Physical gold and gold ETFs carry a higher top tax rate on long-term investment profits than traditional assets like stocks.
Gold profits are glittering in 2025 — but cashing in may trigger a bigger tax bill than you might think.
The price of gold futures
hit $4,000 per ounce in October, for the first time ever. While the precious metal dropped in price on Friday as part of a broader market decline, year-to-date returns still sat at nearly 50%, with a price around $4,100.
Exchange-traded funds backed by physical gold — like SPDR Gold Shares (GLD
), iShares Gold Trust (IAU
There are a few different types of ETFs that let you get some exposure to gold, but gains on the sale of them may be taxed in a…
Interest in physical gold and gold-related financial investments has soared amid the precious metal's recent rally. Here’s what…
Research from Duke University suggests that the introduction of gold exchange-traded funds permanently pushed up the price of…
Gold can be a good investment during times of uncertainty, but there are trade-offs to consider.
Precious metals are rallying, but investors who are buying into the trade could be in for some tax complexity.
The optimal way to own gold depends largely upon your reason for buying, investing pros say.
