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BGLD performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of July 24, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +1.27% | -5.24% | -4.05% | +8.45% | +64.52% | +68.66% |
| Flows | +$2M | +$2M | -$352K | -$11M | +$42M | +$51M |
Characteristics
This fund is actively managed; it does not track an index. This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Active |
| Strategy | Options Strategies |
| Provider | First Trust |
| N° of holdings | 0 |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | January 21, 2021 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +12.01% | +11.41% | +10.16% | +9.51% |
Max drawdown | -6.86% | -12.17% | -12.17% | -14.35% |
Max drawdown duration | 54d | 144d | 144d | 421d |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | N/A | 182d |
What type of ETF is BGLD?
BGLD is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Commodity assets. It is managed by First Trust.
What does BGLD invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Gold. It is part of the segment: Options Strategies.
What is the expense ratio of BGLD?
The total expense ratio (TER) of BGLD is 0.91%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was BGLD launched?
BGLD was launched on January 21, 2021, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of BGLD?
BGLD is issued by First Trust.
What is the AUM of BGLD?
As of July 24, 2026, BGLD manages $50.83 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has BGLD performed recently?
As of July 24, 2026, BGLD delivered a return of 1.27% over the past month (1M performance), -5.24% over the past three months (3M), and -4.05% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for BGLD?
As of July 24, 2026, BGLD has seen net flows of +$2M in the past month (1M flow) and -$352K year-to-date (YTD).
Does BGLD pay dividends?
As of July 24, 2026, BGLD has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 46.25%.
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