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iShares MSCI Global Gold Miners ETF (RING)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/13/2025: RING (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Number of Analysts
Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $0
1 Year Target Price $0
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 31.72% | Avg. Invested days 42 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | ETF Returns Performance  5.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 06/13/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.79 | 52 Weeks Range 26.92 - 45.63 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 26.92 - 45.63 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
iShares MSCI Global Gold Miners ETF
ETF Overview
Overview
The iShares MSCI Global Gold Miners ETF (RING) seeks to track the investment results of an index composed of global equities of companies involved in gold mining.
Reputation and Reliability
BlackRock is one of the largest asset managers globally, known for its iShares ETF family and its established reputation.
Management Expertise
BlackRock has extensive experience and expertise in managing ETFs across various asset classes, including specialized sectors like gold mining.
Investment Objective
Goal
To track the investment results of an index composed of global equities of companies involved in gold mining.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: Tracks a market-cap-weighted index of global gold mining companies.
Composition Primarily holds stocks of companies engaged in the extraction, refinement, and exploration of gold.
Market Position
Market Share: RING holds a substantial market share in the gold mining ETF category, but faces competition from other prominent gold mining ETFs.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 449570000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- GDX
- GDXJ
Competitive Landscape
The gold mining ETF market is dominated by a few major players. RING offers a broad global exposure, while competitors may focus on specific regions or market cap segments. Advantages of RING include BlackRock's brand and global reach, while disadvantages include slightly higher expense ratios compared to some competitors.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance varies with gold prices and market conditions, as well as overall market trends..
Benchmark Comparison: The ETF's performance is closely tied to its benchmark, the MSCI ACWI Select Gold Miners Investable Market Index, so that performance will be similar.
Expense Ratio: 0.39
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
The average trading volume of RING is moderate, allowing for relatively easy entry and exit for most investors.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread is typically tight, reflecting good liquidity and relatively low transaction costs.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Gold mining ETFs are sensitive to gold prices, inflation expectations, interest rates, and geopolitical risks.
Growth Trajectory
Growth is dependent on the outlook for gold prices and the performance of gold mining companies; changes in market conditions and investor sentiment can influence its trajectory.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
RING benefits from BlackRock's established brand and distribution network, providing access to a broad investor base. Its global exposure differentiates it from some competitors focused on specific regions. It provides access to a portfolio of gold mining companies across the globe. The investment strategy is relatively straightforward, appealing to investors seeking direct exposure to gold miners. However, this also means the ETF is susceptible to fluctuations in gold prices and operational risks within the mining industry.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
The ETF exhibits relatively high volatility due to the inherent fluctuations in gold prices and the operational risks associated with mining companies.
Market Risk
The ETF is exposed to market risk, including fluctuations in gold prices, geopolitical events, and economic downturns.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Investors seeking exposure to the gold mining sector, as a hedge against inflation, or for portfolio diversification.
Market Risk
Suitable for long-term investors with a moderate to high risk tolerance, as well as active traders seeking to capitalize on short-term gold price movements.
Summary
iShares MSCI Global Gold Miners ETF (RING) offers a convenient way to invest in the global gold mining industry. The ETF tracks a market-cap-weighted index, providing exposure to a diverse portfolio of gold mining companies worldwide. While offering diversification benefits and a potential hedge against inflation, it's subject to gold price volatility and company-specific risks. RING's performance hinges on the health of the gold mining sector and macroeconomic factors influencing gold demand.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- iShares Official Website
- ETF.com
- Morningstar
Disclaimers:
The data provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Investment decisions should be made based on individual circumstances and after consulting with a qualified financial advisor.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About iShares MSCI Global Gold Miners ETF
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The fund generally will invest at least 80% of its assets in the component securities of the underlying index and in investments that have economic characteristics that are substantially identical to the component securities of the underlying index. The index has been developed by MSCI Inc. (the index provider or MSCI) to target a minimum of 30 companies in developed and emerging markets that are involved in the business of gold mining. The fund is non-diversified.
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