GLD isn't the cheapest gold-backed ETF in the US market but it is far and away the largest by AUM and is generally more liquid than large peer IAU based on average daily dollar volume.

Similarly, SPDR Gold Trust ETF (NYSE:GLD), the world's largest physically-backed gold exchange-traded fund, gained 2.46% in the last month and 9.42% since 2025 began. Asset Monthly Gains +/- ...

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And at 24/7, we’ve always recommended in a good allocation, asset allocation program to hold, 5% or hold 3% in your portfolio of gold or some, like the GLD, civil spiders, gold, ETF hold 3% or 5 ...

SPDR Gold Shares ETF (GLD) was the first U.S.-listed exchange-traded fund (ETF) backed by a physical asset -- gold. It holds bullion stored in secure vaults with its custodians, HSBC ( HSBC 1.61% ...

To start off, gold (represented by the GLD ETF) gained 25.9% during the year’s first six months. Meanwhile, silver (represented by the SLV ETF) gained 24.14% in H1 of 2025.

Gold's meteoric rise above $3,000/oz has boosted demand for gold-linked ETFs. GLD offers safe haven, GDX offers leveraged exposure. Multiple drivers behind gold's rally.

Similarly, SPDR Gold Trust ETF GLD, the world's largest physically-backed gold exchange-traded fund, gained 2.46% in the last month and 9.42% since 2025 began. Get Started.