SPDR Gold Shares Up 22.3% Year-to-Date, Drops 0.6% This Week
GLD•SPDR Gold Shares has surged 22.27% over the past year, climbing from $309.25 to $378.13 as of July 2, 2026. The ETF dipped 0.63% this week as gold futures retreated and silver-backed ETFs plunged nearly 3%, signaling a reversal in precious-metals sentiment.
1. Strong 12-Month Performance
SPDR Gold Shares delivered a 22.27% total return over the 12 months ending July 2, 2026, with its share price rising from $309.25 to $378.13. This reflects robust investor demand for gold as a safe-haven asset through periods of market volatility.
2. Recent Precious-Metals Reversal
In early July, the ETF fell 0.63% as gold futures retreated and silver-backed ETFs plunged nearly 3%. The pullback highlights a short-term shift away from precious metals as investors rotate back into riskier assets.
