The Best Precious Metals Mutual Funds
The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of Precious Metals mutual funds.
- Number of Funds
- 25
- Avg. Expense Ratio
- 1.28%
- Avg. Yield
- 6.82%
- Avg. 1 Year Return
- 62.63%
- Median Risk/Return Score
- 28 / 100
The Best Precious Metals Mutual Funds
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Risk vs. Return Scatterplot
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5 Years
Best Precious Metals Mutual funds by Risk/Return Score
The top Precious Metals Mutual funds by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are UNWPX (60) and FGPMX (38).
The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Global Investors World Precious Minerals Fund | 60 | — | Nov 1985 | |
| Franklin Gold and Precious Metals Fund Class R6 | 38 | — | May 2013 | |
| Franklin Gold and Precious Metals Fund Advisor Cla... | 38 | — | Apr 2010 | |
| Franklin Gold and Precious Metals Fund | 38 | — | May 1969 | |
| OCM Gold Atlas | 36 | — | Mar 2010 |
Best-Performing Precious Metals Mutual funds Over 5 Years
The top Precious Metals Mutual funds is EKWAX (22.89%).
Across the lineup, Precious Metals Mutual funds show an average 1-year return of 62.63% and an average 5-year return of 18.71%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.
| Symbol | Name | Return 5Y | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allspring Precious Metals Fund | 22.89% | — | Jan 1998 | |
| VanEck International Investors Gold Fund | 21.02% | — | Feb 1956 | |
| Franklin Gold and Precious Metals Fund Class R6 | 20.98% | — | May 2013 | |
| Franklin Gold and Precious Metals Fund Advisor Cla... | 20.86% | — | Apr 2010 | |
| Franklin Gold and Precious Metals Fund | 20.56% | — | May 1969 |
Lowest-Cost Precious Metals Mutual funds
The top Precious Metals Mutual funds is CEF (0.48%).
With an average expense ratio of 1.28%, Precious Metals Mutual funds remain a low-cost option for investors seeking broad market exposure, sector allocations, and diversified portfolio building blocks.
| Symbol | Name | Expense Ratio | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sprott Physical Gold and Silver Trust | 0.48% | — | Jan 2018 | |
| Franklin Gold and Precious Metals Fund Class R6 | 0.54% | — | May 2013 | |
| Franklin Gold and Precious Metals Fund Advisor Cla... | 0.62% | — | Apr 2010 | |
| American Century Global Gold Fund | 0.65% | 1.76B | Aug 1988 | |
| Fidelity Select Gold Portfolio | 0.73% | — | Dec 1985 |
Highest-Yield Precious Metals Mutual funds
The top Precious Metals Mutual funds is UNWPX (75.75%).
Across the lineup, Precious Metals Mutual funds show an average dividend yield of 6.82%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.
| Symbol | Name | Dividend Yield | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Global Investors World Precious Minerals Fund | 75.75% | — | Nov 1985 | |
| Gabelli Gold Fund | 15.62% | — | Jul 1994 | |
| Franklin Gold and Precious Metals Fund | 10.41% | — | May 1969 | |
| Franklin Gold and Precious Metals Fund Advisor Cla... | 9.50% | — | Apr 2010 | |
| Franklin Gold and Precious Metals Fund Class R6 | 9.36% | — | May 2013 |
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