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VanEck Gold Miners ETF
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Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of March 9, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -0.37% | +26.05% | +18.94% | +153.98% | +296.57% | +240.80% |
| Flows | +$366M | +$2.19B | +$1.67B | +$313M | -$3.19B | -$3.20B |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +51.58% | +41.17% | +33.27% | +32.69% |
Max drawdown | -17.22% | -18.46% | -27.67% | -46.13% |
Max drawdown duration | 28d | 55d | 396d | 855d |
Time to recover | 21d | 37d | 223d | 695d |
Replication quality
Data as of February 27, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
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Exposure
Data as of January 31, 2026Countries
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Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 48
Top 15 Holdings
Characteristics
The VanEck Gold Miners ETF is built to track the MarketVector Global Gold Miners NTR Index - USD. This ETF provides physical exposure - by owning its shares you earn the return of the securities composing the index (as the ETF holds them directly).
This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Passive |
| Provider | VanEck |
| N° of holdings | 48 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | - |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | May 16, 2006 |
| ESG | No |
What type of ETF is GDX?
GDX is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by VanEck.
What index does GDX track?
GDX tracks the MarketVector Global Gold Miners NTR Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does GDX invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Gold Miners Equities. It is part of the segment: Uncategorized Equities.
What is the expense ratio of GDX?
The total expense ratio (TER) of GDX is 0.51%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was GDX launched?
GDX was launched on May 16, 2006, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of GDX?
GDX is issued by VanEck.
What is the AUM of GDX?
As of March 9, 2026, GDX manages $32.40 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has GDX performed recently?
As of March 9, 2026, GDX delivered a return of -0.37% over the past month (1M performance), 26.05% over the past three months (3M), and 18.94% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for GDX?
As of March 9, 2026, GDX has seen net flows of +$366M in the past month (1M flow) and +$1.67B year-to-date (YTD).
Does GDX pay dividends?
As of March 9, 2026, GDX has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 0.62%.
How many holdings are in GDX
As of January 31, 2026, GDX holds 48 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is GDX?
As of January 31, 2026, GDX holds 48 securities, with 67.37% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of GDX?
As of January 31, 2026, GDX holds a portfolio of 48 underlyings, with its largest positions including AGNICO EAGLE MINES LTD, NEWMONT CORP and CA06849F1080. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does GDX invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, GDX has its largest geographic exposures in Canada, USA and Australia.
What sectors or themes does GDX focus on?
As of January 31, 2026, GDX is primarily exposed to Materials.
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