Gold (GLD) or Gold Mining (GDX): Which ETF is Better?
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Gold ETFs are experiencing a significant rally driven by multiple factors including trade tariffs, geopolitical tensions, potential interest rate cuts, and strong central bank buying. Both GLD and GDX have seen substantial gains, with GDX outperforming GLD year-to-date.
March 20, 2025 | 5:15 pm
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VanEck Gold Miners ETF has climbed 32.3% year-to-date, leveraging gold price increases and potential growth in mining companies.
GDX offers leveraged exposure to gold prices through mining stocks, which can amplify gains during bull markets in precious metals.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 85
RELEVANCE 100
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GLD has gained 15.6% year-to-date, benefiting from gold's surge past $3,050 and driven by safe-haven demand and potential interest rate cuts.
GLD directly tracks gold prices and has seen significant gains due to current market conditions including geopolitical tensions, potential rate cuts, and central bank buying.
CONFIDENCE 95
IMPORTANCE 90
RELEVANCE 100