Gold (GLD)
Gold is often considered a unique asset class due to its historical reputation as a store of value and a hedge against inflation and currency devaluation. It is a popular investment choice for diversifying a portfolio and can provide stability during times of economic uncertainty. While it does not generate cash flow like stocks or bonds, gold can offer potential capital appreciation and act as a buffer against market downturns. Investors may choose to allocate a certain percentage of their portfolio to gold as part of a balanced investment strategy.
Performance & Returns
Total Return by Period
Updated: Jan 16, 2026
| 1 Day | 1 Week | 28 Days | 90 Days | 1 Year | 3 Years | 5 Years | 10 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.48% | 1.65% | 5.58% | 8.30% | 68.11% | 137.23% | 146.18% | 305.16% |
Total Return by Year
| 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26.85% | 12.84% | -0.63% | 92.00% | 25.03% | 17.98% | -1.76% | 12.91% | 8.31% |
10 Year Performance
| Total Return | Annualized Return | CAGR | Max Drawdown | Sharpe Ratio | Sortino Ratio | Calmar Ratio | Ulcer Index |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 305.16% | 15.13% | 15.05% | -41.03% | 0.82 | 1.16 | 0.37 | 0.08 |
Asset Allocation
| Asset Class | Symbol | Weight % |
|---|---|---|
| SPDR Gold Shares | GLD | 100.0 |
Total Return Graph
No Taxes, No Rebalancing.