YGLD vs IAU

YGLD is an alternative ETF, while IAU is a commodity ETF. YGLD charges 0.53% a year and IAU 0.25%.

• YGLD is an alternative fund, while IAU is a commodity fund. They carry different risk/return profiles.
• IAU costs 0.28% less per year.
• IAU is much larger than YGLD. Larger funds are usually more liquid and less likely to close.
• IAU has a longer track record, which may reduce uncertainty around long-term behavior.