VanEck Gold Miners ETF

NYSE ARCA: GDX
$33.12
+$0.07 (+0.2%)
Closing price April 24, 2024
The VanEck Gold Miners ETF offers investors exposure to the gold mining industry. Managed by Van Eck Associates Corporation, this fund invests globally in companies involved in gold and silver mining, including those operating in the materials and metals sectors. It aims to mirror the performance of the NYSE Arca Gold Miners Index, focusing on both growth and value stocks across a range of market capitalizations. Established in 2006, it provides a way for investors to tap into the precious metals market through a diversified portfolio of mining stocks.
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