iShares Gold Trust (IAU) vs iShares Silver Trust (SLV): Which ETF Is a Better Investment?

The key differences between iShares Silver Trust (NYSEMKT:SLV) and iShares Gold Trust (NYSEMKT:IAU) are cost, recent performance, and risk profile, with SLV carrying a higher expense ratio and more volatility, while IAU is larger and more affordable.The BlackRock-run funds are designed to track the price of a single precious metal -- silver for SLV, gold for IAU -- making them popular options for investors considering alternatives to stocks or bonds. Comparing these two exchange-traded products highlights key differences in fees, volatility, and long-term performance.Beta measures price volatility relative to the S&P 500; beta is calculated from five-year weekly returns. The 1-yr return represents total return over the trailing 12 months.Continue readingWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool