Why Some ETF Investors May Like Closed-End Funds
Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and closed-end funds (CEFs) are wrappers that share basic similarities. While ETFs are much newer, they have become the preferred vehicle for many investors due to their tax efficiency, transparency, and simplicity.
Why The Moody's Downgrade Puts This Dividend Duo In Bullish Mood
As I'm sure you have heard, Moody's downgraded US debt last weekend.
Gold's Record Run in 2025: Here Are 3 Ways to Ride the Surge
Despite a brief pullback from recent highs, gold has been on a historic run in 2025, surging to record levels as investors flock to the precious metal as a haven. Gold broke above the $3,000 mark for the first time in March and rallied nearly 15% over the past month to touch a record high near $3,500.
Analysts See $4,000 Gold: 3 Ways to Invest at Varied Risk Levels
Despite gold hitting its huge milestone of $3,000 per ounce, several analysts are calling for gold to hit an even more monumental level: $4,000. Analysts at JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs see gold getting to $4,000 by mid-2026.
Does Wall Street's Sell-Off Have You Interested in Gold? 2 ETFs You'll Want to Dig Into.
The S&P 500 (^GSPC 0.74%) is down over 10% from highs set earlier this year. The Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC 1.26%) dropped more than 20% from previous highs at one point and currently sits close to 15% down.
GDXY: YieldMax Strikes Out On Gold
YieldMax Gold Miners Option Income Strategy ETF offers high income but underperforms due to its capped upside, making it less appealing in a bullish gold market. GDXY trades options on GDX, leveraging gold miners' volatility for income, but this strategy results in lower total returns compared to GDX and GLD. The fund's near-50% distribution rate is attractive, but the erosion of the share price over time diminishes its overall appeal for long-term investors.
Final Trade: GDX, T, HYG, MP
The final trades of the day with CNBC's Melissa Lee and the Fast Money traders.
GDX: Expect The Outperformance To Continue
GDX, the largest precious metals mining ETF, has outperformed the market, up 22% YTD, despite recent market turbulence and substantial outflows. GDX has underperformed gold over 1, 3, and 5 years, suggesting more room for growth, especially with a low forward P/E ratio around 13. The higher tariff environment and economic contraction fears have led to market liquidation, but gold and gold miners are expected to continue outperforming.
Risk/Reward Ratio for Gold Miners Remains Attractive
With no clear direction on where the economy may be heading, gold is thriving amid the uncertainty. That said, the risk/reward ratio is an attractive option for long-term investors as well as short-term traders.
GDX: Gold Miners Due For A Pause, Bullish Long-Term Trend
GDX has outperformed the S&P 500 since 2016 and produced alpha over gold, with a 27% gain since my last analysis. GDX is a large ETF with $14.9 billion AUM, offering leveraged exposure to gold prices and holding major global gold mining firms. The ETF's valuation remains attractive with a low P/E ratio of 12.9, though price action suggests prudence due to key resistance levels.
Gold Mining ETF (GDX) Hits New 52-Week High
For investors seeking momentum, VanEck Gold Miners ETF GDX is probably on the radar. The fund just hit a 52-week high and has moved up 55% from its 52-week low of $28.91 per share.
Final Trade: GDX, BIDU, TJX, TGT
The final trades of the day with CNBC's Melissa Lee and the 'Fast Money' traders.
