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BAR vs. SGOL
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Key characteristics


BARSGOL
YTD Return24.57%24.52%
1Y Return30.73%30.88%
3Y Return (Ann)11.12%11.18%
5Y Return (Ann)11.72%11.76%
Sharpe Ratio2.182.18
Sortino Ratio2.912.90
Omega Ratio1.381.38
Calmar Ratio4.174.18
Martin Ratio13.8513.86
Ulcer Index2.31%2.31%
Daily Std Dev14.68%14.71%
Max Drawdown-21.53%-45.51%
Current Drawdown-7.67%-7.66%

Correlation

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The correlation between BAR and SGOL is 0.97, which is considered to be high. That indicates a strong positive relationship between their price movements. Having highly-correlated positions in a portfolio may signal a lack of diversification, potentially leading to increased risk during market downturns.

Performance

BAR vs. SGOL - Performance Comparison

The year-to-date returns for both stocks are quite close, with BAR having a 24.57% return and SGOL slightly lower at 24.52%. The chart below displays the growth of a $10,000 investment in both assets, with all prices adjusted for splits and dividends.


-5.00%0.00%5.00%10.00%15.00%JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
7.67%
7.81%
BAR
SGOL

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BAR vs. SGOL - Expense Ratio Comparison

Both BAR and SGOL have an expense ratio of 0.17%, making them cost-effective options compared to the broader market, where average expense ratios typically range from 0.3% to 0.9%.


BAR
GraniteShares Gold Shares
Expense ratio chart for BAR: current value at 0.17% compared with the broader market ranging from 0.00% to 2.12%.0.50%1.00%1.50%2.00%0.17%
Expense ratio chart for SGOL: current value at 0.17% compared with the broader market ranging from 0.00% to 2.12%.0.50%1.00%1.50%2.00%0.17%

Risk-Adjusted Performance

BAR vs. SGOL - Risk-Adjusted Performance Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for GraniteShares Gold Shares (BAR) and Aberdeen Standard Physical Gold Shares ETF (SGOL). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.


BAR
Sharpe ratio
The chart of Sharpe ratio for BAR, currently valued at 2.18, compared to the broader market-2.000.002.004.006.002.18
Sortino ratio
The chart of Sortino ratio for BAR, currently valued at 2.91, compared to the broader market-2.000.002.004.006.008.0010.0012.002.91
Omega ratio
The chart of Omega ratio for BAR, currently valued at 1.38, compared to the broader market1.001.502.002.503.001.38
Calmar ratio
The chart of Calmar ratio for BAR, currently valued at 4.17, compared to the broader market0.005.0010.0015.004.17
Martin ratio
The chart of Martin ratio for BAR, currently valued at 13.85, compared to the broader market0.0020.0040.0060.0080.00100.0013.85
SGOL
Sharpe ratio
The chart of Sharpe ratio for SGOL, currently valued at 2.18, compared to the broader market-2.000.002.004.006.002.18
Sortino ratio
The chart of Sortino ratio for SGOL, currently valued at 2.90, compared to the broader market-2.000.002.004.006.008.0010.0012.002.90
Omega ratio
The chart of Omega ratio for SGOL, currently valued at 1.38, compared to the broader market1.001.502.002.503.001.38
Calmar ratio
The chart of Calmar ratio for SGOL, currently valued at 4.18, compared to the broader market0.005.0010.0015.004.18
Martin ratio
The chart of Martin ratio for SGOL, currently valued at 13.86, compared to the broader market0.0020.0040.0060.0080.00100.0013.86

BAR vs. SGOL - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current BAR Sharpe Ratio is 2.18, which is comparable to the SGOL Sharpe Ratio of 2.18. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of BAR and SGOL, offering insights into how both investments have performed under varying market conditions. These values are calculated using daily returns over the previous 12 months.


Rolling 12-month Sharpe Ratio1.502.002.503.00JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
2.18
2.18
BAR
SGOL

Dividends

BAR vs. SGOL - Dividend Comparison

Neither BAR nor SGOL has paid dividends to shareholders.


Tickers have no history of dividend payments

Drawdowns

BAR vs. SGOL - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum BAR drawdown since its inception was -21.53%, smaller than the maximum SGOL drawdown of -45.51%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for BAR and SGOL. For additional features, visit the drawdowns tool.


-8.00%-6.00%-4.00%-2.00%0.00%JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
-7.67%
-7.66%
BAR
SGOL

Volatility

BAR vs. SGOL - Volatility Comparison

GraniteShares Gold Shares (BAR) and Aberdeen Standard Physical Gold Shares ETF (SGOL) have volatilities of 5.50% and 5.42%, respectively, indicating that both stocks experience similar levels of price fluctuations. This suggests that the risk associated with both stocks, as measured by volatility, is nearly the same. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.


3.00%4.00%5.00%6.00%JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
5.50%
5.42%
BAR
SGOL