Vaneck Merk Gold Etf Profile

OUNZ Etf  USD 22.42  0.03  0.13%   

Performance

21 of 100

 
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Odds Of Distress

Less than 9

 
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VanEck Merk is trading at 22.42 as of the 24th of April 2024; that is -0.13 percent down since the beginning of the trading day. The etf's open price was 22.45. VanEck Merk has less than a 9 % chance of experiencing financial distress in the next few years and had a solid performance during the last 90 days. Equity ratings for VanEck Merk Gold are calculated daily based on our scoring framework. The performance scores are derived for the period starting the 24th of February 2024 and ending today, the 24th of April 2024. Click here to learn more.
The investment seeks to provide investors with an opportunity to invest in gold through the shares and be able to take delivery of physical gold in exchange for those shares. Vaneck Merk is traded on NYSEArca Exchange in the United States. More on VanEck Merk Gold

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VanEck Etf Highlights

Most reasonable investors view market volatility as an opportunity to invest at a favorable price or to sell short against a bearish trend. VanEck Merk's investment highlights are automatically generated signals that are significant enough to either complement your investing judgment regarding VanEck Merk or challenge it. These highlights can help you better understand the position you are entering and avoid costly mistakes.
Business ConcentrationCommodities Focused, Merk Funds (View all Sectors)
Country NameUSA
Returns Y T D12.47
NameVanEck Merk Gold Trust
Currency CodeUSD
In Threey Volatility14.44
1y Volatility13.58
200 Day M A19.5611
50 Day M A21.1269
CodeOUNZ
Updated At24th of April 2024
Currency NameUS Dollar
In Threey Sharp Ratio0.48
TypeETF
VanEck Merk Gold [OUNZ] is traded in USA and was established 2014-05-16. The fund is listed under Commodities Focused category and is part of Merk Funds family. VanEck Merk Gold now have 595.56 M in assets. , while the total return for the last 3 years was 9.1%.
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Sector Allocation

Investors will always prefer to have their portfolios divercified against different sectors. The broad sector allocation increases the possibility of making a profit or at least avoiding a loss. However, this may also reduce the expected return on VanEck Etf. Generally, it depends on diversification level and type but usually, the broader the sector allocation, the less risk can be expected from holding VanEck Etf, and the less return is expected.
Institutional investors that are interested in enforcing a sector tilt in their portfolio can use exchange-traded funds, such as VanEck Merk Gold Etf, as a low-cost alternative to building a custom portfolio. So, using sector ETFs to diversify your portfolio can be a profitable strategy. However, no matter what sectors are desirable at a given time, no single industry should ever make up more than 20 percent of your stock portfolio.

VanEck Merk Target Price Odds Analysis

Based on a normal probability distribution, the odds of VanEck Merk jumping above the current price in 90 days from now is about 9.21%. The VanEck Merk Gold probability density function shows the probability of VanEck Merk etf to fall within a particular range of prices over 90 days. Given the investment horizon of 90 days VanEck Merk has a beta of 0.3329. This indicates as returns on the market go up, VanEck Merk average returns are expected to increase less than the benchmark. However, during the bear market, the loss on holding VanEck Merk Gold will be expected to be much smaller as well. Additionally, vanEck Merk Gold has an alpha of 0.17, implying that it can generate a 0.17 percent excess return over NYSE Composite after adjusting for the inherited market risk (beta).
  Odds Below 22.42HorizonTargetOdds Above 22.42
90.70%90 days
 22.42 
9.21%
Based on a normal probability distribution, the odds of VanEck Merk to move above the current price in 90 days from now is about 9.21 (This VanEck Merk Gold probability density function shows the probability of VanEck Etf to fall within a particular range of prices over 90 days) .

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VanEck Merk Gold Risk Profiles

Investors will always prefer to have the highest possible return on investment while minimizing volatility. VanEck Merk market risk premium is the additional return an investor will receive from holding VanEck Merk long position in a well-diversified portfolio. The market premium is part of the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM), which most analysts and investors use to calculate the acceptable rate of return on investment in VanEck Merk. At the center of the CAPM is the concept of risk and reward, which is usually communicated by investors using alpha and beta measures. Although VanEck Merk's alpha and beta are two of the key measurements used to evaluate VanEck Merk's performance over the market, the standard measures of volatility play an important role as well.

VanEck Merk Against Markets

Picking the right benchmark for VanEck Merk etf is fundamental to making educated investment choices. Many naive investors compare their positions with the S&P 500 or with the Nasdaq. But these benchmarks are not all-inclusive and generally should be used only for large-capitalization equities or stock offerings from large companies. When the price of a selected benchmark declines in a down market, there may be an uptick in VanEck Merk etf price where buyers come in believing the asset is cheap. The opposite is true when the market is bullish; so, accurately picking the benchmark for VanEck Merk is critical whether you are bullish or bearish towards VanEck Merk Gold at a given time. Please also check how VanEck Merk's historical prices are related to one of the top price index indicators.

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How to buy VanEck Etf?

Before investing in VanEck Merk, you must ensure you fully understand your financial goals and how diversified (or not) your overall investments are now. Then, after you clearly understand your investment objectives, consider investing in VanEck Merk. To buy VanEck Merk etf, you can follow these steps:
  • Choose a brokerage firm: You need to select a brokerage firm to buy shares of VanEck Merk. Some popular options include Charles Schwab, Fidelity, TD Ameritrade, and Robinhood.
  • Open an account: Once you have chosen a brokerage firm, you will need to open an account. You will be required to provide personal information, such as your name, address, and Social Security number.
  • Fund your account: You will need to deposit funds into your brokerage account to purchase VanEck Merk etf. You can do this by transferring funds from your bank account or other investment accounts.
  • Place your order: Once you have located VanEck Merk Gold etf in your brokerage account, you can place your order to buy it. You will need to specify the number of shares you want to buy and the price you are willing to pay.
  • Monitor your investment: After you have purchased VanEck Merk Gold etf, you should monitor your investment to track its performance and make informed decisions about buying, selling, or holding the etf
It's important to note that investing in stocks, such as VanEck Merk Gold, carries risks, and you should carefully consider your investment goals and risk tolerance before making any investment decisions. Also, remember various factors, including economic indicators, change in net worth, political events, company-specific news, and investor sentiment, can influence the stock market. These factors can cause fluctuations in etf prices and lead to market volatility affecting your buy or sell decision. However, volatility can also present opportunities for investors to make gains by buying stocks when prices are low and selling when they are high. It's important for investors to have a long-term perspective and a well-diversified portfolio to manage the impact of stock market volatility on their investments. For more information on how to buy VanEck Etf please use our How to Invest in VanEck Merk guide.

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The danger of trading VanEck Merk Gold is mainly related to its market volatility and ETF specific events. As an investor, you must understand the concept of risk-adjusted return before you start trading. The most common way to measure the risk of VanEck Merk is by using the Sharpe ratio. The ratio expresses how much excess return you acquire for the extra volatility you endure for holding a more risker asset than VanEck Merk. The Sharpe ratio is calculated by using standard deviation and excess return to determine reward per unit of risk. To understand how volatile VanEck Merk Gold is, you must compare it to a benchmark. Traditionally, the risk-free rate of return is the rate of return on the shortest-dated U.S. Treasury, such as a 3-year bond.
When determining whether VanEck Merk Gold offers a strong return on investment in its stock, a comprehensive analysis is essential. The process typically begins with a thorough review of VanEck Merk's financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, to assess its financial health. Key financial ratios are used to gauge profitability, efficiency, and growth potential of Vaneck Merk Gold Etf. Outlined below are crucial reports that will aid in making a well-informed decision on Vaneck Merk Gold Etf:
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The market value of VanEck Merk Gold is measured differently than its book value, which is the value of VanEck that is recorded on the company's balance sheet. Investors also form their own opinion of VanEck Merk's value that differs from its market value or its book value, called intrinsic value, which is VanEck Merk's true underlying value. Investors use various methods to calculate intrinsic value and buy a stock when its market value falls below its intrinsic value. Because VanEck Merk's market value can be influenced by many factors that don't directly affect VanEck Merk's underlying business (such as a pandemic or basic market pessimism), market value can vary widely from intrinsic value.
Please note, there is a significant difference between VanEck Merk's value and its price as these two are different measures arrived at by different means. Investors typically determine if VanEck Merk is a good investment by looking at such factors as earnings, sales, fundamental and technical indicators, competition as well as analyst projections. However, VanEck Merk's price is the amount at which it trades on the open market and represents the number that a seller and buyer find agreeable to each party.