U.S. Global GO GOLD and Precious Metal Miners ETF Price & Performance (GOAU)

Gold has reached an unprecedented $3,000 per ounce, driven by global economic uncertainty, central bank buying, and trade tensions. The SPDR Gold Shares ETF has surged 14% year-to-date, reflecting gold's safe-haven appeal. Analysts predict further gains as geopolitical risks and limited mining supply continue to bolster demand.1

The VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF has broken a 13-year downtrend, signaling a potential bull market. The ETF, which tracks small-cap mining companies, recently hit a 52-week high. Analysts see opportunity in gold equities as trade wars and inflation fears drive commodity prices upward.23

Gold mining stocks are outperforming gold itself, with the VanEck Gold Miners ETF up 20% in 2025. Rising inflation and geopolitical risks are fueling demand for gold equities. Central banks' aggressive bullion purchases and favorable valuations are attracting investors to this resilient sector.31