Goldman Sachs Physical Gold ETF vs ConocoPhillips — how do they compare? Goldman Sachs Physical Gold ETF trades at $43.7, while ConocoPhillips trades at $126 (market cap $151.27B). The key difference: ConocoPhillips pays a 2.67% dividend while Goldman Sachs Physical Gold ETF pays none, and ConocoPhillips is trading nearer its 52-week high, Goldman Sachs Physical Gold ETF nearer its low. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| AAAU | COP | |
|---|---|---|
Sector | Commodities - Metals/Agriculture | Energy |
52-Week High | $53.21 | $133.80 |
52-Week Low | $32.74 | $85.66 |
Market Cap | — | $151.27B |
Enterprise Value | — | $166.87B |
Dividend Yield | — | 2.67% |
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ConocoPhillips (COP) trades at $123.03, up 4.61% on the day, with a bullish technical signal from moving averages and strong Q2 2026 earnings beats. The company reported EPS of $3.24 versus $2.90 expected, driven by higher oil prices and Permian Basin output. Recent CEO transition to Andy O'Brien signals continuity, with a consensus analyst price target of $150.00 indicating 22% upside potential.
Outlook remains positive due to robust free cash flow growth and favorable commodity trends, though risks include oil price volatility and execution of the Alaska project. The stock offers value with a P/E of 16.66 and a net income margin of 14.65%, supported by a 74.51% buy rating from analysts.
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AAAU tracks the price of gold bullion by holding physical gold bars in secure vaults. Managed by Goldman Sachs, this ETF offers a cost-effective way to gain direct exposure to gold without the logistical challenges of storage or insurance.
Read more on AAAU →ConocoPhillips is a U.S.-based independent exploration and production firm. In 2021, it produced 1.0 million barrels per day of oil and natural gas liquids and 3.2 billion cubic feet per day of natural gas, primarily from Alaska and the Lower 48 in the United States and Norway in Europe and several countries in Asia-Pacific and the Middle East. Proven reserves at year-end 2021 were 6.1 billion barrels of oil equivalent.
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