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: Dec 29, 2025
| 1 Day | 1 Week | 28 Days | 90 Days | 1 Year | 3 Years | 5 Years | 10 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -4.35% | -2.36% | 2.27% | 12.13% | 65.12% | 134.97% | 124.31% | 292.86% |
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% | -10.58% |
10 Year Performance
| Total Return | Annualized Return | CAGR | Max Drawdown | Sharpe Ratio | Sortino Ratio | Calmar Ratio | Ulcer Index |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 292.86% | 14.83% | 14.71% | -42.05% | 0.80 | 1.13 | 0.35 | 0.08 |
Asset Allocation
| Asset Class | Symbol | Weight % |
|---|---|---|
| SPDR Gold Shares | GLD | 100.0 |
Total Return Graph
No Taxes, No Rebalancing.