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Investing in Gold

Gold can be accessed through physical ownership, exchange-traded products or shares in mining companies. Each route has different costs, risks and practical considerations.

Key points

Physical, ETF/ETC and mining shares are not economically identical
Costs include premiums, spreads, storage, custody and fund fees where relevant
Capital is at risk

Three different exposures

Physical gold means owning bullion (coins or bars) with storage, insurance and dealing costs.

Gold ETFs and ETCs provide exchange-traded exposure that may be physically backed or structured differently — read the product documents.

Gold mining shares give you equity in companies that explore or produce gold. Their prices can move differently from the gold price.

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Educational information only. Not personalised advice. Capital at risk where you invest.

Last reviewed: 9 August 2026

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