BUG — Global X Cybersecurity ETF
Technology Ranked #423 of 458 tracked ETFs · Issued by Global X Funds
BUG Price Performance — Growth of $10,000
Value of a $10,000 investment in BUG over time, compared with SPY. Both lines are rebased to $10,000 on the first shared date. Based on total returns — prices are adjusted for dividends and splits, so this assumes distributions were reinvested. Hover or tap the chart for exact values.
BUG Drawdown
The "underwater" chart: BUG's decline from its highest prior value at each point in time. It shows how deep past losses ran and how long the fund took to recover to break-even.
What If You'd Invested in BUG?
See what a lump sum in BUG would have grown to, with the option to add a regular monthly contribution on top. Figures use total returns — dividends are assumed reinvested.
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Overview
The Global X Cybersecurity ETF, identified by the ticker BUG, operates within the Technology category and is issued by Global X Funds. This fund has accumulated assets under management of $1.20 billion and currently trades at a price of $37.08 per share. It holds an overall rank of #423 out of 458 tracked ETFs across all categories, receiving an ETFValuer grade of D with a score of 38.8 out of 100. The fund charges an expense ratio of 0.5% and offers a dividend yield of 0.03%. With 17 ETFs tracked in its specific category, the fund's current AUM and price position suggest a moderate level of investor adoption relative to the broader universe of 458 funds. The combination of a low yield and a mid-tier expense ratio reflects the fund's focus on capital appreciation rather than income generation.
Over the last trading day, the fund recorded a decline of 1.12%, followed by a further drop of 3.08% over the past week. Despite these short-term losses, the fund posted a modest gain of 0.19% for the month and a significant surge of 38.31% over the three-month period. This momentum continued into the six-month horizon with a return of 22.50%, while year-to-date performance stands at 24.64%. The one-year return is recorded at 4.20%, contrasting with a robust three-year return of 52.08%. The data indicates a pattern where short-term volatility has been overshadowed by strong medium-term and long-term gains, suggesting a recovery or acceleration phase after recent dips.
The fund carries a Very High volatility label and a beta of 1.15, indicating that its price movements tend to be more pronounced than the broader market. A Sharpe ratio of -0.02 suggests that the risk-adjusted returns have been minimal or negative relative to the risk taken over the measured period. This risk profile is further highlighted by a maximum drawdown of -37.69%, which represents the largest peak-to-trough decline experienced by the fund. The combination of high beta and significant drawdown implies that the fund is prone to sharp declines during market downturns. While the fund has delivered substantial returns over three years, the negative Sharpe ratio and high volatility metrics point to a turbulent investment experience for investors holding the position.
AI-generated summary based on the data on this page.
BUG Top Holdings
| # | Holding | % of Net Assets | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | OKTA, INC. | 7.46% | $88M |
| 2 | CROWDSTRIKE HOLDINGS, INC. | 7.31% | $86M |
| 3 | FORTINET, INC. | 7.29% | $86M |
| 4 | PALO ALTO NETWORKS, INC. | 7.00% | $82M |
| 5 | AKAMAI TECHNOLOGIES, INC. | 6.47% | $76M |
| 6 | SAILPOINT, INC. | 5.51% | $65M |
| 7 | RUBRIK, INC. | 4.94% | $58M |
| 8 | ZSCALER, INC. | 4.76% | $56M |
| 9 | TENABLE HOLDINGS, INC. | 4.52% | $53M |
| 10 | GEN DIGITAL INC. | 4.47% | $52M |
Holdings as of 2026-05-31 per the fund's most recent SEC N-PORT-P filing. Top 10 holdings make up 59.7% of net assets — a rough gauge of concentration risk (the higher this figure, the more the fund's return depends on a handful of names). To see how BUG's holdings overlap with other ETFs you own or are considering, check the Stock Overlap tool.
Which Funds Overlap With BUG
Holding two funds that own the same companies adds cost and complexity without adding much diversification. These tracked ETFs share the most names with BUG's top 10 — CIBR overlaps most, holding 5 of the same companies as BUG's top 10 (32.8% of BUG's assets).
| ETF | Name | Shared Companies | BUG Weight | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIBR | First Trust NASDAQ Cybersecurity ETF | 5 | 32.8% | CROWDSTRIKE HOLDINGS, INC., PALO ALTO NETWORKS, INC., FORTINET, INC.… |
| VFQY | Vanguard U.S. Quality Factor ETF Shares | 1 | 7.3% | FORTINET, INC. |
| IGV | iShares Expanded Tech-Software Sector ETF | 1 | 7.0% | PALO ALTO NETWORKS, INC. |
Compares the top 10 reported holdings of each fund, so it's a floor on true overlap — two S&P 500 trackers overlap ~100% even when only 10 names are listed. Use the Stock Overlap tool to search by individual company.
Market Backdrop
10-Year Treasury Yield: 4.61% (as of 2026-07-28) — The yield on 10-year US Treasury bonds — the standard "risk-free rate" benchmark used to contextualize this fund’s Sharpe ratio and returns.
CBOE Volatility Index (VIX): 18.21 (as of 2026-07-28) — A real-time gauge of expected S&P 500 volatility over the next 30 days — useful context for this fund’s own volatility label.
Federal Funds Rate: 3.63% (as of 2026-06-01) — The Federal Reserve’s target policy rate, which anchors short-term borrowing costs across the economy.
What BUG's Fees Cost You
BUG charges an expense ratio of 0.50% a year, deducted automatically from the fund's value. Small percentages compound into real money — adjust the figures below to see the impact on your own numbers.
Assumes a constant gross return and no additional contributions — a simplification, but it isolates exactly what the expense ratio costs. Try the full fee calculator to model contributions and compare any two funds.
BUG Dividend Income Estimator
BUG currently yields 0.03%. Enter an amount to see the income that implies, or set a monthly income target to see the investment it would take.
Based on the fund's current trailing yield, which varies with price and distributions — treat it as an estimate, not a guarantee. Yields are not adjusted for tax.
BUG Liquidity, Domicile & Tax Treatment
Liquidity: Quoted bid/ask spread is 0.24% and average daily volume is 1.2M/day. Tighter spreads and higher volume mean lower round-trip trading costs; this is a live-market snapshot and can widen during volatile sessions. AUM of $1.20B provides ample scale, supporting tight spreads and issuer commitment to keep the fund open.
Domicile & tax treatment: BUG is a US-domiciled, SEC-registered ('40 Act) exchange-traded fund. Dividends and capital gains distributions are reported to US investors on Form 1099-DIV, and the fund is not subject to the PFIC reporting or UCITS-specific rules that apply to Irish- or Luxembourg-domiciled funds. Non-US investors should note that US-domiciled ETFs are generally subject to 30% US withholding tax on dividends (unless reduced by treaty) and to US estate tax exposure on the position — Irish-domiciled UCITS ETFs tracking the same index often avoid both, which is why non-US residents frequently prefer the UCITS equivalent where one exists. This is general information, not tax advice — consult a tax professional for your situation.
BUG Performance History
| Period | Return |
|---|---|
| 1-Day | -1.12% |
| 1-Week | -3.08% |
| 1-Month | +0.19% |
| 3-Month | +38.31% |
| 6-Month | +22.50% |
| YTD | +24.64% |
| 1-Year | +4.20% |
| 3-Year | +52.08% |
How BUG Compares to Other Technology ETFs
| Rank | Grade | Ticker | Name | 1-Year | Exp. Ratio | AUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #37 | B+ |
SMH | VanEck Semiconductor ETF | +73.57% | 0.35% | $77.2B |
| #42 | B+ |
SOXX | iShares Semiconductor ETF | +90.10% | 0.34% | $47.8B |
| #70 | B |
XLK | State Street Technology Select Sector SPDR ETF | +26.81% | 0.08% | $124B |
| #75 | B |
SOXQ | Invesco PHLX Semiconductor ETF | +82.97% | 0.19% | $2.77B |
| #100 | B |
VGT | Vanguard Information Technology Index Fund ETF Shares | +25.25% | 0.09% | $169B |
| #125 | B |
PSI | Invesco Semiconductors ETF | +96.11% | 0.56% | $3.10B |
| #128 | B |
FTEC | Fidelity MSCI Information Technology Index ETF | +25.56% | 0.084% | $21.0B |
| #134 | B |
XSD | State Street SPDR S&P Semiconductor ETF | +66.63% | 0.35% | $3.48B |
| #140 | B |
IYW | iShares U.S. Technology ETF | +25.56% | 0.38% | $25.4B |
| #154 | B |
IGM | iShares Expanded Tech Sector ETF | +26.24% | 0.39% | $10.7B |
| #266 | C |
CIBR | First Trust NASDAQ Cybersecurity ETF | +20.13% | 0.58% | $13.8B |
| #313 | C |
HACK | Amplify Cybersecurity ETF | +20.31% | 0.6% | $2.59B |
| #399 | D |
SKYY | First Trust Cloud Computing ETF | +10.33% | 0.6% | $2.72B |
| #413 | D |
FDN | First Trust Dow Jones Internet Index Fund | -1.83% | 0.49% | $4.98B |
| #423 | D |
BUG | Global X Cybersecurity ETF | +4.20% | 0.5% | $1.20B |
| #433 | D |
IGV | iShares Expanded Tech-Software Sector ETF | -18.15% | 0.39% | $13.5B |
| #443 | F |
XSW | State Street SPDR S&P Software & Services ETF | -5.64% | 0.35% | $402M |