Gold ETFs have played an expanding role in how investors access gold.
SPDR Gold Shares (GLD) was the first one on the market, an advantage that still benefits the ETF today. Since launching in 2004, it has grown to over $125 billion in net assets.
Gold ETFs as a whole have jumped to $222 billion after strong interest and performance during the first three quarters of 2025.
But, what’s the best Gold ETF?
This post originally appeared at Morningstar.