Compare GDX vs. GDXJ ETF performance
Comparing 2 ETFs | Performance (July 14, 2026 - August 14, 2026) |
GDX GDXJ |
Comparison analysis VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX) and VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF (GDXJ) belong to the Uncategorized Equities industry segment. Both funds use a Direct (Physical) replication method to follow their index and a replication model of Full replication. Both GDX and GDXJ distribute dividends, with a TTM distribution yield of 0.70% and 2.25% respectively. Both funds invest in the same top 3 sectors: Non-Energy Materials and Other. GDX’s top underlying securities are Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd. (10.54%), Newmont Corp. (10.50%) and Barrick Mining Corp. (7.96%). GDXJ’s top underlying securities are Evolution Mining Ltd. (6.51%), Alamos Gold, Inc. (6.28%) and Equinox Gold Corp. (6.26%). With a Total Expense Ratio (TER) of 0.51%, GDX is cheaper than GDXJ, with 0.51%. GDX has a 3M average daily volume (ADV) of +$1.61B vs. +$579M for GDXJ. The recorded 1Y bid-ask spread is +2.23bps (GDX) and +5.24bps (GDXJ). The table below shows the full side-by-side ETF comparison of GDX and GDXJ, with detailed data on performance, flows, liquidity, exposure to individual stocks, segments, sectors, and geographies, helping you select the best ETFs. |
GDXJ VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF - USDThis ETF provides exposure to Small Cap Equities ISIN US92189F7915 |
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Product Type | Passive ETF | Passive ETF | ||
Strategy | Long only | Long only | ||
NAV | $89.97 | $117.74 | ||
AuM | - | - | ||
TER | 0.51% | 0.51% | ||
Rating | Not rated | |||
Provider | ||||
Investment strategy | VanEck Vectors® Gold Miners ETF (GDX®) seeks to replicate as closely as possible, before fees and expenses, the price and yield performance of the NYSE Arca Gold Miners Index (GDMNTR), which is intended to track the overall performance of companies involved in the gold mining industry. | VanEck Vectors® Junior Gold Miners ETF (GDXJ®) seeks to replicate as closely as possible, before fees and expenses, the price and yield performance of the MVIS® Global Junior Gold Miners Index (MVGDXJTR), which is intended to track the overall performance of small-capitalization companies that are involved primarily in the mining for gold and/or silver. | ||
Dividend policy | Distribution | Distribution | ||
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Performance and flows | Perf. Flows | Perf. Flows | ||
1 month | +20.47% To view, create a free account | +20.29% To view, create a free account | ||
3 months | -4.44% | -6.67% | ||
1 year | +56.96% | +65.16% | ||
3 years | +221.11% | +256.28% | ||
5 years | +195.29% | +200.45% | ||
Month to date | +21.15% | +22.84% | ||
Quarter to date | +19.38% | +19.83% | ||
Year to date | +4.59% | +3.07% | ||
Volatility and risk | 1 year 3 years 5 years | 1 year 3 years 5 years | ||
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Number of holdings | 60 | 110 | ||
Weight of top 15 holdings | ||||
Top 15 holdings | Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd. Newmont Corp. Barrick Mining Corp. Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. Anglogold Ashanti Plc Franco-Nevada Corp. Kinross Gold Corp. Gold Fields Ltd. Pan American Silver Corp. Northern Star Resources Ltd. Coeur Mining, Inc. Royal Gold, Inc. Alamos Gold, Inc. Evolution Mining Ltd. Industrias Peñoles SAB de CV To view, create a free account | Evolution Mining Ltd. Alamos Gold, Inc. Equinox Gold Corp. Endeavour Mining Plc Coeur Mining, Inc. Industrias Peñoles SAB de CV First Majestic Silver Corp. IAMGOLD Corp. Hecla Mining Co. Eldorado Gold Corp. Harmony Gold Mining Co. Ltd. Lundin Gold, Inc. OceanaGold Corp. DPM Metals, Inc. G Mining Ventures Corp. To view, create a free account | ||
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Trackinsight replication rating | Not rated | |||
Tracking error (1Y) | ||||
Tracking difference (1Y) | ||||
1Y cumulative return difference | Best -16.09bps Worst -169.54bps | Best -59.30bps Worst -708.16bps | ||
Daily return difference | Avg +0.04bps Worst -65.22bps | Avg +0.40bps Worst -122.29bps | ||
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Frequently asked questions about GDX and GDXJ
How did GDX and GDXJ perform in 2026?
As of 8/14/2026, GDX has delivered a year-to-date performance of 4.59%, while GDXJ has returned 3.07%.
Which ETF is seeing higher flows: GDX or GDXJ?
As of 8/14/2026, GDX has recorded +€957M in net flows YTD, compared to -€926M for GDXJ since the beginning of the year.
Which ETF shows higher volatility: GDX or GDXJ?
As of 8/14/2026, GDX reported a 1-year volatility of 47.07%, whereas GDXJ registered volatility 50.33% over the same period.
How do GDX and GDXJ differ in sector exposure?
As of 8/14/2026, GDX is primarily exposed to sectors such as Non-Energy Materials, weight 99.61%. The top sectors in GDXJ feature Non-Energy Materials, weight 99.23%.
How do GDX and GDXJ differ in geographic exposure?
As of 8/14/2026, GDX has its largest country exposures in Canada, weight 55.68%, USA, weight 22.58% and Australia, weight 8.59%. The top countries in GDXJ feature Canada, weight 50.15%, Australia, weight 18.77% and USA, weight 12.78%.
How do GDX and GDXJ differ in terms of holdings?
As of 8/14/2026, GDX include Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd., weight 10.54%, Newmont Corp., weight 10.50% and Barrick Mining Corp., weight 7.96%. The top positions in GDXJ feature Evolution Mining Ltd., weight 6.51%, Alamos Gold, Inc., weight 6.28% and Equinox Gold Corp., weight 6.26%.
Is GDX or GDXJ more diversified?
As of 8/14/2026, GDX holds 60 securities, with 68.00% of its assets allocated to its top 15 positions. GDXJ, by comparison, includes 110 holdings and has 51.96% concentrated in its top 15.
Which ETF has a higher distribution yield: GDX or GDXJ?
As of 8/14/2026, GDX has a trailing 12-month yield of 0.70%, while GDXJ offers 2.25%.
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