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iShares MSCI Global Gold Miners ETF (RING)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: 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.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 42.49% | Avg. Invested days 48 | 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 08/14/2025 |
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 the gold mining industry, providing exposure to businesses that mine gold.
Reputation and Reliability
BlackRock is a leading global asset manager with a strong reputation and a long track record of managing ETFs.
Management Expertise
BlackRock has extensive experience and expertise in managing sector-specific ETFs and leveraging its global research capabilities.
Investment Objective
Goal
To track the investment results of an index composed of global equities of companies involved in the gold mining industry.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: The ETF employs a passive management strategy, attempting to replicate the performance of the MSCI ACWI Select Gold Miners Investable Market Index.
Composition The ETF primarily holds stocks of companies engaged in gold mining activities worldwide.
Market Position
Market Share: RING holds a substantial market share within the gold mining ETF category, though volatile based on gold prices and investor sentiment.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 1020000000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX)
- VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF (GDXJ)
- Sprott Gold Miners ETF (SGDM)
Competitive Landscape
The gold miners ETF market is competitive, with several large players like GDX and GDXJ dominating. RING's strength lies in BlackRock's brand and its diversified global exposure, but it faces competition from more focused or leveraged ETFs that may appeal to different investor risk profiles. Fees are competitive amongst the group.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance varies with gold prices; past performance is not indicative of future results.
Benchmark Comparison: The ETF's performance is closely correlated with its benchmark, the MSCI ACWI Select Gold Miners Investable Market Index.
Expense Ratio: 0.39
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
The average daily trading volume is moderate, providing sufficient liquidity for most investors.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread is typically tight, minimizing transaction costs.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
The ETF is influenced by gold prices, global economic conditions, interest rates, and geopolitical events.
Growth Trajectory
Growth depends heavily on gold prices, investor sentiment towards precious metals, and the performance of the underlying gold mining companies.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
RING benefits from BlackRock's established reputation and extensive resources, offering investors a reliable and cost-effective way to gain exposure to the global gold mining sector. Its diversification across global gold miners and its alignment with the MSCI index provide a well-balanced portfolio. The low expense ratio combined with high AUM attracts more investors, creating a network effect, and this attracts high profile clients and visibility within the market.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
The ETF exhibits high volatility due to the price fluctuations of gold and the inherent risks associated with mining operations.
Market Risk
The ETF is susceptible to market risk, particularly related to gold prices, geopolitical instability, and regulatory changes affecting the mining industry.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Investors seeking exposure to the gold mining industry as a hedge against inflation or economic uncertainty may find this ETF suitable.
Market Risk
The ETF is suitable for long-term investors with a higher risk tolerance or active traders looking to capitalize on gold price movements.
Summary
The iShares MSCI Global Gold Miners ETF (RING) offers investors a convenient and liquid way to invest in a portfolio of global gold mining companies. The ETF's performance is tightly linked to gold prices, making it a potentially volatile investment. BlackRock's reputable management and relatively low expense ratio make it an attractive option for investors seeking exposure to the gold mining sector. However, investors should be aware of the risks associated with gold price fluctuations and the inherent challenges of mining operations. Overall, it is a niche investment for those bullish on gold.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- iShares website
- ETF.com
- Morningstar
- Yahoo Finance
Disclaimers:
The data provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Investment decisions should be made based on individual circumstances and consultation with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Market share estimates may vary across sources.
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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