Compare SPDR Gold (GLD) vs. iShares Gold (IAU)

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GLD vs. IAU (Gold ETFs)

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GLD vs. IAU (Gold ETFs)

Symbol	ETF Name	Price & Change	Expense Ratio	AUM	1 Year %	Smart Score	Follow
GLD	SPDR Gold Shares	416.74 +4.81 (+1.17%)	0.40%	$154.27B	+73.19%
IAU	iShares Gold Trust	85.34 +1 (+1.19%)	0.25%	$70.96B	+73.38%

Performance Comparison

GLD

SPDR Gold Shares

416.74

176.11

73.19%

IAU

iShares Gold Trust

85.34

36.12

73.38%

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GLD vs. IAU (Gold ETFs) - FAQ

Which GLD vs. IAU (Gold ETFs) stocks have a "Strong Buy" analyst rating?

These GLD vs. IAU (Gold ETFs) stocks currently have a "Strong Buy" analyst rating consensus:

None of the selected stocks have a “Strong Buy” analyst rating consensus.

Are GLD vs. IAU (Gold ETFs) stocks overpriced?

SPDR Gold Shares's stock price is currently $416.74, and its average 12-month price target is N/A.

iShares Gold Trust's stock price is currently $85.34, and its average 12-month price target is N/A.

Which GLD vs. IAU (Gold ETFs) stocks pay dividends?

SPDR Gold Shares does not currently pay dividends.

iShares Gold Trust does not currently pay dividends.

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