Aya Gold & Silver Joins VanEck Gold Miners ETF on June 19 Rebalance
AYA•Aya Gold & Silver will be added to the VanEck Gold Miners ETF at market close June 19, 2026, following the fund’s quarterly rebalance. The inclusion recognizes Aya’s 18-month expansion of Zgounder, rising production and cash flow, and ongoing feasibility work at the Boumadine polymetallic project.
1. ETF Inclusion Details
Aya Gold & Silver will join the VanEck Gold Miners ETF effective at market close June 19, 2026, as part of the ETF’s quarterly rebalance. Inclusion in the GDX benchmark is expected to enhance liquidity and elevate Aya’s profile among institutional and retail investors.
2. Zgounder Expansion and Financial Performance
Over the past 18 months, Aya has expanded its Zgounder silver-only mine and commissioned a new processing facility, driving substantial increases in silver doré production and operating cash flow. These developments underpin the company’s eligibility for ETF inclusion and support its growth strategy.
3. Boumadine Polymetallic Project Progress
Feasibility study work is underway at Aya’s Boumadine polymetallic project, which hosts a sizable mineralized footprint along Morocco’s Anti-Atlas fault. Ongoing drilling and technical assessments aim to unlock additional resource potential and advance the project toward development.
