EDIT vs. GLD

Last updated Jun 13, 2026

EDIT (Editas Medicine, Inc.) is a stock, while GLD (SPDR Gold Shares) is Gold fund tracking the LBMA Gold Price PM. Over the past 10 years, EDIT returned -22.22%/yr vs 12.15%/yr for GLD. At a 0.04 correlation, their price movements are largely independent.

Performance

EDIT vs. GLD - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Editas Medicine, Inc. (EDIT) and SPDR Gold Shares (GLD). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

In the year-to-date period, EDIT achieves a 21.95% return, which is significantly higher than GLD's -2.47% return. Over the past 10 years, EDIT has underperformed GLD with an annualized return of -22.22%, while GLD has yielded a comparatively higher 12.15% annualized return.

EDIT

• 1D: 2.46%
• 1M: -4.58%
• YTD: 21.95%
• 6M: -1.19%
• 1Y: 26.90%
• 3Y*: -39.82%
• 5Y*: -41.79%
• 10Y*: -22.22%

GLD

• 1D: 0.06%
• 1M: -7.37%
• YTD: -2.47%
• 6M: -2.25%
• 1Y: 22.21%
• 3Y*: 28.89%
• 5Y*: 17.08%
• 10Y*: 12.15%

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

EDIT vs. GLD - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
EDIT Editas Medicine, Inc.	21.95%	61.42%	-87.46%	14.21%	-66.59%	-62.13%	136.78%	30.15%	-25.97%	89.34%
GLD SPDR Gold Shares	-2.47%	63.68%	26.66%	12.69%	-0.77%	-4.15%	24.81%	17.86%	-1.94%	12.81%

Correlation

The correlation between EDIT and GLD is 0.23, which is low. Their price movements are largely independent, making them effective diversification partners.

	Correlation
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	0.23
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period	0.14
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	0.09
Correlation (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	0.05
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Feb 3, 2016	0.04

The correlation between EDIT and GLD shifts across timeframes, from 0.04 (all time) to 0.23 (1 year), reflecting how their relationship changes across market environments.

Return for Risk

EDIT vs. GLD — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.

EDIT

EDIT Risk / Return Rank: 51
EDIT Sharpe Ratio Rank: 48
EDIT Sortino Ratio Rank: 56
EDIT Omega Ratio Rank: 53
EDIT Calmar Ratio Rank: 49
EDIT Martin Ratio Rank: 48

GLD

GLD Risk / Return Rank: 26
GLD Sharpe Ratio Rank: 27
GLD Sortino Ratio Rank: 25
GLD Omega Ratio Rank: 30
GLD Calmar Ratio Rank: 24
GLD Martin Ratio Rank: 24

The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

EDIT vs. GLD - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Editas Medicine, Inc. (EDIT) and SPDR Gold Shares (GLD). 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.

Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.

	EDIT	GLD	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	0.16	0.87	-0.72
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	0.98	1.24	-0.25
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	1.11	1.18	-0.07
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	0.25	0.98	-0.73
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	0.43	2.81	-2.38

EDIT vs. GLD - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current EDIT Sharpe Ratio is 0.16, which is lower than the GLD Sharpe Ratio of 0.87. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of EDIT and GLD, calculated using daily returns over the previous 12 months. A higher Sharpe Ratio indicates better risk-adjusted performance relative to the risk-free rate.

Drawdowns

EDIT vs. GLD - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum EDIT drawdown since its inception was -98.92%, which is greater than GLD's maximum drawdown of -45.56%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for EDIT and GLD.

Drawdown Indicators

	EDIT	GLD	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-98.92%	-45.56%	-53.36%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	-59.88%	-24.46%	-35.42%
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	-91.18%	-24.46%	-66.72%
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	-98.66%	-24.46%	-74.20%
Max Drawdown (10Y) Largest decline over 10 years	-98.92%	-24.46%	-74.46%
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-97.24%	-22.05%	-75.19%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-62.63%	-16.16%	-46.47%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	34.03%	8.49%	+25.54%

Volatility

EDIT vs. GLD - Volatility Comparison

Editas Medicine, Inc. (EDIT) has a higher volatility of 32.34% compared to SPDR Gold Shares (GLD) at 7.79%. This indicates that EDIT's price experiences larger fluctuations and is considered to be riskier than GLD based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.

Volatility by Period

	EDIT	GLD	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	32.34%	7.79%	+24.55%
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	61.63%	24.10%	+37.53%
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	94.75%	27.37%	+67.38%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	94.12%	18.22%	+75.90%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	83.80%	16.08%	+67.72%

Dividends

EDIT vs. GLD - Dividend Comparison

Neither EDIT nor GLD has paid dividends to shareholders.

Tickers have no history of dividend payments

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both EDIT and GLD in my portfolio?

EDIT and GLD have a correlation of 0.23, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.

Which is riskier, EDIT or GLD?

EDIT has higher volatility (32.34%) compared to GLD (7.79%). In terms of maximum drawdown, EDIT dropped -98.92% vs GLD's -45.56%.

Which has better risk-adjusted returns?

GLD currently has the higher Sharpe Ratio (0.87 vs 0.16), meaning it's delivered slightly more return per unit of risk over the trailing 12 months. However, this ranking shifts over time - use the Risk/Return Score above for a more comprehensive view that combines Sharpe, Sortino, and other measures used by quantitative funds.