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IAU — Ishares Gold Trust
Over the last 15 years (2011-08 – 2026-09), $10,000 invested in IAU with dividends reinvested grew to $25,537 — 6.38% a year — with a worst peak-to-trough fall of -42.59%. Past performance doesn't predict future results.
Growth of $10,000 · 2011-08 – 2026-09 · dividends reinvested
About IAU
iShares Gold Trust is a commodity exchange-traded fund designed to provide direct exposure to the price of gold through physically held bullion. The trust’s shares are backed by allocated gold bars, making it a straightforward vehicle for investors seeking a simple way to track gold market movements without handling storage, security, or insurance logistics. Managed by BlackRock’s iShares platform, the fund is used by market participants looking for liquid, transparent access to precious metals within a portfolio. iShares Gold Trust plays a practical role in the financial market as a gold-focused product that reflects the metal’s day-to-day pricing while operating as an exchange-traded structure.
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