC over the year to date, posting a 5.84% total return against -26.01%. Figures are total returns: price change plus every distribution reinvested.
Total return with all distributions reinvested on the ex-dividend date, split-adjusted, as of July 31, 2026. YTD and 1Y are cumulative; longer windows are annualized. “Since Jun 2026” measures every fund from June 16, 2026 — the youngest fund's first trading day — so all funds share one comparison window.
Quick verdict
XAR (SPDR S&P Aerospace & Defense ETF) and XSPC (VegaShares SpaceX & Beyond Earth ETF) are both ETFs, but they take different approaches.
XAR currently shows a 0.09% distribution yield. XSPC has not yet established a full distribution history, so a comparable yield figure is not available.
XAR is cheaper with an expense ratio of 0.35% compared to 0.75%.
XAR has $5.95B in assets vs $1.85M for XSPC, but XSPC only launched June 2026 — AUM comparisons will become more meaningful as it builds a track record.
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On a $10,000 investment, XAR would generate roughly $0.75/month, while XSPC has no reported distribution yield yet, so a monthly income estimate is not available, at current distribution rates.
XAR yield0.09%
XSPC yield—
Cost & efficiency
Over 10 years on $10,000, XAR would cost approximately $350 in fees vs $750 for XSPC (simplified, not compounded). The $400.00 difference may be offset by yield or performance.
XAR ER0.35%
XSPC ER0.75%
Strategy & risk
XAR tracks S&P Aerospace & Defense Select Industry Index, while XSPC is an ETF.
XAR beta1.26
XSPC beta—
Fund details
XAR is managed by State Street (launched 09/28/2011) with $5.95B in assets. XSPC is managed by VegaShares (launched 06/15/2026) with $1.85M in assets.
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Frequently asked questions
Which of XAR or XSPC pays more dividend income?
XAR currently reports a distribution yield, while XSPC has not yet established a full distribution history. A direct income comparison is not yet meaningful — check back once both funds have published several consecutive distributions.
What is the difference between XAR and XSPC?
XAR (SPDR S&P Aerospace & Defense ETF) tracks S&P Aerospace & Defense Select Industry Index, while XSPC (VegaShares SpaceX & Beyond Earth ETF) is an ETF. They are issued by State Street and VegaShares respectively.
Can I hold both XAR and XSPC?
Yes — nothing prevents holding both. Whether the combination actually diversifies depends on how much the underlying exposures overlap, which isn't fully measurable from the data on this page; review each security's holdings, sector, and strategy before treating them as complementary.
Which has lower fees, XAR or XSPC?
XAR has an expense ratio of 0.35% while XSPC charges 0.75%. Lower fees mean more of your investment returns stay in your pocket over time.
How much income does $10,000 in XAR vs XSPC generate?
At current rates, $10,000 in XAR would generate roughly $0.75 per month ($9.00 annually). XSPC has not established a distribution history yet, so a monthly income estimate is not available.
Which has performed better historically, XAR or XSPC?
XAR has outpaced XSPC over the year to date, posting a 5.84% total return against -26.01%. Figures are total returns: price change plus every distribution reinvested. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
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