fool.com·Apr 17, 2026
U.S. stock market indexes have recently seen a recovery following a downturn due to geopolitical tensions, with the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq-100 showing positive returns for the year. In contrast, the SPDR Gold Trust has significantly outperformed the stock market, achieving an 11.7% return year-to-date after a remarkable 64% return in 2025.
With geopolitical tensions potentially cooling and stock markets recovering, the SPDR Gold Trust (GLD) ETF has significantly outperformed major U.S. indexes, delivering an 11.7% return year-to-date in 2026. This suggests a strategic opportunity to consider diversifying your portfolio with gold ETFs, especially given their strong performance in uncertain market conditions.