VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX)
| Assets | $26.82B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.51% |
| PE Ratio | 15.01 |
| Shares Out | 304.40M |
| Dividend (ttm) | $0.63 |
| Dividend Yield | 0.72% |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Payout Frequency | Annual |
| Payout Ratio | 11.12% |
| Volume | 19,268,942 |
| Open | 87.93 |
| Previous Close | 86.68 |
| Day's Range | 85.99 - 88.29 |
| 52-Week Low | 50.32 |
| 52-Week High | 117.18 |
| Beta | 0.62 |
| Holdings | 55 |
| Inception Date | May 22, 2006 |
About GDX
Fund Home PageThe VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX) is an exchange-traded fund that is based on the MarketVector Global Gold Miners index, a market-cap-weighted index of global companies tied to gold and silver mining activities. GDX was launched on May 22, 2006 and is issued by VanEck.
Top 10 Holdings
60.66% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Newmont Corporation | NEM | 11.34% |
| Agnico Eagle Mines Limited | AEM | 11.07% |
| Barrick Mining Corporation | ABX | 8.34% |
| Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. | WPM | 5.07% |
| AngloGold Ashanti plc | AU | 5.07% |
| Franco-Nevada Corporation | FNV | 5.03% |
| Kinross Gold Corporation | K | 4.71% |
| Gold Fields Ltd ADR | EDG.DE | 3.96% |
| Pan American Silver Corp. | PAAS | 3.42% |
| Coeur Mining, Inc. | CDE | 2.64% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 22, 2025 | $0.6331 | Dec 26, 2025 |
| Dec 23, 2024 | $0.4025 | Dec 24, 2024 |
| Dec 18, 2023 | $0.5001 | Dec 22, 2023 |
| Dec 19, 2022 | $0.4762 | Dec 23, 2022 |
| Dec 20, 2021 | $0.5348 | Dec 27, 2021 |
| Dec 21, 2020 | $0.1899 | Dec 28, 2020 |
Performance
GDX had a total return of 75.06% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 5.49%.
News
A battle is brewing in the gold pits. Here are the winners and losers
Options volumes leaned bullish in both the SPDR Gold ETF (GLD) and VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX) on Tuesday.
VanEck Marks 20 Years of GDX and Two Decades of ETF Leadership
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GDX turns 20; remains a cornerstone of VanEck's ETF lineup, which spans emerging markets, commodities, thematic, income, digital assets and more.
Silver falls again: are Fed rate fears about to hit prices harder?
Silver extended its decline for a third consecutive session on Monday, with XAG/USD trading around $74.20 per troy ounce during Asian hours. Investors reacted to India's surprise restrictions on silve...
VanEck Enters Canada, Appoints Industry Vet Kevin Gopaul as CEO
VanEck has appointed Kevin Gopaul as CEO of VanEck Canada. According to the press release, Gopaul brings more than 25 years of industry experience to the newly created role.
VanEck Highlights AI Infrastructure at Exchange 2026
VanEck's Ed Lopez used the Exchange 2026 conference in Las Vegas to highlight how AI infrastructure is reshaping investment opportunities across metals, energy, and emerging markets. Key Takeaways: Va...
Gold Stock ETF GDX Climbs as Iran Peace Talks Get Second Wind: 04/14/26
Gold stocks were brighter again today on hopes that peace talks between the U.S. and Iran could be restarted. The VanEck Gold Miners ETF ($GDX) was 1.66% higher at $100.42…
Disruptive Theme of the Week: ETF Ramifications of the Iran War
Since the start of Operation Epic Fury at the end of February, Brent crude oil prices have risen as high as $150 a barrel as the Strait of Hormuz has been effectively closed by Iran. Panic over suppl...
Gold Stock ETF GDX Rises Despite U.S. Inflation Blow: 04/10/26
Gold stocks were higher today despite a rise in U.S. inflation increasing the prospect of interest rate hikes to combat the spike. The VanEck Gold Miners ETF ($GDX) was up…
Gold Stocks on the Surge Again as Iran War Closure Could be Just Two Weeks Away: 04/01/26
Gold stocks were shining again today as prices kept up their recovery on Iran ceasefire hopes. The VanEck Gold Miners ETF ($GDX) was up 5.56% today with major holdings Agnico…
Gold Stock ETF GDX On the Rise as Precious Metal Fans Weigh Up Iran Risks
Gold stocks were higher today as investors tried to decipher President Trump’s mixed messages on the future of the Iran war. The VanEck Gold Miners ETF ($GDX) was up 0.86%…
Gold Stock ETF GDX Gains as Precious Metal Safe Haven Hopes Return
Gold mining stocks bounced back today as investors rediscovered the precious metal’s status as a safe haven during times of turmoil. The VanEck Gold Miners ETF ($GDX) was up 3.29%…
Gold Stock ETF GDX Rallies as Trump Hails Possible Iranian Peace
Gold mining stocks bounced back today on hopes of an end to the Iran War. The VanEck Gold Miners ETF ($GDX) was up 4.29% today with major holdings Agnico Eagle…
Gold Stock ETF GDX Slips Again as Iran Pressure Melts Investor Price Hopes
Gold mining stocks were lower again today as the precious metal prices stayed on course for its biggest weekly loss since 1983. The VanEck Gold Miners ETF ($GDX) was down…
Gold Stock ETF GDX Plunges as Iran War Sparks Inflation Fears – 03/19/26
Gold mining stocks were weaker today as the price of the precious metal slumped on inflation fears. The VanEck Gold Miners ETF ($GDX) was down 7% today with major holdings…
Gold Stock ETF GDX Climbs Despite Precious Metal Price Falling on Interest Rate Fears
Gold mining stocks were stronger today despite the price of the precious metal being held back by fears over interest rates and Iran. The VanEck Gold Miners ETF ($GDX) was…
‘Bearish engulfing' patterns are warning you: Don't buy the dip in gold-miner stocks
A bearish technical pattern that appeared in a widely traded gold-mining ETF, as well as in Newmont's stock, is warning investors to think twice before buying the dip.
Final Trade: VST, EEK, MSFT, DRI
The final trades of the day with CNBC's Melissa Lee and the 'Fast Money' traders.
Trade Tracker: Bill Baruch trims the CEF and GDX ETFs
Bill Baruch, founder and president of Blue Line Capital, joins CNBC's “Halftime Report” to explain why he's selling two metals ETFs.
Final Trade: RIO, KBWB, HD, GDX
The final trades of the day with CNBC's Melissa Lee and the 'Fast Money' traders.
'Fast Money' traders share their stock 'shopping lists'
The 'Fast Money' traders share their 'shopping lists' of stocks they are looking to buy in the current market.
Final Trade: GDX, OIH, NFLX, EQT
The final trades of the day with CNBC's Melissa Lee and the Fast Money traders.
GDX ETF stock analysis: is it too late to buy gold mining stocks?
The VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX) has been in a relentless bull run this year and is trading at its all-time high. GDX was trading at $80, up by 135% from its January lows and The ETF has jumped in th...
Final Trade: GDX, PFE, GFS, BMY
The final trades of the day with CNBC's Melissa Lee and the Fast Money traders.
Final Trade: CERT, GDX, IWM, MPC
The final trades of the day with CNBC's Melissa Lee and the Fast Money traders.
Fast Money: OLLI, BIDU, META, GDX
The final trades of the day with the Fast Money traders.
Final Trade: LLY, ULTA, AAPL, GDX
The final trades of the day with CNBC's Melissa Lee and the Fast Money traders.
Final Trade: BSY, GDX, MNDY, GILD
The final trades of the day with CNBC's Melissa Lee and the Fast Money traders.
Final Trade: GDX, CSCO, INTC, GLD
The final trades of the day with CNBC's Melissa Lee and the Fast Money traders.
Carter Worth charts gold's next move as metal hits fresh records
Carter Worth, Worth Charting, joins 'Fast Money' to discuss what's next for gold as the precious metal hits a record high.
Final Trade: GOOGL, UNH, INTC, GDX
The final trades of the day with CNBC's Melissa Lee and the Fast Money traders.
4 Popular Dividends For The Geopolitical Conflicts Unfolding Now
Let's talk about oil and gold dividends. Whether or not the new peace in the Middle East holds, there are some high-quality dividends worth owning anytime.
Final Trade: FDS, GDX, LULU, C
The final trades of the day with CNBC's Melissa Lee and the Fast Money traders.
VanEck Partners with Casa de Bolsa Finamex to Strengthen ETF Access in Mexico
NEW YORK & MEXICO CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--VanEck announces strategic partnership for Casa de Bolsa Finamex to act as official liquidity provider for several VanEck ETFs cross-listed on the BMV.
ETF Edge: Gold, uranium, private credit and the rush into alternative assets
John Ciampaglia, Sprott Asset Management CEO, and Jan Van Eck, VanEck and Associates CEO, join Dom Chu on ‘ETF Edge' on how investors are turning to alternative assets like gold and private credit to ...
Why The Moody's Downgrade Puts This Dividend Duo In Bullish Mood
As I'm sure you have heard, Moody's downgraded US debt last weekend.
Final Trade: GDX, IWM, WMT, VLO
The final trades of the day with CNBC's Dominic Chu and the Fast Money traders.
Final Trade: CELH, GDX, META & HII
The final trades of the day with CNBC's Melissa Lee and the Fast Money traders.
Final Trade: GDX, T, HYG, MP
The final trades of the day with CNBC's Melissa Lee and the Fast Money traders.
Final Trade: GDX, MS, CHWY
The final trades of the day with CNBC's Melissa Lee and the Fast Money traders.
Final Trade: QCOM, HOOD, JPM, GDX
The final trades of the day with CNBC's Melissa Lee and the Fast Money traders.
Investors likely to jump into miners as gold prices impact Q1 earnings, says Sprott's Ryan McIntyre
Ryan McIntyre, Sprott, joins 'Fast Money' to talk if gold and miner stocks can keep climbing.
Final Trade: TTE, GDX, FCX, CDE
The final trades of the day with CNBC's Melissa Lee and the Fast Money traders.
Final Trade: GDX, BIDU, TJX, TGT
The final trades of the day with CNBC's Melissa Lee and the 'Fast Money' traders.