Best ways to invest in gold in the UK

Investing gold with ETFs for the long term

Investing in ETFs is another option worth considering. ETFs give you exposure to a bunch of assets without having to put all of your gold in one basket (you know what I mean).

Best-performing gold ETFs

If you want to check out the most popular top-performing gold ETFs in the UK, take a look at the options below. Just keep in mind that these aren’t necessarily the best gold ETFs to buy today. Past performance doesn’t dictate future results, so the under-performers may do well over the next few years.

There are loads of gold-based ETFs to choose from. They can cover a host of different companies within the industry. This can include mining companies, exploration companies, as well as the actual asset itself (sometimes sold as an ETC). Gold ETFs and ETCs are pretty good for beginners looking to invest in gold or those who want plenty of diversification.

Gold ETC/ETF	Ticker	YTD performance (to 18 November 2024)	Link to invest
Invesco Physical Gold A	SGLD	24.80%	InvestInvestCapital at risk
iShares Physical Gold ETC	SGLN	24.65%	InvestInvestCapital at risk
Xtrackers IE Physical Gold ETC Securities	XGDU	24.66%	InvestInvestCapital at risk
Amundi Physical Gold ETC GBP	GLDA	24.67%	InvestInvestCapital at risk
WisdomTree Physical Gold	PHGP	24.50%	InvestInvestCapital at risk
WisdomTree Physical Swiss Gold	SGBX	24.77%	InvestInvestCapital at risk
Gold Bullion Securities	GBSS	24.50%	InvestInvestCapital at risk
WisdomTree Core Physical Gold	WGLD	25.11%	InvestInvestCapital at risk
HANetf The Royal Mint Responsibly Sourced Physical Gold ETC	RMAU	23.70%	InvestInvestCapital at risk
Xtracker Physical Gold ETC	XGLD	24.66%	InvestInvestCapital at risk

All investing should be regarded as longer term. The value of your investments can go up and down, and you may get back less than you invest. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. If you’re not sure which investments are right for you, please seek out a financial adviser. Capital at risk.

Buying physical gold, coins and bullion!

For some, part of the appeal of investing in gold is being able to hold it. Good news: If you’re one of those people, buying solid gold has never been easier.

Before you buy and invest in physical gold, you should make sure of the following:

1. You have a way to store it securely. If you plan on holding the gold yourself, you should have a safe or another secure way to store the gold.
2. The gold is real and certified. Make sure the seller is legitimate and that the gold has been tested before buying.
3. The price is fair. It’s important you pay a market rate, or at least a price that you believe represents good value.

Invest in gold mining companies, an alternative approach

By investing in gold mining stocks, you’re not just reliant on the price of gold. The potential success of your investment comes down to the company’s performance. This has upsides and downsides. Here are some brokers to consider:

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All investing should be regarded as longer term. The value of your investments can go up and down, and you may get back less than you invest. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. If you’re not sure which investments are right for you, please seek out a financial adviser. Capital at risk.