The iShares Silver Trust (NYSEMKT:SLV) and VanEck Gold Miners ETF (NYSEMKT:GDX) cater to investors in precious metals with distinct strategies. SLV focuses solely on silver prices, while GDX offers exposure to gold mining equities, which can behave differently from the metals themselves. A comparison of their recent returns, costs, risks, and portfolio compositions helps investors determine which ETF aligns better with their investment objectives.
