iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets ETF vs ABRDN Physical Gold Shares ETF — how do they compare? iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets ETF trades at $79.24, while ABRDN Physical Gold Shares ETF trades at $38.89. The key difference: iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets ETF is trading nearer its 52-week high, ABRDN Physical Gold Shares ETF nearer its low. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| IEMG | SGOL | |
|---|---|---|
Sector | Broad Market / Factor | Commodities - Metals/Agriculture |
52-Week High | $86.00 | $51.41 |
52-Week Low | $59.90 | $31.18 |
Trailing returns across standard periods
IEMG tracks the MSCI Emerging Markets Investable Market Index, providing broad exposure to large, mid, and small-cap stocks across over 20 emerging market countries. It is designed as a low-cost core holding for investors seeking diversified growth from economies outside of developed markets.
Read more on IEMG →SGOL is an ETF that is designed to track the performance of the price of gold bullion. The fund is backed by physical gold held in secured vaults, which is allocated to the ETF's custodian account. By providing direct ownership of gold without the need for physical storage or insurance, SGOL offers investors a convenient and cost-effective way to gain exposure to the gold market.
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