iShares Gold Trust (IAU)

NYSEARCA: IAU · Real-Time Price · USD
100.38
+1.31 (1.32%)
At close: Mar 2, 2026, 4:00 PM EST
100.72
+0.34 (0.34%)
After-hours: Mar 2, 2026, 8:00 PM EST
1.32%
Assets $83.82B
Expense Ratio 0.25%
PE Ratio 5.53
Shares Out 852.65M
Dividend (ttm) n/a
Dividend Yield n/a
Ex-Dividend Date n/a
Payout Ratio n/a
1-Year Return +86.34%
Volume 17,983,310
Open 100.38
Previous Close 99.07
Day's Range 99.01 - 100.81
52-Week Low 54.20
52-Week High 104.40
Beta 0.14
Holdings 1
Inception Date Jan 21, 2005

About IAU

Fund Home Page

The iShares Gold Trust (IAU) is an exchange-traded fund that is based on the LBMA Gold Price index. The fund tracks the gold spot price, less expenses and liabilities, using gold bars held in vaults around the world. IAU was launched on Jan 21, 2005 and is issued by BlackRock.

Asset Class Commodity
Category Commodities Focused
Stock Exchange NYSEARCA
Ticker Symbol IAU
ETF Provider BlackRock
Index Tracked LBMA Gold Price

News

Gold Edges Higher Amid Middle East Conflict

Gold edged higher in the early morning Asian session amid the ongoing Middle East conflict.

4 hours ago - WSJ

Gold just passed its stress test — what happens next will tell investors if they're right

Gold did exactly what it was supposed to after the Iran strike. Is the spike temporary or a new era for the safe-haven trade?

6 hours ago - Market Watch

Gold price jumps on Middle East turmoil. What to know before investing

The price of gold jumped due to geopolitical concerns raised by the escalating war in the Middle East. J.P. Morgan analysts said in a new research note that they remain bullish on gold and expect it t...

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8 hours ago - CNBC

Oil and gold prices are soaring, stocks are falling, as Iran war and Middle East conflict escalate

In the wake of the U.S.-Israel attack on Iran and the broader conflict that is now escalating across the Middle East region, oil and gas prices are skyrocketing on Monday along with precious metals li...

11 hours ago - Fast Company

Gold (XAUUSD), Silver, Platinum Forecasts – Silver Dives 7% As Traders Focus On Rising Energy Prices

The U.S. operation in Iran may put pressure on the global economy and reduce demand for silver.

11 hours ago - FXEmpire

Gold and silver prices have further to fall before reaching the floor, but Iran conflict and tariff uncertainty are supportive – Heraeus

Ernest Hoffman is a Crypto and Market Reporter for Kitco News. He has over 15 years of experience as a writer, editor, broadcaster and producer for media, educational and cultural organizations.

11 hours ago - Kitco

Gold loses altitude, silver down sharply as USDX rallies, risk aversion somewhat abates

Jim Wyckoff has spent over 25 years involved with the stock, financial and commodity markets. He was a financial journalist with the FWN newswire service for many years, including stints as a reporter...

11 hours ago - Kitco

KG on Unsung Factors Driving Oil Volatility & Gold, Silver Creeping Higher

There are many parts behind the spike in crude oil prices underneath headlines of the strike on Iran. From the pipelines to the international players beyond the Middle East, Kevin Green explains the m...

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12 hours ago - Schwab Network

Spot gold trades near session low after ISM Manufacturing PMI dips to 52.4

Ernest Hoffman is a Crypto and Market Reporter for Kitco News. He has over 15 years of experience as a writer, editor, broadcaster and producer for media, educational and cultural organizations.

13 hours ago - Kitco

Gold market analysis for March 2 - key intra-day price entry levels for active traders

Jim Wyckoff has spent over 25 years involved with the stock, financial and commodity markets. He was a financial journalist with the FWN newswire service for many years, including stints as a reporter...

14 hours ago - Kitco

Strong price gains in gold, silver on safe-haven demand

Jim Wyckoff has spent over 25 years involved with the stock, financial and commodity markets. He was a financial journalist with the FWN newswire service for many years, including stints as a reporter...

15 hours ago - Kitco

Gold Price Analysis – Gold Continues to See Strength as War Breaks Out

Gold jumps to kick off the trading week, as the Americans and Israelis have launched a military action against the Iranians. Concerns of an expanding war will be an underlying theme in this market.

15 hours ago - FXEmpire

Precious Metals Prices Get a Boost From Iran Conflict

Precious metals prices rose early Monday, as investors flocked to haven assets amid heightened tensions in the Middle East.

16 hours ago - Barrons

Oil and Gold Jump, Stocks Slide as Conflict in Middle East Rocks Global Markets

Brent crude prices hovered around $80 a barrel and stocks fell across the globe as markets reacted to widening conflict in the Middle East.

18 hours ago - WSJ

Gold Analysis: $6,000 in Sight, $8,250 as the Macro Crisis Target

Gold has been one of the most consequential trades of the current geopolitical cycle, and the case for a continued structural advance has never been more compelling.

19 hours ago - FXEmpire

First Light News: Macro Week Ahead – US Jobs Data on Deck

Market participants welcome a busy data slate this week. While the geopolitical situation is front and centre, the macro focus will be on US jobs data.

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19 hours ago - FXEmpire

Gold Climbs Above $5,400 on Haven Demand as Middle East Tensions Flare Up

Prices soared as investors flocked to safe-haven assets after the joint U.S.-Israeli strikes against Iran.

20 hours ago - WSJ

Gold (XAUUSD) & Silver Price Forecast: Khamenei Killing Ignites $5,393 Gold Gap – Will Silver Hit $100 Today?

Gold surges toward $5,400 as the death of Iran's Supreme Leader and the Strait of Hormuz blockade ignite a massive safe-haven rally. Discover if XAU/USD targets $6,000.

21 hours ago - FXEmpire

Gold Surge on Iran Strikes: Can War Risk Send Gold to $6,500, Silver to $150?

Gold (XAU) prices opened higher on Monday after the U.S. and Israel launched major strikes on Iran and killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. This event dramatically bumped up geopolitical risk and global unc...

1 day ago - FXEmpire

Gold, Silver Rise as Middle East Conflict Spurs Safe-Haven Demand

Gold and silver climbed as military strikes by the U.S. and Israel against Iran spurred safe-haven demand. “Gold remains the clearest barometer of investor fear,” eToro said.

1 day ago - WSJ

Gold News: Gold Market Braces for Bullish Gap Opening as Safe-Haven Demand Surges

Gold price eyes a bullish gap above Friday's high as U.S.-Iran war fuels safe-haven demand and breakout over $5281.16 targets $5602.23.

1 day ago - FXEmpire

What the Iran Attacks Mean for Oil, Gold Prices

Bloomberg Intelligence's Mike McGlone explains what the US and Israeli strikes on Iran mean for oil and commodities prices. He speaks on "Bloomberg This Weekend.

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1 day ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Gold Price Forecast – US-Iran Tensions Set Stage for Oil Spike and Equity Rotation

Escalating US–Iran tensions are likely to push oil prices higher, lift inflation expectations, and drive investors toward gold while increasing downside risks for equities.

1 day ago - FXEmpire

Expect Gold, Treasuries, and Other Safe Assets to Rise After Iran Attack. Why Investors Shouldn't Panic.

Investors should assess the Middle East conflict carefully before reacting, Matt Gertken writes in a guest commentary.

2 days ago - Barrons

Iran Escalation Shock Triggers Risk-Off Move To USD And Gold, Oil, Defense And Aerospace Win

Major combat operations in Iran, coordinated with Israel, are intensifying risk-off sentiment across global markets, impacting equities, crypto, energy, and logistics. Oil companies like Exxon Mobil (...

2 days ago - Seeking Alpha