Goldman Sachs Physical Gold ETF (NYSEARCA:AAAU) Hits New 1-Year High – Should You Buy?

Goldman Sachs Physical Gold ETF (NYSEARCA:AAAU) hit a new 52-week high during mid-day trading on Monday . The stock traded as high as $45.50 and last traded at $45.40, with a volume of 257196 shares trading hands. The stock had previously closed at $44.48.

Goldman Sachs Physical Gold ETF News Summary

Here are the key news stories impacting Goldman Sachs Physical Gold ETF this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Criminal probe headlines involving Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell have amplified risk aversion, sending the U.S. dollar lower and driving a sharp rally in gold — a direct catalyst for AAAU. ‘Sell America’ trade: Dollar drops, gold surges
• Positive Sentiment: Multiple market reports confirm spot gold broke above key record levels (around $4,600/oz), boosting investor appetite for physical gold ETFs like AAAU. This price action is fueling flows into gold products. Gold Breaks Through $4,600 on Fed Concerns, Haven Boost
• Positive Sentiment: Kitco and other commodity outlets report record highs for gold and silver as safe‑haven demand accelerates — reinforcing momentum and positive technical setups for bullion ETFs. Powerful rallies send gold, silver to record highs
• Positive Sentiment: Geopolitical tensions (Iran, Venezuela, and broader NATO/friction concerns) are cited as another driver of safe‑haven flows into gold and defence assets, supporting AAAU demand. Trump Greenland threat triggers search for shelter beyond gold, defence
• Positive Sentiment: Analyst/forecast pieces point to dovish Fed expectations (rate‑cut bets) and technical breakouts that could sustain further upside in gold — a macro backdrop favorable for AAAU flows. Gold & Silver Price Forecast
• Neutral Sentiment: Macro commentary suggests attention is turning to U.S. CPI/PPI and Fed policy — data that could alter rate expectations and gold’s momentum; watch upcoming releases for volatility. Gold Price Forecast: turns to CPI
• Neutral Sentiment: A small number of mining company press releases (e.g., Nativo Resources) are lifting mining stocks but have limited direct impact on a physical gold ETF like AAAU. Nativo Resources soars on Bonanza gold update

Goldman Sachs Physical Gold ETF Stock Performance

The business’s fifty day moving average price is $41.86 and its 200 day moving average price is $37.79.

Institutional Investors Weigh In On Goldman Sachs Physical Gold ETF

A number of institutional investors have recently made changes to their positions in AAAU. Capstone Wealth Management Group LLC bought a new position in shares of Goldman Sachs Physical Gold ETF during the first quarter worth about $2,894,000. Integrated Wealth Concepts LLC increased its position in Goldman Sachs Physical Gold ETF by 17.9% during the 1st quarter. Integrated Wealth Concepts LLC now owns 9,583 shares of the company’s stock valued at $296,000 after purchasing an additional 1,453 shares during the period. Focus Partners Wealth bought a new position in shares of Goldman Sachs Physical Gold ETF in the 1st quarter worth about $2,263,000. Modern Wealth Management LLC grew its stake in Goldman Sachs Physical Gold ETF by 7.0% during the first quarter. Modern Wealth Management LLC now owns 10,000 shares of the company’s stock worth $309,000 after purchasing an additional 650 shares during the period. Finally, Fragasso Financial Advisors Inc bought a new position in shares of Goldman Sachs Physical Gold ETF during the 2nd quarter worth approximately $410,000.

Goldman Sachs Physical Gold ETF Company Profile

The Goldman Sachs Physical Gold ETF (AAAU) 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 located in the UK. AAAU was launched on Jul 26, 2018 and is issued by Goldman Sachs.