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GDX ETF · VanEck Gold Miners ETF (AU)
Performance & flows
Historic performance and flows
| 1M | 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | MTD | QTD | YTD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -0.07%  | +18.36%  | +129.75% | +271.59% | +273.55%  | -10.30% | +13.32% | +13.32% | |
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Historical risk/return profile
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Returns | +18.36% | +129.75%  | +271.59% | +273.55% |
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SMH | VanEck Semiconductor ETF | €38.66B |
GDX | VanEck Gold Miners ETF | €27.9B |
MOAT | VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat ETF | €10.78B |
GDXJ | VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF | €9.17B |
DFEN | VanEck Defense UCITS ETF | €8.09B |
Through forward-looking, intelligently designed active and ETF solutions, VanEck offers value-added exposures to emerging industries, asset classes and markets as well as differentiated approaches to traditional strategies. Global player based in New York, founded in 1955, ranked among the 10 best providers of ETFs in the United States, VanEck also has a strong presence in Europe (Germany, Switzerland, the Netherlands) as well as a presence in Asia and Australia. VanEck is different from other asset managers by being privately held, allowing them to focus on clients’ long-term interests, constantly been at the forefront of innovation and whose ETFs are transparent with no synthetic replication and no lent out.
Via Offical websiteFrequently asked questions about GDX
What does VanEck Gold Miners ETF (AU), GDX, invest in?
GDX is a Passive ETF. This ETF provides exposure to Gold Miners Equities.
Which benchmark or index does GDX replicate?
GDX tracks the NYSE Arca Gold Miners NTR Index - AUD, through a full replication replication method.
What is the Total Expense ratio (TER) of GDX?
GDX carries a total expense ratio (TER) of 0.53%, indicating the annual cost for holding the fund.
When was GDX launched?
GDX was introduced to the market on June 26, 2015. It trades on Australia
Who is the ETF issuer of GDX?
VanEck Gold Miners ETF (AU), GDX, is provided by VanEck. Learn more about VanEck here.
What is the current assets under management (AUM) of GDX?
GDX oversees €1.06B in assets as of March 10, 2026.
How has GDX performed lately?
Based on data from March 10, 2026, GDX returned -0.07% over the past month, 18.36% over the last three months and 13.32% year-to-date.
What are the latest inflows or outflows for GDX?
As of March 10, 2026, GDX recorded net flows of -€11M over the last month and +€6.8M year-to-date.
Does GDX distribute dividends?
GDX follows a distributing dividend policy, meaning it pays out income to investors. As of March 10, 2026, its 12-month trailing yield was 0.44%.
What are the main country or region exposures of GDX?
As of January 31, 2026, GDX has significant geographic allocations in Canada, USA and Australia.
In which sector or theme does GDX invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, GDX focuses largely on Materials.
How many securities does GDX hold and how diversified is it?
As of January 31, 2026, GDX holds 75 positions in its portfolio, with 62.54% of assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the main positions in GDX?
As of January 31, 2026, GDX top three holdings include NEWMONT CORP, AGNICO EAGLE MINES LTD and BARRICK GOLD.
What is the base currency of GDX?
The base currency of GDX is AUD.
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